Love of Reading

open the cover of a book

step into another world

where will this story take us

as a new tale`s unfurled!

with each turn of a page

we`re whisked far away

as adventures develope

in the light of a new day

racing across desert dunes

flying over a choppy sea

hunting dangerous foe

these books can set us free

exploring under deep oceans

learn about fish and whales

history of the unknown

ancient myths and tales

books can transport us away

full of intrigue and pleasure

so find a comfy place to sit

and reveal it`s magical treasure

(c) Lissie Bull 2020

Hectic Day

after such a hectic day playing

running all around the garden

racing up and down the stairs

don`t forget the purring

curling up on laps

padding my bed

I`m tired now

sleep time

night!

🐈

(c) Lissie Bull 2020

Single Tear

Teardrop runs gently cascades

gravity has it`s power

emotions just below the surface

life can turn so sour!

red swollen eyes trying to see

not sure they understand

just how these feelings have hurt

no smiles on demand!

all around, darkness is found

silence fills the ears

this single tear falls further down

 world is filled with fears

heart broken yet still standing here

let this tear run it`s course

for bad times can be turned around

can`t make happiness by force!

(c0 Lissie Bull 2020

China and Pearls

In the silence of this moment

memories treasured

time moves on slowly

with each hour of the day

sounds of sweet melody

in shade from the pear tree

whilst all dress up in pearls

for our afternoon tea

tunes running through my head

of a bygone era

as we danced through the tulips

on a long summer`s day

the clink of the china

along with twittering birds

these were the heady times

that will never be forgotten....!

© Lissie  Bull 2020

Image entitled Arabesque taken by Venesmir

Red Fur

A glimpse of red fur in the night

bright flash of eyes can be seen

then a streak of white tipped tail

just shows where it has been

there`s silence in the suburbs

though they scurry all about

scrambling through the rubbish

searching for food with their snout

only seen in dim street lights

as they saunter on around

their pups following along

glad they`re not chased by hound

able to blend into the night

foxes are resilient

alert in an urban world

these creatures are brilliant!

© Lissie Bull 2020

Image found on telegraph.com

Anniversary

fifty wonderful years have passed by

filled with the special love we have

making memories forever

surrounded by our kids

love,  joy and laughter

wrapped all around

hand in hand

our love

💞

(c) Lissie Bull 2020

Guardians of Nature

Sweet angels of the earth
fluttering through flowers
while sprinkling fairy dust
brings happiness to all
wings sparkling in sunlight
as fairies skip and dance
opening up scented buds
in the colourful dawn
then lighting up fire flies
as twilight settles in
looking after all we have
these guardians of nature
the heart and soul of life
sweet and gentle fairies

© Lissie Bull 2020

Our Anniversary

 

we`ve enjoyed many amazing years

creating fabulous moments

to cherish in our old age

with all our family

grand kids and cats

hand in hand

always 

💕   

(c) Lissie Bull 2020 

                                       

Leopard

With sleek lean body crouched in the undergrowth

ears pricked and eyes so bright watching for its prey

blending into the surrounding habitat

its unsuspecting meal, not too far way

watching and waiting for the right moment

its eyes darting back and forth cunningly

eyeing up the next victim, its next meal

then once chosen, it moves in so stunningly

crouched low to the ground, moving silently

following every movement through the darkness

its prey unaware of its presence close by

at the right time, it leaps out of the blackness

with its unique speed, the prey stands no chance

so adapted with its eyes, ears and coat

the leopard attacks with its claws out stretched

suffocating its prey with a bite to the throat

after only a short space of time for the kill

the wilderness in plunged back into silence

with its meal safely dispatched up a tree

the leopard helps to keep nature in balance

(c) Lissie Bull 2020

I have a great love for the big cats and their way of life, long may we still be able to see them.

Tiger

each stripe is different

every coat, unique

awesome camouflage 

at nature`s boutique

moving through jungle

in silent stealth mode

seeking his next meal

as his bright eyes glowed

hardly visible

to the naked eye

this tiger`s walking

confident and sly

this majestic king

so endangered there

it`s up to us to help

save him, we must care

oh tiger tiger

for this is your hour

a symbol of freedom

such grace and power

© Lissie Bull 2020

Inspired by a watercolour painted by Olechka01 found on DeviantArt

There comes a time in people`s lives, when you feel enough is enough, you just need to change things, start a fresh...!!

Brave New Start

Standing up here on the edge
looking down on humanity
feeling such sadness welling up
all I see is insanity

this old world with all its pit falls
sucking the life blood out off me
draining me of all my willpower
I just can`t stay here, need to be free

over the oceans, I will fly
to the far flung corners of the earth
where I`d feel safe to start once more
so full of hope, I`d know my worth

a brave new world for me to see
leaving all the rot far away
free from all the sad pain and hurt
standing tall, I know this is my day

(c) Lissie Bull 2020

Summer solstice 

Witnessing sunrise over Stonehenge

Watching the stones and sun aligned 

sky ablaze with bright colours 

festive feel with the dawn

time stands still this dawn

celebrations

symbolic

longest

day

(c) Lissie Bull 2020

Anxiety

this feeling of falling

total isolation

surrounded by silence

so full of emotion

loneliness takes over

the future appears bleak

sorrow weighing heavy

feel unable to speak

depression fills the soul

engulfed in the darkness

wrapped up in deep sorrow

this world is so heartless

(c) Lissie Bull 2020

SASHA

Sassy cat who rules this home

Adventurous and mischievous

Such a cutie, loves her cuddles

Happy to sleep on everyone`s lap

Always ready to take on the world

(c) Lissie Bull 2020                                                                                                                                                                                             

 

Our Pets are part of our families.

Pet Name Verses are a great gift idea.

I can add a photo of your pet to create a 

unique and personal verse.

                                                                 

Lightning

Flash of light across the dark sky

illuminating the  garden`s wide spread

zig zagging after a clap of thunder

as the storm passes overhead

a symphony of sound to hear

electric pulses through the night

emotion felt deep within the soul

nature`s fireworks, a wondrous sight

each strike of lightning`s so unique

creating bright patterns to follow

 rumblings heard in the distance

as the storm continues to grow

nature`s battle through the night sky

large droplets of rain hits the ground

an atmosphere that blasts the senses

there`s nothing like it to be found 

(c) Lissie Bull 2020

 

New way of Life!

Our lives have changed so much

being furloughed and home schooling

kitchen tables have become our offices

and there`s plenty of time for fooling

joining queues to do our shopping

and stay at least two meters apart

only purchasing what we really need

always being careful and smart

even our loving pets are confused

they don`t get a moment of peace

their snoozing spots have been taken

noisy music and games never cease!

we can`t meet up with family members

or have a meal or drink at the pub

now it`s BBQs in the showers

as we`d started our own little club!

baking has become more popular

it`s great what can be produced

bread, cookies, chocolate cakes

it`s amazing how many dishes get used

virtual conversations with friends

writing emails, talking on mobile

chatting from two meters away

we`re becoming very versatile 

 

so our home is now very different

many changes across a great range

a school,  an office or  craft room

weird, how our lives have all changed

(c) Lissie Bull 2020