Makes me think of Browning, elegantly done Phil
Rob

Wow, what a compliment, my grateful thanks Rob, cheers Phil.

Hi Phil,

Nicely composed. It reminded me of "Richard II":

This royal throne of kings, this sceptred isle,
This earth of majesty, this seat of Mars,
This other Eden, demi-paradise,
This fortress built by Nature for herself
Against infection and the hand of war,
This happy breed of men, this little world,
This precious stone set in the silver sea,
Which serves it in the office of a wall
Or as a moat defensive to a house,
Against the envy of less happier lands,--
This blessed plot, this earth, this realm, this England.

Mind you I am a bit of a Shakespeare nut. Thanks for sharing.

Great poem Phil, such a comely display of imagery. It was a pleasure to read.

Hello Mac, Thank for the comparison, perhaps I ought to take a leaf out of your book and read Shakespeare, I'm told he's good!!!!!!!! Phil.

M.M. Thanks for your support, always appreciated, Phil.

Hello Odette, it is always a privilege to receive a comment from you, and always much appreciated, Phil.

Phyliss, My sincere thanks for your lovely comment, I truly trust that when you re-visit your native land, you'll be flooded with a tidal serge of wonderful memories. Phil.

Another outstanding write Phil.....it must have felt so good to be able to go back home again....

Hello Candykydd,

Thank you, you're absolute right about feeling good to be back home, I arrived home in May, the lush green landscape of England was so vibrant after the dusty sand strewn vista of the Egyptian desert, still to this day ignites my hours. Phil.