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I Wish I Had My Camera




"I wish I had my camera,"
These words I've often said,
I said them on that lovely day
When my friend was wed.
Her radiant smile as she greeted me
Is still within my memory,
A picture no one else can see,
Because I forgot my camera.

I wish I had my camera
On our summer holiday,
I forgot to pack it
In the rush to get away.
I watched the children play with glee,
As they splashed and paddled in the sea.
At the fairground we had chips and tea,
I should have taken my camera.

I wish I had my camera
It really is absurd,
Trying to paint pictures
With just the written word.
The bride's smile is not as bright,
The sunshine is not as light,
Next time I'm going to get it right,
I'll make certain I take my camera.