Alexandra Park in Pietermaritzburg, what a sight!<\/p>\n
In my childhood, a frequent delight,<\/p>\n
set on the outskirts of the city,<\/p>\n
blossoming flowers, green grass and huge trees, so shady.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Weekends, my parents will take us to the park for fun,<\/p>\n
to play on the swings or wildly run.<\/p>\n
In my teens, my brother, cousins and I, planned a picnic,<\/p>\n
to Alexandra Park for adventure and frolic.<\/p>\n
We prepared snacks and walked a long way,<\/p>\n
playing games, relaxing and just enjoying a great day.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Alexandra Park, a place close to my heart,<\/p>\n
that is where my driving lessons did start.<\/p>\n
Wide open spaces, easy the car to navigate,<\/p>\n
without any road users to irritate.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Across the road, a Victorian cricket stadium so scenic.<\/p>\n
we saw local and national teams play, that makes me nostalgic.<\/p>\n
In May, “Cars in the Park” was hosted,<\/p>\n
a display of vintage to sports cars, displayed and boasted.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Alexandra Park, a childhood place of happiness,<\/p>\n
with fond memories, I do miss.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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