DARREN
(Amber’s boyfriend)
Darren heard Amber’s voice light and loving as she answered his call
‘Hi babe,’ he said curling up on his bed and hearing his cat purr.
He was the luckiest guy in the world, what she saw in him was a mystery
He didn't know love could feel like this, he didn’t see it in his family.
They sailed close to the wind sometimes; he often had to turn a blind eye
He knew his surname was synonymous with some nefarious activity
He could only work hard and in time he would prove people wrong
He bit back the retort when she asked him to listen to her favourite song
He didn't have an iPlayer, iTunes, Apple this or Mac that or even a laptop
Perhaps he should tell her some people lived on the edge of poverty
He’d seen worse than his family; it didn’t take much to move into penury.
They chatted for a little while, whispered silly things to each other
He loved hearing her voice so full of fun and laughter.
He picked up his jacket, checked his watch
Slung his backpack over his shoulder and flicked the door latch
He ran down the street to start his shift at McDonald's for a few hours
He’d flip burgers all night to make a few quid to buy her flowers
He’d save as much as he could without letting his parents know
He couldn’t afford to keep them in fags and beer and dodge his father’s blow
He kept it secret as much as he could and protected his brother
Whatever made his parents think they could be a mother and father?
I love these "slice of life" poems! You do a great job of getting into the minds of your characters and really portraying them for who they are. I look forward to your posts!
ReplyDeleteHappy Thursday. ☺
I agree with Dana. These are coming along great!
ReplyDeleteDani @ Entertaining Interests
#warriorminion
Sounds like he is trying to make the best of his life in spite of a difficult background. Great characterisation.
ReplyDeleteThe lack of proper screens makes the poor boy wish to better himself. Well done by showing this alongside his love.
ReplyDeleteWhat a brave young man this Darren is!
ReplyDeleteThis makes me so sad for Darren and I just hope things get better and work out for him.
ReplyDeleteI love the 'alphabet characters'...great way to manage the A-Z! Thank you so much for visiting my blog, and for your nice comments. Good luck with the challenge!
ReplyDeleteThat's so sad. You really captured his pain.
ReplyDeleteI love this slice of life. Keep going!
ReplyDeleteA tragic story is revealed in this latest episode. We learn layers more about the people in this village. Compelling reading!
ReplyDeleteThe horror of his home life, the joy of his love life. I hope he escape soon!
ReplyDeleteSuch wonderful creative characters!
Still enjoying your stories!