That is why they couldn't escape once discovered. 'Twas the treacle on the floor.

First featured in @badlilies.bsky.social , of course.

Good man. I get that (I'm Scottish!)

A good response! Still though, I don't think anyone needs to be described as 'slavering', etc. And yes, the match is now being leveraged horribly. FWIW, Shabana Mahmood has not covered herself with glory in the run-up.

Also seems rather unfair on the Aston Villa fans...unless...but surely not.

Do you mean 'Jewish humans', Luke? Just checking for clarity.

It also tells us that lyric poetry is as ancient and beautiful as the hills, the lakes, the forests. Across the whole world and for a long time. The next time someone with several degrees tells you they are 'anti' or 'post'-lyric...show them Du Fu.

Great poem, from a great collection.