A Refugee

I hope you’re comfortable, As you sit, in the safety of your home. I hope you’ll never really understand my situation, Desperate and alone. I walk with thousands, Yet I’m unseen. I hope you’re happy, As you tuck your children into bed. I hope your child is never frightened, Like mine is, as we push on ahead. We search for safety, Yet we’re not seen. … Continue reading A Refugee

Ear ache and nationality troubles in Italian A&E

I’d been suffering with a blocked ear and ringing before we even left Rome to sail to Greece. It started the day before we left, so on the day of our departure I went to the marina office and asked for the details of a doctor that could help me. I went and to my surprise realised I’d been sent to a gynaecologist! He did … Continue reading Ear ache and nationality troubles in Italian A&E