Reflective moments

calming my inner peace

gentle ripples on the surface

a sense of release

tranquil meditation 

is the aim for this day

relaxation for the soul

slowly easing stress away

(c) Lissie Bull 2026

Many years ago I was lucky enough to visit a Buddhist Monastery in Honiton. It was an amazing experience meeting the monk and learning all about them. We were also taught meditation.  Quiet meditation and also walk meditation. We walked along gravel paths in a slow steady pace that helped to slow down the mind and body.  Since then I find meditating a great help, it calms my stress, clears my mind of negativity and I find I feel refreshed and content within myself.

Have you ever done any meditation, I would love to hear about it, which method do you prefer?

In this poem I look at different methods of meditation and nature healing. 

Meditation

To sit and contemplate

is good for the soul

clearing one's mind

of all that's unnecessary

feeling uplifted

rejuvenated

whether sat cross legged

or comfortably on a chair

lilting soft music

a gentle beat

panpipes

sounds of nature

or sweet silence

a steady rhythm of walking

can calm the mind

send you into a trance

gentle beating of the march

this is still meditation

yet for some

moving a warm disc

metaphorically 

around the body

with the power of the mind

warming along its route

channelling the mind

can really work for some

there are as many ways

to meditate

as there are different

cultures.....

that all work the mind

thus calming the soul!

© Lissies Poems 2014

 

It's the little things that can make the biggest impact. A smile, a little gesture, a quiet moment 💛  So if you feel stressed, step back, pause and realise just how far you've come -  be kind to yourself 🫶

Be strong and smile

for you`re incredible

show the whole world

that you`re invincible

don't be fearful, smile 

let your heart be your guide

you are never really alone

be happy and full of pride

when you are feeling down

no matter what happens

you are one in a million

always shine like a bright star

(C) Lissie`s Poems 2026

This image of an oil painting by Alex Alemany was sent to me to see if it inspired me to write.    Its fun to be inspied by something so different.

Masks of Life

At times throughout life
we have all worn a mask
some happy and jovial
others sad or menacing

we hide behind them
afraid of consequences
uncertain of ourselves
scared we`ll be ridiculed

the stage is our play ground
each mask defines an act
some wear wings and halos
to show their goodness in life

some masks give us courage
to cope with life when we`re hurting
other masks hide our real bad side
so we can`t see who they really are

the Devil lurks back stage
an evil grin across his lips
ready to reap callous mischief
upon the unsuspecting victim

a checkered board upon the floor
arches decorate the wings
detached hands that hold our attention
with items that accumulate

so as we cross the stage of life
with our masks to hide behind
remember that the script can change
and true features are best every time..!

© Lissie's Poems 2014 

Market days are full of anticipation and excitement

Market Day

The market place is buzzing

many delightful stalls to see

all brightly set out for you

from books to bags to jewellery

each stall plying to get your attention

cuddly bears, poetry and sweets

carefully laid out to entice you in

colourful flowers and tasty treats

many varied handmade items 

beautifully crafted for all to see

when someone stops to take a look

holders hearts skip a beat with glee

lets hope today will be successful

happy customers sent on their way

many sales for each little business

here's to next weeks market day

(C) Lissie`s Poems 2026

hidden high up amongst the apples

staying well out of the heat of the day

for the season of summer is upon us

far to hot to come down and play!

what can you see from way up there?

sheltered among branches in the sun

still and silent from where you crouch

while we`re on the ground having fun

come on down little one and join us

as we enjoy a lovely sunny weekend

share some treats and plenty of cuddles

there`s plenty of fun my sweet friend

(C) Lissie`s Poems 2026

  

I wrote this poem for a very special friend and her a wonderful buddy to celebrate their Ruby Wedding Anniversay.  

Ruby Wedding Anniversary

you are the sassy couple of Clare Street

gems that make our neighbourhood upbeat 

you`ve weathered Covid and chased the sun

somehow made the mundane appear fun!

tears and laughter, parties and celebrations

or a date night in with little cheeky flirtations

from chores, dog walks to a knees up with a band

you`ve danced through these years hand in hand

so wishing you many more years spent together

as you've proven that love will always last forever

(C) Lissie`s Poems 2026

  

Painting pictures with words from the heart

colouring them with emotions 

images found in our nightly dreams

setting us adrift on life`s oceans

© Lissie`s poems 2026