Monday 30 November 2020

                  

City Skyline

Mirrored reflections
reaching up to the sky
tall straight structures
layered up on high

These angled giants
seen in many ways
wrapped all around
through the nights and days

swelling up before me
concrete architecture
all eyes staring out
from each living structure

reflected at angles
deceptive to the eye
windows that stare out
all against the sky

noises bouncing off
filling the air with sound
even slanting across
they all touch the ground

Skyscrapers stand proud
looking down on me
crowding all about
makes for a great city..!

© Lissie Bull 2020

Image by spyder007 from DeviantArt


 




Mister Robin

The muffled silence of this winter garden
sparkling with ice on the branches of trees
the festive season is here once again
wildlife still thrives even through this freeze

for snow has settled on every surface
paw prints make patterns in the deep crisp snow
there amongst the branches he sits watching
Mister Robin`s bright red waist coat for show

looking smart as he`s dressed in his finest
his chest puffed out with pride for all to see
singing his song as he views the garden
from way up high in his snow covered tree

with black beady eyes darting all around
there`s nothing he`ll miss from his world on high
from the fat house cat to the grey pigeon
he`s waiting for his supper, he`s so sly !

love that the festive season has started
for white powered snow is found everywhere
Mister Robin is perched on my apple tree
looking like a very smart millionaire!             


© Lissie Bull 2021

 

Sunday 29 November 2020

 


Christmas count down has started !!











Christmas Cheer!                  

It`s the festive time of year again
excitement should be growing
yet the high street s closed right now
so internet is where we`re all going

waiting for postie with our packages
finding sticky tape, and wrapping paper...
as cards are written and gifts hidden
all this secrecy is such a caper

bright decorations around the house
the tree creates a fab atmosphere
having virtual conversations this year
for we`re going to celebrate right here!

© Lissie Bull 2020


Saturday 28 November 2020

Cat amongst the Presents

Christmas is fun for us all and very amusing to our pets.  I have two mischievous cats.  it`s so funny to watch them chase after all the ribbons and torn wrapping paper, until they tire themselves out and curl up asleep among the mess, purring contentedly.



Cat amongst the presents...


I see a little nose peeping through
all the wrapped presents under the tree
pointed ears twitching through the bows
as your loud purrs are heard happily

it`s so funny to watch you pounce
amongst all the torn wrappings
your tail swishing as you jump around
the Christmas decorations and trappings

tail in the air and your head on the ground
bottom wiggling as you`re ready to pounce
then there`s a flurry of fur darting by
as a bright coloured gift goes bounce

it`s lovely to see all the fun you`ve had
dashing and scurrying all around
but now you have tired yourself out
looking through, there`s only a purring sound

(C) Lissie Bull 2020





Friday 27 November 2020

Petra

Pancakes on the balcony

Eager to help others

Theatre is in the blood

Run bare foot through meadows 

A friend that can be trusted

(C) Lissie Bull 2020





staring a new decade

with an enormous bang!

flashes of lights welcome the year

as through the back door

 Covonavirus appears


fear and uncertainty

fill our whole lives now

with restrictions and two lockdowns

no mixing or holidays

til we`ve seen this disaster through



so follow all the rules

and we`ll beat this virus

wash hands, wear masks and social distance

so lets stick to every rule

in the end we`ll beat this damn beast!


(c) Lissie Bull 2020





Wednesday 25 November 2020

 


As I missed doing my poetry challenge from last month, my son decided to challenge me to a write a name verse with a twist... Scientific Names Pongo Pygmaeus (Orangutan) Primate of distinction Orange shaggy course fur Native to tropical forests Great apes with intelligence Orangutans of Borneo

People of the Forest
Young ones smile at their mothers
Generally solitary creatures
Males develop large jipeks
Able to use tools to assist them
Each night they build nests to sleep
Utilising all around them
Swinging from tree to tree

(c) Lissie Bull 2019




Sunday 22 November 2020


You are Strong!


always remember that no matter what

you are stronger than you think you are

deep in your soul there`s the will to survive

just remember you`re a bright shining star


hold your head up high with a big smile

know that you can overcome anything

and with great support by your side

you will be able to conquer everything


remember you are an amazing person

though you feel low with the life you lead

you will sparkle, laugh and smile again

for deep down you have the ability to succeed!


(c) Lissie Bull 2020




 




Saturday 21 November 2020


Silence

Silence is golden
or so they say
but I see silence
in a silver way

silence is peaceful
shining bright
refreshingly good
sparkling with light

muffling the sounds
all around
so you`re left in peace
harmony is found

floating on air
wondering
whether this will last
I`m still pondering.

(c) Lissie Bull 2020


 



White feathers

To find a little white feather
in some particular place
I know that my guardian Angel
is holding me in their embrace

for when your down and lonely
your Angel will always be there
sending down a little white feather
as a sign that they really do care

so always keep these feathers safe
and when ever you`re in need of love
your guardian Angel will send hugs
a sign all the way from heaven above !

(c) Lissie Bull 2020














Friday 20 November 2020

 



Master Penguin. 🐧

This jolly little feathered friend
dressed up in black and white
with wings that won't let him fly
waddling through snow, quite a sight

Agile in these icy waters
seeking out his abundant food
as he dives amongst his group
like a playful kid in a happy mood

Huddled together through bad weather
protecting the next generation
snowy storms may rage about him
as he shows great dedication

This intrepid little penguin
smartly dressed in his fine attire
surviving in this snow bound landscape
with his great heart so full of fire!


© Lissie Bull 2020

Thursday 19 November 2020

 




The Mad Hatter`s tea party
with cakes and icecream
lots of games and laughter
causing quite a scream

door mouse is hiding
amongst many tea pots
while March Hare's looking smart 
and The Hatter's chatting lots

with fancy hats and presents
we`re here to have some fun
sharing tasty pots of tea
around the table in the sun

(C) Lissie Bull 2020


 Penguins

These cheeky little feathery chappies
in smart black jackets they waddle
among the boulders on the shore edge
before gathering together in a huddle

Penguins are amazing creatures
who love to toboggan down a slope
slithering down on their stomachs 
than back again, they don't need a rope!

they're so comical and friendly
diving down and splashing around 
confidently swimming through water
masters of the ocean, they've been crowned.

flapping their wings while waddling along
watch these handsome penguins go
amazing flightless aquatic birds 
come by and visit them and say hello!

(c) Lissie Bull 2020



Tuesday 17 November 2020

 



Tender Elephants

Majestic motherly mammals
meandering along the trail
linked together like a chain
from their long trunks to slender tail

a mother and her young baby
are protected by the whole herd
tender touches coax the young one
throaty sounds of happiness are heard

emotional and tender creatures
caring for each family member
they mourn openly for their loved ones
elephants will always remember

I love being given challenges and a friend set a the task of writing about elephants and how they show emotions in three verses.  This is what I came up with.

© Lis Bull 2013
image found on aboutanimals.com

Monday 16 November 2020

   

  








Caged Soul

Stress and confusion are strong emotions
helping to convey a passion to my pen
letting ink swirl across this parchment
releasing words that were locked away
creating pictures found deep in my caged soul....!


© Lis Bull 2020
Image found on featureshoot.com

 

Apocalypse


He is coming
this mutant
the one who spreads fear
his dark blue armour
immortality
power and evil

fear his coming
to reek havoc
for five thousand years
he`s traveled the world
anticipating
his sheer battle cry

this mighty beast
afraid of no man
will take on any creature
be prepared for fierce fighting
invincibility
he will never lose

Apocalypse
rejected at birth
so revenge is all he knows
super human abilities
gigantic proportions
the world to conquer

Marvel Comic Super Character

© Lissie Poems 2020

Saturday 14 November 2020

 





Trapped  Soul

stress and confusion are strong emotions
helping to convey a passion to my pen
letting ink swirl across this parchment
releasing words that have been locked away
creating pictures found deep in my caged soul ….

(c) Lissie Bull 2020
imaged found on fanartreview.com

Friday 13 November 2020

 



World Kindness Day


the gentle caring for a troubled world

where all appears to be in pain

we have to look to a better future

full of smiles and laughter again


to stretch out a helping hand today

and show kindness to a stranger

a little bit of generosity 

can guide someone out of danger


in these tough times, it`s great to smile

show a caring heart to someone

and celebrate World  kindness Day

let share some love with everyone!


(c) Lissie Bull 2020









 



Thursday 12 November 2020





65 Years


Precious moments remembered

as your love can not be measured

though sadly you`re no longer here

memories of you both are treasured


hand in hand or a snatched secret kiss

the love you shared was magical

so glad to call you mum and dad

and making family life wonderful


I find myself remembering you both

on this your very special day

just know that you`re held in my heart

Happy sixty fifth wedding anniversary!


(c) Lissie Bull 2020



 



Rudolph

there goes Rudolph the red nosed reindeer

leading Santa`s sleigh through the sky

carrying gifts for boys and girls

hear the gentle footsteps

landing on the roof

gifts from Santa

delivered

they fly

on!


(C) Lissie Bull 2020


 

Wednesday 11 November 2020

 



Santa

On the eve of Christmas as the snow falls
Santa crosses the evening sky
as eight reindeer pulls his sleigh
lead by red nosed Rudolph
laden with his gifts
for girls and boys
Santa Claus
will be
here!
🎅

(c) Lissie Bull 2020

Monday 9 November 2020




 I`m a little Rainbow bear

on a journey without an end

please take me home with your

for I would love to be your friend


© Lissie Bull 2020








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