Colchester Chronicles: A Tapestry of Memories, Tabitha Kyalo

Beneath Colchester's skies, tales unfold,
Whispers of ancient stories, secrets retold.
In cobblestone alleys, where memories reside,
A tapestry woven, in each footstep's guide.

Sunsets brush the cathedral in hues,
A canvas for moments that time will choose.
Laughter echoes through the High Street's hum,
Every corner holds a memory, a cherished sum.

Market squares alive with vibrant scenes,
Past and present waltz in spaces between.
Antique whispers linger in the air,
Stones themselves, memory's subtle affair.

Along River Colne, a tranquil flow,
Reflects stories, a nostalgic glow.
Bridges connect threads in time's array,
Carrying memories to a new today.

Abbey Gardens, a haven of blooms,
Fragrant memories where time resumes.
Beneath ancient boughs, secrets spun,
In the garden of memories, where victories are won.

Colchester Castle, a sentinel tall,
Guardian of memories, embracing all.
Walls witnessed eras come and go,
Whispering tales only stones seem to know.

Through Castle Park, where memories bloom,
Nature and history find a harmonious room.
Each step leaves an imprint, a trace,
In Colchester's heart, an eternal embrace.

In this ancient town, where history talks,
The walk transforms into memory walks.
Colchester, a canvas where moments swirl,
A timeless tapestry, memories unfurl.

Tabitha Kyalo, 16th February 2024 / Location 1