Bright painted barges
Strong colours of choosing
Once built for working
From coalmines were cruising

Today most are pleasure craft
For families and pals
But they still use the locks
And the many canals


© 2008 David Threadgold
Rambling Riddles & Rhymes

David Threadgold www.davidthreadgold.com

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