Thursday 31 December 2020





A new Year

as this year draws to an end

and a new year is revealed

memories are brought to the surface

of all that has taken place

some have been hard to bear

while others have warmed the heart

all are part of our life story

what will your story be about?


(C) Lissie Bull 2020





As this year draws to an end..

 



As this year draws to an end ....I find myself looking back over very unusual year indeed!  Nothing about this year has been normal and we have seen many changes along with sadness and fear.  We suddenly lost one of our beautiful cats,  Squeak, she was such and amazing character and would of been 17 in February. However  I was lucky to visit my son in Orkney, such an inspirational island. My eldest son turned 30, so we have a social distanced BBq at his forge workshop.  It was a lovely party in the sunshine.

It`s be a challenging time to find new and innovative ways to reach my markets. Turning to virtual markets and working on my Etsy Shop has enabled me to continue to build my business. 

The one thing that's always hits me though ... Steve is not here by my side to share these events. Then I remember .. Steve may not be by my side, he is still with me through everything .. he`s the reason for my writing and always in my heart. Accompanying me in all I do and also with each of his children too.

Lockdowns, tiers, masks and social distancing have taken their toll on people, families and individuals, especially the elderly, people with mental health and young children.  This pandemic has effected jobs, education, businesses, NHS and so much more.
I`m thankful to the internet as it has enabled us to keep in touch by video calls. It has certainly helped business and school lessons.  

So if you feel lonely .. remember your loved ones will always be with you held lovingly in your heart and those of your family.

I'd like to take this opportunity to say a big thank you to all of you who have joined me on my journey as you travel along yours too. Though this year has been challenging,  it`s amazing how we have all found ways to cope with it all.
Happy New Year, here's to an amazing 2021 full of opportunities, adventures and new memories to make and some to share.
Lissie 💜 xXx

 

Wednesday 30 December 2020


Loneliness

Life is hard enough
during these tough times
even lonelier 
in a house full of people
distant voices heard
yet there`s silence all around
creak of a floor board
is there movement upstairs
I feel so very  much alone
would so love some company

(c) Lissie Bull 2020







Tuesday 29 December 2020




13th Anniversary of Steve`s death

through these troubling time amidst Coronavirus pandemic you are always on my mind and in my heart.  I miss you so much, more and more as each year passes by.
As I get older I find myself spending more time on my own as our children move on in their lives travelling along their journey`s road.

yet another year has passed 
 with each one I feel much older
as our kids are venturing out
 with your help I`ll be stronger

 remembering my love for you
the joys of life spent together
all the happiness that was ours
memories that will stay forever

through these terrifying times
I am missing you more and more
want to feel your arms around me
have life back as it was before

to join your for a long beach walk
feel your fingers through my hair
but now you have your angel wings
I am lost, life can be so unfair

can`t believe it`s been 13 years
you tried so hard but lost your fight
rest in peace my dearest love
amid angels and heavenly light

(c) Lissie Bull 2020












 

Wintry Tree

A solitary tree stands in silence
under a bright blue wintry sky
branches that were once wrapped in green
now stand out with snow piled high

so white against the snarled bark
snow crystallized, an eerie sight
a thick blanket covers the landscape
glistening in the sun shine bright

cotton wool covered tree trunks
standing in a line at the edge of the fields
nature tucked up in its warm covers
like soldiers protecting with their shields

muffled silence from the snow fall
most creatures hibernating now
only venturing out when needed
racing through old furrows from the plough

so as we stand and admire
that ancient tree that's standing here
all dressed in its white wintry coat
we know that spring will soon appear !


© Lissie Bull 2020
image found on cgtrader.com

Monday 28 December 2020



 Santa`s Reindeer


Oh to be a flying reindeer

racing across Christmas skies

by helping dear old Santa Claus

deliver presents before sunrise


eight splendid sturdy beasts

all rigged up to Santa`s sleigh

with magnificent antlers

they are soon upon their way


all booted and suited in bright red

Santa takes the reins and off they fly

soaring high above the snowy land

almost invisible to the eye


visiting each and every home

while households are fast to sleep

leaving gifts for all the children

before little feet start to creep


when all the gifts have been delivered

Santa lets out a great big cheer 

for Christmas can now begin

for Santa and his wonderful reindeer!


Hope you all had a wonderful Christmas

🎅🎄🦌


(c) Lissie Bull 2020











Thursday 24 December 2020

 


In this day and age, Christmas seems to be about presents, food, decorations and cards, but that was not how it use to be.  Maybe it`s time to remember the true meaning of Christmas and the birth of baby Jesus.

Merry Christmas to you all !!









True Christmas



On Christmas eve it was so cold

like it was all those years before

as a couple tried to find a room

but they're only offered a stable floor



amongst the hay and ox and ass

the saviour of the world was born

laid in a manger warm and safe

watched over by Mary, `til the morn



there were shepherds in the field

all guarding their flock by night

when a heavenly host appeared

telling them of the child, with delight



leaving to visit the baby

travelling to the little stable

bearing gifts for baby Jesus

showing him love, as they were able



Mary takes this all to her heart

God has told her, he was precious

so as we gather altogether

let`s remember that first Christmas



© Lissie Bull 2020

Cat amongst the Crib

 

Cat amongst the Crib

I don`t mean to be disrespectful
but this spot is very comfortable

snuggled among these little creatures
even though they`re Christmas features

 I really hoped you wouldn't see me
after the problems with last year's tree

so I`m here to guard baby Jesus
until he is big enough to protect us !


© Lissie Bull 2020
Image found on Facebook but don`t know the source

Tuesday 22 December 2020

 







Christmas Cheer!

It`s that time of year again
the excitement is growing
everyone has their secrets
there`s no sign of it slowing

Shopping bags and packages
sticky tape, and wrapping paper...
cards written and presents done
all this fun is such a caper

Decorations all in place
just love the atmosphere
raise you glass everyone
for Christmas time is here!

Christmas count down has started !!

© Lissie Bull 2020

Monday 21 December 2020

 



Good night little kitty
such a soft bundle of fur
dream all your sweet dreams
as you slumber and purr

while the moon drifts on by
you`re snuggled up tight
rest up your weary paw
until the morning light!

© Lissie Bull 2020

Wednesday 16 December 2020

 




Mysterious Tranquility


standing by the waters edge
watching the clouds reflected
touched by the mystery
just feeling so connected

landscape mirrored on the surface
reflecting every rock and tree
opening your soul`s window
creating tranquility

silence is broken by a screech
and a fluttering of feathers
as an eagle swoops over
disappearing into the heathers

waters cold upon my feet
rippling over my skin
as I stand in the shallows
fighting the urge to step in

this place is full of mystery
mirroring your inner peace
nature at its purest
full of contentment and grace.


I saw a lovely photograph of a lake surrounded with trees and rocks creating a mirror image on the waters surface.  It was beautiful and so peaceful. I just wanted to step in and reflect.  Some where to meditate.


image found on jjhiii24.wordpress.com

Saturday 12 December 2020

 


Sadness of my Journey


Since losing my beloved cat squeak 

it has made me realise 

how many wonderful people 

I have lost along life`s journey

it feels as though my circle

is diminishing more each year


loved ones have been torn away

and then given their angel wings

father, mother, husband, friends

each passing feels like a knife

plunged deep with in the heart

chipping slowly away at my soul


time can be a healer, I`m told

everyone copes in their own way

it`s not weakness to let tears flow

but a release of memories

to lock in the heart foe safety

until we meet again my dears


(c) Lissie Bull 2020






Friday 11 December 2020


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 the life of a cat, three quarters of their life time is sleeping!!
© Lissie Bull 2020

 


Christmas

with a twinkling Star
placed on top the tree
tinsel and baubles
all dazzling to see

cards on the mantle
presents wrapped up too
mistletoe by the door
Merry Christmas to you

© Lissie Bull 2020

Wednesday 9 December 2020

I adore elephants, they are amazing animals, caring for each member of their family through the generations.  Majestic creatures that we can learn from.  

Through these troubling times, our zoos are struggling and I fear we will lose many species.

 I wrote this poem a while ago 🐘



Majestic Matriarch

These awesome mammals
pachyderms that walk the land
dominating the horizon
looking so majestic and grand

Plodding through the sparse scrub
she`s watching every thing around
able to keep the herd in check
with just one single low sound

Her presence is so powerful
yet she`s such a loving creature
need to protect these elephants
they are a national treasure

With two curled ivory tusks
and her long slender trunk swaying
this wonderful old matriarch
her sparkling eyes she`s displaying

So through this awesome landscape
watching these animals walk by
lets remember they are dwindling
we need to keep the numbers high

Standing here watching the Savannah
knowing all life here has it`s worth
I love to see the creatures roam
admiring all of Mother Earth

© Lissie Bull 2020
Photo titled "giant" taken by DaSchu and found on DeviantArt