After leaving the squat I travelled to France And found work on a lavender farm As I had experience of driving a small tractor Whilst there I met a girl called Margit Who was the great granddaughter Of a member of the SS We swam together And sunbathed on the riverbank She later told me…

There was a very ornate bath in our squat It was big enough for three people I shared the bath with both Emer and Marina Which I have to admit was very pleasant I was in love with both of my squat mates But knew that they were both Deeply in love With each other

Felix Yes Will you marry me No Why do you not love me I love you dearly Then why Because we are married already Lucy

Are you Patti Smith’s sister No Esther said that you were Then Esther is wrong Felix Lucy How do you know that Esther is wrong Because I am Patti Smith’s sister

Would you like to share my Bath No Why are you shy I am not shy Lucy Then why Because I like to explore cities on my own

Felix Yes Are you sleeping with Esther No Then why is she in our bed Because you are sleeping with her

What are you doing Lucy Standing in the rain Why are you wearing my vest Because I like the feel of the cool morning Join me Felix Why Because we share the same sky

History is not really ancient It exists before our eyes I would like to experiment with history What are you doing Felix Speaking to the bathroom mirror Why Because I have no reflection Lucy

Each part of our garden speaks loudly of you From the daisies pure to the flamboyant roses I can see your recent history It is not a difficult task From the long grassy paths That lead to the house To the perfumed wisteria arches distant Your signatures are everywhere

I have just arrived at the door Of our beautiful apartment I have travelled so far today Across time zones and many languages I know that you are waiting for me You always wait for me There will be a welcome meal And a warm bed flat and light I will sleep on your perfect…