Coach trip ( Bodnant Garden,Wales )

We walked the garden
accents, sun-hats, sandals
all that makes for Sunday afternoons
mixed with azaleas' coloratura blooms,
Embothrium red and fading tulip;
strangers, talk of intimate things
confide with careless confidence
the confessional that is  holiday.
Fountains cool the air, entertain
coach trips in gaudy dress,
water fresh from Snowdon's heights,
a welcome change from last week.
The Laburnum arch nears full bloom
next week perhaps, next week.
The lawn mower drones across the lawn
others stoop to weed and plant
checking tickets, serving tea.
A garden party, all are welcome
brief friendships, flirting lashes,
memories carried home.