This poem came from the March 5, 2013 Poetry Fishbowl.  It was inspired by an image prompt from siliconshaman.  It has been sponsored by janetmiles. 

It looks like a Romani vardo
come up through the industrial age,
a big truck with a house on its back
all decked out in red and green and gold.

The little arched windows
have scrollwork underneath,
the highest part of the siding
is fanciful gingerbread,
and a balcony rests between
the two halves of the upper story.

The house truck goes where the road goes,
a quirk of New Zealand culture,
stopping and parking wherever there is
a parking lot and a view.

Let's face if, if you live in New Zealand,
who wouldn't  want to drive around looking at it?

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Notes:

A Romani vardo is a type of large wagon designed as living space.  They can be quite ornate and beautiful.

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