Thoughts of Tuscany. 

Colour,

Heat.

Ripe tomatoes, 

Balsamic vinegar, 

And olive oil.

Sunshine on our heads,

Wine in our hands, 

And a kiss on our lips.

Yet today,

Here,

On this beautiful street,

The world’s broken out in a rash.

A collage of umbrellas,

Against the rain. 

© Caro Ness 2016