Brexit Sonnet No.9 – ‘Star Flagged Lovers’

Here we stand, families joined by fate,
To stop a parting that’s not such sweet sorrow.
Our newest stars, crossed by Brexit’s gate,
Bring us together in common cause, not quarrel.
So play not with traditions and family rights,
Play not the part of jester, fool or knave,
Be not stupid, crass or fighting fights,
For stupidity proffers but that tragic grave.
No plague on all our houses must we see.
Do not by death bury thy parents’ strife,
But by life, rise up together, strong and free;
No biting thumbs or loss of lover’s life.
Support our star flagged lovers whatever your clan,
Be it Montague, Capulet or any other realm of man.

©Keith Murphy