Poetry and grumblings
I watched you as you walked away And left me on my own You took my heart, and in its place Is now a piece of stone I should have seen it coming But was just too blind to see I never stopped to let you know How much you meant to me Though time … Continue reading Letting go
You're there to stop me when I fall And lift me if I'm down You are my inspiration Even when you're not around You're always there to hold me Give me strength when I am weak You are my eyes when I can't see My voice when I can't speak The one I always turn … Continue reading Making a point
The evening sunlight skips across the ripples of the lake dancing on its ridges as it hurries by, pausing impatiently to allow boats to pass, before searching ever onwards, chasing down the dark in a never ending game of hide and seek. Shadows hide round every corner, little pockets of night that got left behind. … Continue reading Quay moments
If life is truly a game, what happens to the winners Are we not all equal in the eyes of the redeemer We may strive to climb our social ladders But will inevitably encounter a snake You must play your hand the best you can With the cards that you've been dealt And although some … Continue reading The gambler
When a branch falls from the family tree It leaves a scar for all to see But in its place new growth will start And help to mend it's broken heart Young saplings seem to gather round To mourn it laying on the ground The bluebells bow their heads to pray While in the distance … Continue reading The final bough
Jeremy Corbyn was "shocked" and demanded that the ministry of defence find out who was responsible. Theresa May has called it "clearly unacceptable" despite having not seen the footage. Defence secretary Gavin Williamson said it was a 'troubling video". Conservative MP Tom Tugendhat, said the video was "disgraceful". Rory Stewart, Conservative minister for prisons, said … Continue reading War crimes
Float off to sleep on the wings of a lullaby And let the dark enlighten you It's time to stop dreaming and go to sleep When love wants you, it will find you It will not hide from you As you hide it from others Your heart will always let you know So let the … Continue reading For the lonely
