I wrote this poem while sat outside Jon's Forge workshop. Inspired by the wild roses dotted around the farm yard ⚘ 

The symbol of a rose

inflicts much emotion

soft velvety petals

flowing like an ocean !

bright hues of colour

and aromas so sweet

bombarding the senses

like a tantalising treat

so soft and so mystic

yet hidden from sight

sharp thorns that draw blood

in the dark depths of night

this symbol of a rose

it's beauty laid bare

hold close to your heart

and treat with great care

© Lissie Bull 2021

Dreams.

As night draws in

wrapped in silence

images of the day

veiled by darkness

as dreams flicker

through my mind 

memories of the day

dancing around me

let this darkness

engulf my whole being

for I feel safe within 

solitude surrounds me

(C) Lissie Bull 2021

My furry Friend

Let me sleep my fury friend
I hear your purring in my ear
snuggling up close by
filling my heart with cheer

the smell of your fur enticing
as you paw your comfy bed
sweet dreams my furry friend
curl up and rest your sleepy head

(C) Lissie Bull 2021

 

Harvey

Happy and loving 

Always full of energy

Reliable companion

Very affectionate

Enjoys his regular walks

Young at heart and full of joy

(C) Lissie Bull 2021

Ruby

Roguish fun loving companion
Up for lots of long walks
Bright eyed and inquisitive 
Youthful heart warming friend

(C) Lissie Bull 2021

Dreams at Dawn

Laying down my pen to rest
be still after the flow of ink has stopped
for I have painted the latest picture of words
now it is time to let my dreams rule my heart
for when the dawn rises, so I will pick up my pen once more....                                      

© Lissie Bull 2021

Ice Cathedral.

Hidden inside the rock and snow
a cavern deep within the earth
glistening stalactites and stalagmites
grown over many years since birth

icy sculptured cathedrals
hidden deep underground
glistening with each drop of water
seldom experienced as rarely found

with each drop stalactites have grown
their tips almost touching the floor
where stalagmites teach up to touch
creating wondrous sights so pure

an underground so full of beauty
sparkling in the manmade lights
shows move as light flickers
nature's ability to create amazing sights

(c) Lissie Bull 2020

Watching

purring happily like a statue

she hidden in her secret spot

poised to pounce on anything

tail twitching as she waits

pointy ears pricked up 

what will she spy

hidden there

watching

life

(C) Lissie Bull 2021

 

Over the garden fence

Over the garden fence 

cat and dog were having a  chat

putting the world to rights

food, toys, humans and all that!

leaning against the wall

cat enjoying the flowers

ears pricked and eyes alert

they carry on for hours

should their humans do more

and feed them better food

show them love in different ways

they had to be more shrewd 

Cat was really happy

she has a lovely new bed

very soft and comfy

somewhere to lay her head

Dog very was excited

and madly wagging his tail

for he had a new ball and lead

then he was distracted by a snail

as the sun starts to go down

the two friends call it a day

back home to their own humans

there`s always tomorrow to play!

© Lissie Bull 2021

 Spring is in the air!

I have managed to combine my loving of writing poetry and creating knitted items and embroidering.  Really pleased with this latest piece.

If you would like a commission undertaken, please feel free to let me know.

Items are for safe over on my Etsy  Shop  https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/LissiePoems

 

Plymouth

Pilgrims to America set off from Plymouth

Location of the deepest aquarium in UK

Young Charlie Chaplin performed at Palace Theatre

Massive jellyfish can be washed up on the beach

Oldest Gin Distillery in England

Unique place, Plymouth market has everything!

Take a walk through enchanted woodlands

Historical city located on the south coast

(C) Lissie Bull 2021

                          Hereford

Historically picturesque city

Energetic and thriving market 

Rich in agriculture and cider 

Ecliptic mix of cultures

Full of great architecture 

Outstanding places to eat

River Wye flows by the Cathedral

District capital with plenty of style

(C) Lissie Bull 2021

Ian 

Impressive  leader

       loving husband and father

Armed Forces man at heart

       always in control   

Notable traveller of the world

      a man of distinction!

(c) Lissie Bull 2021

 

                                                    

 

  

Lively and energetic

Unique in every way

Comical costume diva

You`re one of a kind!

(c) Lissie Bull 2021

 

Sea of Hate

Feel so alone, an orphan set adrift on a sea teeming with hate

no sail or rudder to guide me

no company to share my woes

I am a solitary figure floating aimlessly... shark bait!

(c) Lissie Bull 2021

 

🌸

Welcome to Spring

I have really enjoyed making knitted seasonal wreaths.

 Autumn

Winter

Spring

If you would like one handmade for you, 

please message me or check out my Etsy shop 

https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/LissiePoems

 

Covid Loneliness

Sat here all alone in this quiet room

yet hear muffled voices from a distance

a hint f laughter passes over head

feeling a lack of actual existence

life sucks so badly, where has fun gone?

Coronavirus has created so much fear

just want to have some freedom back

normality is what`s needed here

(C) Lissie Bull 2021

World Poetry Day

Painting pictures with words from the heart

imagery held deep within your soul

letters spilling out over crisp white pages

emotions taking complete control

a quick haiku to leave a message 

acrostic to celebrate a kindship

shaped verse to cheer up a sick child

not to mentions a poem of friendship

free flowing freestyle capturing a moment

something a hold on to at your leisure

remembering an occasion of a lifetime

creating memories forever to treasure

a little nonet makes a perfect gift

for someone special to honour

show how much to appreciate them

or to courage and help feel stronger

for poetry has many different forms 

creating emotions to set hearts on fire

great fun to write, read and enjoy

they can intrigue, inform and then inspire

(C) Lissie Bull 2021

 

Sleep well my little angel

watched over through the night

may your dreams be beautiful

as you wander through scented pastures

under white fluffy clouds

all quiet and peaceful!

(C) Lissie Bull 2021

 

Darkness

A bright flickering flame

snuffed out in a second

extinguished light

darkness beckoned 

swirling drifts of smoke

cause a multitude of shapes

stimulates imagination

each moment it escapes

® Lissie Bull 2021