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Brian Gogarty
Brian Gogarty

Brian is a 'Bardist' from mid-Ulster who is married with three weans. He works as a Banker, a job that is driving him insane. He was brought up in the 'City' but has lived in the countryside since 1984. He was runner-up in the Spring artsextra short story competition with his story Dishpan Hands.

Best Foot Forward by Brian Gogarty

Take a step my son,
walk, don’t run and simply put
your best foot forward.

Soldiers
at attention.
Waiting for the order.
Then, on command, put best foot forward
- and march.


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