Eye in the Sky 

As darkness falls

with the setting sun

this blood red moon

can begin it`s run

so large and eerie

silent as it goes

caught in earth`s shadow

as onward it flows

© Lissie Bull 2021

        

         





     Bristol

      Beautiful West Country city

      River Avon through Avon Gorge

    Isambard Kingdom Brunel  

      Social vitality

      Three universities

      Outstanding entertainment

      Lovely place to live

               (C) Lissie Bull 2019

                     Elaine

Energetic and caring
Loves her garden
Always willing to help
Inquisitive traveller
Never a dull moment
Enjoying retirement

© Lissie bull 2019

Memories we hold on to are treasured deep within our hearts 

never to be forgotten 

Moonlight

large bright orb
floating mysteriously
travelling slowly
across the night sky
illuminating 
the sleeping world
from sea to old forest
as it goes by

(c) Lissie Bull 2019

Cheeky Monkey

Swinging through the tree tops

picking fruit along the way

the jungle is his larder

something different everyday

hanging by his tail, he laughs

playing tricks on everyone

this cheeky little monkey

all he wants is to have some fun!

(c) Lissie Bull 2019

Nature`s Beauty

The scent of sweet aromas
wafting from bright flowers
found deep within the garden
brought on by summer's powers

hearing the buzzing bumble bee
darting through the flower beds
collecting it`s sweet nectar
before homeward bound it heads

summer's bright colours everywhere
heads facing the warmth of sunlight
for each petal is a work of art
all taken from nature's palette

long shadows fill the evenings
as the sunset changes colour`s hues
nature takes on a different look
creating a simply amazing views

(c) Lissie Bull 2019

Charlotte

Caring friend to have
Happy to be around
A loving sister to Alice
Reaching out to others
Lover of fine artwork
Outgoing and full of laughter
Tremendously talented artist
Thankful to call you friend
Energetic for life.

(c) Lissie Bull 2019

Visiting Steve`s Grave

Steve

Sunday,  for me and my family, was an emotional one as anniversaries always are. However, it has been wonderful to be surrounded by all my children.
I know Steve wound be so very proud of them all. For they have achieved so much in such a short time. 

Visiting Steve's grave in the late morning sun, with nature in her full regalia was lovely.

It cheered my heart to see that flowers had already been placed, on his grave. So adding ours felt good, along with his poem. I could feel his presence with us and it was a humbling experience.

Telling Steve how much we missed him,  followed by all our news. There`s always news to share with him, from a simple walk that was so inspiring to a new job for one of his children. I know he would want to know. 

Can't believe it's been twelve years since the Angels came for him, but at least he's at peace now and watching over us from up in heaven. It's great to hear the Family reminiscing and to hear them laugh at a funny memory. 

Though it's the anniversary of your death Steve and you're no longer here with us physically ... your presence will always be with us in our hearts.

Love and miss you always 💗

Mr Bumble Bee

Loud buzzings announces
there are bumble bees about
hopping from flower to flower
collecting the pollen while out

his big fat striped body
held high on stubby wings
buzzing around everywhere
following directions from one that sings

love to hear him as he goes
its a sign that summers here
pollinating the fruit trees
I salute him with a cheer!


Love the sound of the bumble bees....its summertime again..!!
© Lissie Bull 2019

Memories of Us

Sat here in the afternoon sunshine

remembering wonderful times

your laughter and cheeky smile

holidays by the sea

splashing through puddles

history outings

memories

special

us

(c) Lissie Bull 2019

This is always a sad time of year when we remember Steve. 

This year will be 12 years since you entered through the Pearly Gates with your wings.

White Feather

White feather

angel`s token

sent from above

soft and gentle

smiling down on me

sharing your love

White feather

sent when needed

to show I`m not alone

caring soulmate

watching over me

to treasure for my own

White feather

sweet memento

always brings a tear

soft gift just for me

an angel`s wing

memories to hold dear

(c) Lissie Bull 2019

Steve

Love and miss you always

xXx

Missing you!

missing you more as time passes by

our time together was cut short

when the angels came for you

memories held so dear

photos and places

are remembered

forever

in my

💗

(c) Lissie Bull 2019

Snooze Time.

Sleeping silently as a statue

yet slow undulating breathing

seen through silky patterned fur

a flicker of movement

gentle purring

dreaming sweetly

my dearest

snoozing

cat

(C) Lissie Bull 2019

Our Wonderful Pets

Just like us, there's different kinds of pets

from the usual to exotic types

dogs, cats, hamsters to ferrets

big, small and colourful

matching our life styles

they're all special

groom, feed, play

love our

pets

(c) Lissie Bull 2019

Our little Alfie

Welcome to our little son Alfie

perfect fingers and tiny toes

bright blue eyes and soft blond hair

to treasure and protect

to hold and cuddle

cherish and love

our dear son

Alfie

x

(c) Lissie Bull 2019

image from drawnartpop.com

Memories of Us

Sat here in the afternoon sunshine

remembering wonderful times

your laughter and cheeky smile

holidays by the sea

splashing through puddles

history outings

memories

special

us


(c) Lissie Bull 2019

A commission for a special little girl

Iris

Irresistible to all who meet her
Reaching out to explore the world
Inquisitive to learn as much as she can
Sweet and adorable, loved by everyone

(c) Lissie Bull 2018






Iris

Irresistible to all who meet her
      bubbly with an infectious laugh
Rainbows and sunshine 
     enjoyment and infectious laughter
Inquisitive to learn as much as she can
      dreaming of distant destinations
So sweet and adorable in all ways
      Iris you`re unique and loved by everyone! 

(c) Lissie Bull 2018

Autism. 

Autism is not something to be feared
it`s a state of mind that has no limits
persons parked diagonally in their parking space
they see the world in a wonderful way
that we can never truly understand
they're very loving and full of grace.

Unique people with so much to give
that society rejects through misconceptions
it takes a little sense to find some common ground
the simple side of life, we can all learn from
they`re individuals that are fun to be with
intelligent, inquisitive, they always astound.

Trusting and sometimes easily led
body language is hard for them to follow
they just want to be like all the rest
life seems to have served them an unfair lot
that we know they don`t deserve to have
yet as a friend,  they are truly blessed.

Inspirational in every way
their love for life should motivate us
and we must strive to work well together
don`t ever let this harsh world put them down
problems can be resolved through talking
humanity must accept one another.

Spontaneous, loving, fun to be with
they don`t hold grudges or hate anyone
accepting them with joy,  as they're so bright
eye contact appears to be hard for them
but they seem to get around that with our help
we are all special in our own right.

Misunderstood, they battle on in life
it`s not hard to be polite and caring
they have a right to a decent existence
treat them with the respect they deserve
they are not monsters to be afraid of
go say "Hello",  don`t keep your distance !

© Lissie Bull 2012

I have worked closely with the Autistic Society as I have two autistic children.

Having been through alot of pain watching my children and others suffer at the hands of people who don`t understand Autism, I decided to write this poem.

I hope people will learn to respect and treat them as they themselves would wish to be treated.