SIR,

But life was so easy back then,

One minute for rubbish not ten.

Now I spend my time surrounded by sacks,

Grey, green, red and purple – these are the facts.

I talk to my rubbish. Now which one are you?

'Cos if I get it wrong, the council will sue.

It can't really help that I'm saving the planet,

If I lose my mind sorting rubbish – can it?

You must forgive me for being undiplomatic,

You see I truly am a black bag fanatic.

Roo Walker

(Monmouth)