The Grand Hall

When l was a youngster l'd stare up in awe,
at this beautiful building so grandiously tall.
Enormous, inviting but terribly posh
It's reputedly only for folk who had dosh.

As for the window display, ooh la la.
Heavenly scents, lingerie, pointy bras.
Beautiful wedding attire, complete with groom
The backdrop would look like a stately hall room.

Haughtily posing, the mannequins stand
Sequins and baubles encased outstreched hands,
exquisitely dressed up in ball gowns and furs,
a few million miles from my own little world.

I remember the packets and bottles and stuff,
with names in Italian l couldn't pronounce.
Hundreds of produce there, piled up so neat
How did it get there, l thought, in the street.

Now, proud to say that l work in this store
and l get a thrill when l dash through the door.
Selling and chatting to put you at ease
but ultimate goal is the dosh, if you please ..