
By Pauline Howley
Everyone talks about stuff they did
in English Literature at school
like all schools did English Literature.
Everyone talks about the great school trips
they had
like everyone had great school trips.
Everyone says about a poetry book
they all had as children
like everyone had this poetry book.
Everyone talks about telly programmes
they watched as a kid
like everyone always had a telly.
When you hope you’re not asked
about your past
expecting a joyful revelation
that’s when you divert the conversation.
Best not say anything.
