is what I learn everyday
we are 5,
Mum, Dad, Brother, Grandfather
in my squad
to meet his 5
Uncle, Aunt, Niece, Nephew
on his pitch
We smile
and sit in a circle
on sofas and hardbacks chairs
a giant ring
of discomfort.
At one point
we hear only
the sound of tea cups clinking on saucers
as we all take a sip in unison
willing anyone to break the silence
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