Chelsea. Poem by Ross Mabey

Poem - Chelsea.

By - Ross Mabey.

Dedicated to my wife - Maria Linda Mabey (nee Doherty) .

By her banks, flows the River Thames,
But the Thames has not the time, to linger and admire,
The beauty of Chelsea's lying there,
Nor does she understand, why she inspires.

If the Thames had waited for awhile,
Then perhaps she would see.
What lay, inside Chelsea's heart,
And understand, her love of diversity.

If Chelsea could speak,
Perhaps she'd say, stay a little while.
I have a place in my heart for you all,
Please come with charity and a smile.

I'll never turn anyone away,
You're welcome, rich or poor.
As long as you appreciate,
My modesty, artistry, culture, style and more.

If you walk my elegant streets of history,
You may appreciate, those who came before.
They left their mark on my persona,
I've also seen the scars of war.

Some say, I'm just chic and rich,
But my artistic beginnings, were very humble.
Now the world comes knocking on my door,
I welcome those with integrity.
I am many things to different people,
Especially the one's that care."


Copyright © 2008. Ross Mabey.

Written: August 3rd 2008.