Croquet Again Sonnet.

Walking out onto the lawn for the first time,

First time since they were closed for upgrading,

Beautifully prepared to start my climb

Up the practice curve to lift my grading.

The first ball was struck with resounding joy,

Towards the hoop it sailed gently and stopped,

To line up with the hoop as was my ploy

And in front of the hoop it nicely dropped.

The game was played with humour and with grace,

A gentle game full of joy that beckoned,

A wonderful time in this joyous place,

The only problem was that I came second.

T’was the first game since the lawns re-opened

But it was a good day that I enjoyed