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this morning, embracing the spirit
of a newly energised nation
Kevin is at the foodbank once more
giddy with what he knows now
must be enthusiasm
which he – fool that he is –
had mistaken for hunger
believing in himself and what he can achieve
he picks tins of can-do beans
from the shelf – a small step, yes
but one he understands will lead
sure as eggs is eggs
to a better future
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