Love's Journey

To be loved is my desire

explore a deep relationship

feel strong arms wrapped around me

a tender yet passionate kiss

to walk hand in hand through life

© Lissie Bull 2021

Wedding Anniversary

To the love of my life

my soulmate, my all....

you fill my world with love

and a reason to smile

holding hands together

may we travel our journey

creating memories

to share our whole life through

Happy Anniversary

xXx

To love you....

To walk hand in hand 

across warm golden sand

never again to be a apart 

To feel your touch so tender

as into your arms I surrender

and know you hold my heart

To always know you`re there

a love for us to share

forever my sweetheart!

(c) Lissie Bull 2021

Anniversary

Remembering our special day
the vows we made together
sharing all our memories
we`ll  hold in our hearts for ever

to always know that we were right
our unbeatable bond is so strong
as we build our lives side by side
we have found where we belong

as we celebrate our special day
give a cheer for married life
we`ll raise a glass of champagne 
as we continue as husband and wife

(c) Lissie Bull 2021

                                                              

 

Touching a Soul

When you touch someone

with a loving spirit

they touch your soul

with their deep heart

for there is nothing better

on this earth

than a giving person

who knows your worth

as we live each day

may we make a difference

and touch a soul

each and every day

bringing smiles and laughter

to many a needy soul

Love, peace and happiness !

© Lissie Bull 2021

 

Spring Tranquility

Yellow trumpets blowing in the breeze

red cups pointing upwards to the sky

with tall grasses swaying in-between

standing so proud, no need to be shy

speckled sun light filters through the trees

leaving dappled patterns on the ground

the air`s filled with the scent of flowers

nature`s harmony is all around

this world of forest green and flowers

that mesmerize you in every way

such tranquility and peacefulness

a great place to sit, relax and stay

It has been such a wonderful day, spring has arrived and the sun is out and there`s warm in the air.  Flowers every where.  I just feel like sitting down and relaxing out in this sun.

© Lissie Bull 2021

 Day 28  National Poetry Writing Month 2021

prompt - write a poem that poses a series of questions. The questions could be a mix of serious, humorous, interruptive  or conversational.

Happy Writing!

Questions

Life is full of questions

"where did we come from?"

and "why do cats purr?"

we ask many questions

each and everyday

that they become a blur.

being inquisitive 

isn`t a bad thing 

don`t ask- won`t find out

"what`s with all dogs 

wagging their tails madly?"

not good to live with doubt.

questions, questions everywhere

will an answer be found

"where, when, how, why? 

questions every day

curiosity is how we learn

stand up, ask, don`t be shy!

(C) Lissie Bull 2021

 Day 29 National Poetry Writing Month 2021

Prompt -  today the challenge in to write a "Through the window"  poem.  This a poem about what you can see through a window. this could be in to ant room, a childhood place, a spaceship or anywhere.  What do you see?

Happy writing!

Through the window 

hearing the crackle of the fire

in it`s large stone hearth

slowly warming up the cottage 

alone on this cold earth

distant howl of a wolf is heard

in this forgotten land

a lonely figure sits on his own

with his faithful mutt to hand

kettle steams beside the fire

as he stretches our to pour

the hot brew to have with bread

as the wind shakes the door

pale dim light from a candle

illuminates a few old charts

quill and ink placed nearby 

not much else to do in these parts

rattling panes stir the dog

as fierce gusts of wind hit hard

further into the darkness

put each of them on their guard

branches brush across the window

and the flames flicker madly

eyes darting around the dark room

he looks down at his dog gladly

watching them from my safe spot

this scene really touches my heart

a man with his mutt sat is darkness

companions that will never be apart

(C) Lissie Bull 2021

~d(-_-)b~

silence feels like isolation

locked away in solitude

trapping my mind in darkness

my veins throbbing wildly

hearing the pulse in my ears

plunging my soul into madness

it only takes a little beat

to get my senses tinkling

slowly dispersing the emptiness

music is the beat of my life

blasting away the cob webs 

and shaking up the stillness

let the music rip through me

bringing my soul back to life

electrifying my happiness

(C) Lissie Bull 2021

International Guide Dog day pays tribute to the dogs who do amazing work. Guide dogs help blind and visually impaired make their way through the world while offing love and comfort in so many ways.

Best Friends...

You are far more than a pet

for you`re a family friend

there by my side when needed

we`ll be together to the end

you help me throughout my life

showing amazing devotion

reading my moods as I go

understand my emotion

one special companion

guiding me along life`s way

you are my eyes in this world

so glad you joined me on that day

although I may not tell you this

I appreciate all that you do

feeling so lucky every day 

to have a friend just like you !

 © Lissie Bull 2021

Day 27 National Poetry Writing Month 2021

Prompt - write a poem inspired by an entry from The Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows.

Nighthawk

laying my head on my soft pillow

snuggled up cosy in my big bed

drifting off to the land of dreams

when the nighthawk enters my head

pecking at the back of my mind

my sleep is suddenly abandoned. 

what about that uncompleted task?

he can be really underhanded

oh my, that second slice of cake

creating a huge nagging guilt

nighthawk just won`t let is pass,

without some sleep I`m going to wilt

in the morning he circles over head

while biding his time during my day

then finally I get ready to sleep

that`s when nighthawk comes out to play

(C) Lissie Bull 2021

it`s hard to cope with the loss of one of our fur babies.  They are such a big part of our lives.  I love writing Name Verses for pets. They all have their own characters.

If you would like one written for you pet, please message me for further details.

I am happy to add a photo of your choice and all come mounted only.

Squeak

Such bright round eyes

Queenie of the household

Unique in every way

Ever my constant companion

An amazing little character

Know that you`ll be ever missed!

(C) Lissie Bull 2021

 Day 26 National Poetry Writing Month 2021

prompt -  challenged to write a parody. Find a poem or a song that has always annoyed you and write an altered silly version of it. 

Rock a bye monkey
on a tree branch
when the sun rises
it`s time for some brunch
as shadows grow long
monkey starts to now play
when the moon shines bright
it`s end of the day

(C) Lissie Bull 2021

Day 25   National Poetry Writing Month 2021

Prompt - write an "occasional" poem, this is a poem written is suited to or about an occasion. This poem can be for an occasion in the past or in the future, one important to you and your family. (wedding, birth) or for an occasion in the public eye (Olympics)

The Move. 

Papers all correctly completed
everything has been all packed up
excitement is felt all around
some tea, when did I put my cup?
today the removal van arrives
to transport us on our way
as we start a new adventure
moving homes so far away
with every box, case and bag
along with our furniture
now all stored away and safe
so excited for the future
locking the door behind us
walking away from the gates
waving goodbye as we go
for a new venture awaits

(C) Lissie Bull 2021

 Day 24  National Poetry Writing Month 2021

prompt -  find a factual article about an animal. make sure that the name of the animal is repeats a lot throughout the article.  Now replace the animals name with a different word, like an emotion ( sadness)  "my heart" or an object eg street lamp.  Now read through and re arrange in to a new poem.

Happy writing!

Mice

Mice are the largest of earth`s mammals
fascinating creatures to get to know
three distinctive variants are Asian, African,
and finally,  forest and savannah ones too!

with over sized ears,  mice are able to keep cool
a big heart that shows many different emotions
a mouse trunk is it`s most important limb
and trunk to drink, eat and cover in mud lotions

they are amazingly intelligent creatures
they can display grief, awareness and compassion
led by a matriarch to can teach them so much
mice are special creatures full of  expression

(C) Lissie Bull 2021

 St George`s Day!

As we celebrate St George`s day
 patron saint of our dear England
filling our hearts with great pride
fought and killed the dragon
to save the princess
a courageous knight
for todays
George`s
Day

(C) Lissie Bull 2021

 Day 23  national Poetry writing month 2021

Prompt - write a poem that responds, in some way, or another. This could be a simple as using a line or image from another poem as a jump off point or it could be a more formal poetic response to the argument or ideas raised in another poem.

Happy writing!

The Other Road not taken!

Remembering two roads in the yellow wood
where I had stopped to think and rest
which to take, I had contemplated
and I chose the one I thought the best

thinking back to that decision 
I wonder if I had chosen right 
could`ve been a mystery destination,
somewhere wild or a relaxing sight

since I`ll never return to that yellow wood
sadly the other road will never know me
in my minds eye, I try to visualise
The Other Road not Taken and to let it be!

(C) Lissie Bull 2021

Springtime is here and my garden hums

with sounds from an army of bees

darting from each pink blossom flower 

collecting pollen for their families

(C) Lissies Bull 2021

Day 22 National Poetry Writing Month 2021

Prompt - write a poem that invokes a specific object as a symbol of a particular time, era or place.

Nature`s Fridge

Holidays in Wales, great times were had by all
idyllic landscape around an old wooden hall
early each morning a trip to the little stream
to fetch the milk, butter and maybe some cream
for the stream was our fridge, keeping everything cool
it was quite a quirky system that we loved as a rule
taking turns to  visit the quaint part of nature
water flowing slowly past, is an unusual feature
not so pleasant to traipse outside for a treat
on a cold dark night, through wind or sleet!
the fridge in the stream created fab memories
to tell my kids about my childhood stories

(C) Lissie Bull 2021

Happy Earth Day!

Mother Earth sees All

Her eye is all seeing

you can not hide 

she watches over you

through all the seasons

from the winter snows

to the summer flowers

Mother Earth sees all

For she nurtures nature

as best she can

it saddens her to see

how you damage the land

and pollute the oceans

not always obvious, but

Mother Earth sees all

Trees for our benefit
the earth is good
with clear running water
there`s everything you need
but taken for granted
you destroy all that`s pure
Mother Earth sees all

With blue skies over head
sun on our backs
Mother Earth treats us well
an arc of protection
she offers all to you
so love one another

Mother Earth loves all

 © Lissie Bull 2021

Garden in Spring 

Blue skies dotted with fluffy white clouds

as the heat beats down,  summer yearns

a siren sounds in the distance

melting away, as peace returns

pink blossom on the apple tree now

red tulips swaying in the sun light

everything is starting to come alive

butterflies dart around, what a sight.

yawning,  my cat stretches out it`s legs

dozing in the warm afternoon sun

her attention taken, as a bee flies by

jumping around, she pounces, what fun!

as the sun slowly starts to dip down

the shadows lengthen across the ground

fresh cut grass scent drifts through the air

a haven of tranquility is found.

(C)  Lissie Bull 2021

Day 21  National Poetry Writing Month 2021

Prompt - based on the poem  Bucket List where the lines begin with either of two repetitive phrases.  Today you`re challenged to write a poem in this style.

Cat Snoozed ..

when the day was warm

cat snoozed in the sunshine

when the clouds formed

cat snoozed on her blanket

when her bowl was empty

cat snoozed by the fire

when the moon shone

cat snoozed soundly in her bed

when the angel came

cat snoozed by his feet

when her time came

cat snoozed on her heavenly cloud!

(C) Lissie Bull 2021

 

Mr Bumble Bee 

Loud buzzing  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..!!

(C) Lissie Bull 2020