Sadness

It saddens me
that you won't talk
as you're afraid of me
I don't hate you
we can be friends
I'm no monster you see

for though I've lost
the one's I loved
these I care for I'll guard
seen many hurt
so close to me
to show affection is hard

but I've been told
that you fear me
I find this tough to bare
just want the best
for those I love
and show them that I care !!

© Lissie Bull 2016

My Sunday...


Sanctuary for the soul
Undeniably the best
Never to be under rated
Day for relaxation
Always to be shared with loved one
Yet the start of a new adventure

© Lissie Bull 2016

Battle Ground

yet another disagreement
voices raised, emotions high
tensions stretched to the limit
any love seems to have run dry

hate the way we fight and shout
not much happiness is found
what we need is a little peace
and find some common ground

this aggression is wrong
don`t want to battle with you
this situation gets me down
we`ve got our own point of view


could we please call a truce ?


© Lissie Bull 2016

Painting pictures from the heart
Optimizing all that`s captured from within
Emotional memories held in trust
Tenderly teasing open the soul
Rhythms flowing through each vein
Yearning to keep each word alive

© Lissie Bull 2016
image found on unitedpress.co.uk

Secretive Dragon

A flash of white enamel

the breeze from it`s swishing tail

red hot fire from it`s belly

glimpses of black or green scale

the power of it`s being

you can`t underestimate

it sits on it`s haul of gold

all that it can accumulate

and when you least expect it

the creature can sniff you out

from within it`s deep dark lair

for it can sense you throughout

whether you believe in them

I am sure that they won`t mind

there will always be Dragons

you just need to seek and find

© Lissie Bull 2014
image found on pinterest.com 

Fun Poems

Poetry can be so much fun

Here are a couple of poems I did for some children.

I am hoping to organise some workshops 

to encourage more children to find out about 

the joys of reading and writing poems.

Please let me know what you think.

Lissie

Payment..

There comes a time

in everyone`s life

when a decision

is taken in strife

decide what you want

and the sacrifice

pray for mercy

then pay that price

© Lissie Bull 2016

Words

Words are always around us

the building blocks to our world

instructions, stories and records 

all this vocabulary unfurled

love, learning, power and joy

communication is the key

expressions of the way we feel

allowing you to talk to me !

words flow freely from deep within
for each letter plays it`s part
filling our world with descriptions
and painting pictures for the heart


happy words, encouraging words

some for every occasion

loving, coaxing or emotional 

words for celebration.

sadly there are hurtful words

that can break a person`s heart

sad words, painful words

that tear many people apart !

 words can be felt, spoken and read
creating pictures for all to see
creating memories to treasure
so choose your words carefully

© Lissie Bull 2016
image found on wrestlezone.com

Merry start to the week
Onwards and upwards
Never a dull moment
Desire to succeed
Always positive
Yes to winning


(c) Lissie Bull 2016

Hand in hand

walking through life

hearts entwined

creating memories together

© Lissie Bull 2016

I appear

I appear to be
stuck in a void
between
love and hate
for I really 
wish
that I could
love again
feel passion
be complete

I appear to feel
empty of emotion
through 
desperation
hate and love
are very close
that they merge
sometimes
without reason
for good....!



© Lissie Bull 2016

I am really excited as I am exhibiting in Dolman Hall at 

Ashton Gate Stadium Bristol tomorrow.

There`s everything you need to organise your special day.

So if you are planning your wedding, why not come and take a look at all the many different exhibits 

and let us help you with your wedding plans.

My Haven !!

For fresh Brazilian coffee
Cupacabana's the place
wonderful service with a smile
kick back and slow down the pace

friendly relaxing cafe
enjoy its awesome delights
just the spot for frothy latte
takes you to heavenly heights

on a hot summer's day
chill with a cool milkshake
topped with fresh cream and sprinkles
served along with a sweet cake

so come on, give it a try
somewhere good to chat and rest
friendship, coffee and some cake
Cupacabana is the best..!!



© Lissie Bull 2016

Cupacabana is an awesome cafe where I sit and write poems
and chat with friends, the atmosphere is great and the coffee is out of this world.

Poetry

Painting pictures
Observations from within
Eternally flowing ink
Through the heart and soul 
Rhythm and Rhyme, music and lyrics
Yearning to be read...!


© Lissie Bull 2016

Caught Napping....

Oh no.... you found me!
I thought I had the perfect spot
but sadly this was not to be
though I gave it my best shot

Its rather cosy here
please don't turf me out
all I wanted was to nap
before I go and run about

Please let me sleep awhile
as I`m curled up here to rest
you can have your bowl back soon
but right now snoozing here`s the best!!


© Lissie Bull 2014 
image taken by OutcastedHearts o DeviantArt

Memories of Summer 

Sun hats and sandals
skin covered in lotion
wearing bright colours
like rainbows in motion

squeals of laughter
infectious giggles
playing in the stream
all splashes and wiggles

blue skies and ice cream
makes summer time fun
children smiling happily
while playing in the sun


© Lissie Bull 2016

The Pain of War

A gunshot is heard through the pause in battle
for a man cries out loudly, then silence once more
as the realization starts to sink into my mind
I know someones died because of this horrid war

his body lies crumpled amongst all the debris
blank eyes staring skyward, not seeing anything now
limbs splayed out in unnatural positions
a look of sheer shock spread across his pale brow.

he did not look as in peaceful slumber
more like an action figure, left discarded and broken
his wounds so severe, taking his life force away
blood pooling on the ground,  numbness, no words spoken

sorrow deep within our hearts, as we remember him
the pain tries to surface, but determination reigns
we cannot let the loss of our friend go unpunished
retribution now runs strongly through our veins.


News about all these horrific wars fill the news some thing I feel quite strongly about.
I find it easier to express my emotions through poetry and this poem is the result.

© Lissie Bull 2016
image found on youtube.com

Mistress


Mystery woman
Illicit encounters
Secretive meetings
Tender intrigue 
Rural rendezvous 
Extra marital activity
Sensual experiences
Seductive love...!

© Lissie Bull 2016

It`s a cat`s life!
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Curled up sleepy on the sofa
taking no notice of anyone
dreaming of chasing playful mice
after a great day having fun

climbing trees while eyeing up birds
by the pond trying to catch fish
but best of all racing around
a cat completing every wish

stretching out slowly, then yawning
turning round to get more cosy
cat napping is quite an art form
future`s looking very rosy


Love my cats, three quarters of their life time is sleeping!!


© Lis Bull 2013

Icy Heart

bitter love, icy to the touch
breaks with a snap, this heart so cold
resisting comfort at every turn
choosing to remain out of the fold

warmth has departed from this soul
the core is all frozen solid
spreading through this poor creature
left unchecked, will become squalid

ever to roam the wilderness
so bitter and broken hearted
shivering, it`s chilled to the bone
as sadly love has departed

please take pity of this creature
for this could be you one day
show mercy to the ones that need it
kindness can start in such a small way!


Remember to treat others, the way you would want to be treated....with kindness and love.!

© Lis Bull 2014
image found on pinterest.com

Husband

Happily married
Us instead of me
Saviour of my heart
Bearer of arms
Always by my side
Never a dull moment
Devoted together

© Lissie Bull 2016

Harbour side

This world reflected in water
shimmering as the breeze blows by
light changing hour by hour
as I sit here watching time fly

these undulating images
of barges moored along quay
watched over by the rippling buildings
the harbour life is there to see

with bright sun shine all around
reflecting the dark blue of the sky
dogs barking in the back ground
all so pleasing to the eye

busy ferries chugged back and forth
as people relax in this weather
while water laps on warm stones
harbour side, a place to come together


A relaxing Sunday afternoon down my the harbour, enjoying some warm sunny weather.

© Lis Bull 2016

Awaken

A gentle touch of sun light
crept across and kisses my cheek
so soft I barely felt it
a soothing caress so meek

With loving murmurs in my ear
I'm told it`s time to awake
Stirring slowly from my sleep
want this moment for a keepsake

I greet the sun with a smile
as I welcome in the morn
gently opening my eyes
the room is filled with the dawn


To wake up slowly with a tender kiss from the sun is wonderful....

© Lissie Bull 2014
mage found of theguardian.com

Summer...!

Summer time is golden
in colours and emotions
warmth of sun on our skin
laughing at all commotions

picnics in the countryside
chasing butterflies through grass
curled up with a good book
with lemonade in a tall glass

lazy, relaxing holidays
watching the dogs at play
time spend with families
a great way to fill our day

as the evening descends
bright colours create a sight
time to relax and chat together
as sunny days turn to night


© Lissie Bull 2016

No Words.....

Sadly tonight my pen remains still
no ink will flow across my notepad
no pictures painted from the soul 
the images in my heart will not be freed
silence rules the pages until the dawn ....


© Lissie Bull 2016
image found on lifehack.org

Smiles....!

Sunshine
Merriment 
Infectious 
Lovable 
Energetic
Smiles everywhere!

© Lissie Bull 2016

Sad Society..... 

Disrespectful society
unruly behaviour every where
crime, litter, theft and mugging
people just don`t seem to care !

no one says "please" or "thank you"
they just grab what they can
prisons are full to bursting
feels like the shits hit the fan !

teenage pregnancies are rife
no thought for their futures
there`s greedy individuals 
to them life is a game for users !

we must stop thinking of just ourselves
and help people to work together 
a tiny act of kindness sets the trend
come join us every sister and brother..!

  
© Lissie Bull 2014

Painting pictures from the heart
Observations from deep within
Eternally shared across crisp sheets
Trailing ink flowing from a pen
Rhymes and rhythms, like notes and lyrics
Yielding emotions for all to feel...!

© Lissie Bull 2016


This is an entry to a competition, fingers crossed  !

Death of a Rose 

Cold, cold heart of death
laying on the hard ground
exposed to the element
never making a sound

no plea for assistance
or demands to be warmed
for this frozen rose
remains there fully formed

its rich velvety petals
red against the grey stones
stands out so vividly
but decay will change these tones

decorated with droplets
of fine powdery snow
this once beautiful rose
remains there still aglow

in its dying moments
its scent lingers on
frozen in time now
until the following dawn!

© Lissie Bull 2014

Image titled "Cold, Cold Heart",  taken by "darkex52" and found on Deviantart

Hues of Blues

The beauty of these hues

creating tranquility 

softens any harsh heart

allowing peace and serenity

with gentle hints of blue
stretching to the horizon

flowing down to the water`s edge

relaxing each and every person

centered about this liquid mirror

reflecting all that surrounds

this awesome slice of paradise

nature's glory abounds

waters lapping against the shore

through rhythms of the moon's tide

lulls all into a calming state

allowing you to escape and hide

so take a little time out here

sit at the edge and dip your toes

recharging your aching body

thus releasing stresses and woes

© Lissie Bull 2015

Photo titled Blue Fog taken by huifeideyureq

found on Deviantart