Saturday, 31 December 2022


Ancient Twisted Tree

such an ancient tree
it`s bark so gnarled
spiralling upwards
each crevice rotating
to outspread branches
continually changing

standing so proud
after many years
amidst these gardens
through every season
dressed in moss
or bathed in sunlight

branches like fingers
pointing up to the sky
welcoming the weather
through each and every year
creating many homes
for nature`s creatures

as with great age
assistance is now needed
with sturdy supports
for sagging branches
this beautiful tree stands
a testament to nature!

(C) Lissie Bull 2022




Precious Secrets.

treasures held in secret
defended to the bitter end
protected from our enemies
who can we trust if not a friend?

discoloured through the years
though ancient words all faded
tainted by it`s mysteries
secured by dagger bladed

deception, spells and treachery
never to see the light of day
for these precious secrets
are now safely locked away

(C) Lissie Bull 2022

 



Happy New Year

as the clock strike 12, a new year starts
celebrations heard everywhere
fireworks light up the sky
auld land syne is sung
start new adventures
make memories
raise a glass
with friends
cheers

(C) Lissie Bull 2022

Wednesday, 28 December 2022

 




Snow before the Storm

Silence is broken
by the whisper of
soft sculptured snowflakes

as noise is muffled
under the slow tread
of feet across the ground

sky heavy with snow
hanging over the land
all quiet before the storm

with paw prints running
across the deep snow mounds
found under the hanging boughs

a hush has descended
over all this landscape
waiting for the storm to arrive

so as the sun sets
and the moon shines down
across this silent countryside !

© Lissie Bull 2022

 





As cold frost descends upon the world
December brings forth winter tide
snowflakes flutter from heaven
creating white  blanket
of soft powered snow
muffling all sound
silence felt
winter
calm

(c) Lissie Bull 2022

Tuesday, 27 December 2022

 

Tank Drive

walking up to this large solid hulk
an old remnant of times of war
climbing up the front to drive
gears, petals and levers
bounds over terrains
through icy mud
such great fun
birthday
treat

(C) Lissie Bull 2022


Monday, 26 December 2022

Playful Angels

 





Playful Angels

Oops my halo`s slipped again
I mustn`t take it off to play
maybe I shouldn`t remove it at all
angel`s duty is to stay and pray

I have a desire to skip and jump
hate being the silent helper too
want to sing and make daisy chains
why can`t I dance and play with you

the archangels calmly tell me off
they say I should be more demure
respectful of the old traditions
but making children smile is best for sure

I`m sorry if I get it all wrong
maybe one day I`ll be good and learn
but until then, we`ll  have some fun
please give me a chance, don`t be too stern!!

(c) Lissie Bull 2022

Sunday, 25 December 2022

  

January

As the old year finally closes
the door to a new one opens
creaking softly as we step through

moving forward with a smile
let the old one slip away
and experience whats offered a see

with new opportunities
that can lead to success
the choices are up to you!

(C) Lissie Bull 2022

Saturday, 24 December 2022

       





   Christmas Eve
                                                                  
    On Christmas Eve, 
   the reindeer fly
    pulling Santa 
    across the sky

    sprinkled star dust
      to guide the sleigh
     and help them all 
    along their way

© Lissie Bull 2022

  


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 !



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 2022

Thursday, 22 December 2022

Swans are graceful and very beautiful birds,  pairing up for life  elegantly swimming across the lakes.





Sleeping Swan

On a crisp sunny morning
just as the mist clears away
a sleepy swan slowly wakes
marking the start of her day

enveloped in her white wings
protected from the cold night
an orange beak peeping through
this bird is an awesome sight

a black beady eye watches
so aware of life around
waiting for the time to swim
as she moves without a sound

raising her head to the sky
stretching her wings out wide
slipping into the waters
no more need to sleep and hide

© Lissie Bull 2022





Solitude

Through the silence I walk
the gentle crunch under my feet
muffled noises all around
as I spy a dim lit seat

for under the park light
a snow covered bench is seen
though cold, it`s quiet inviting
a white throne for a queen

all around is darkness
as this seat sits in a pool of light
crisp foot prints near by
creating a wondrous sight

this scene so fit for royalty
invites me to come and rest a while
though cold, it`s peaceful here
distant light gives it an eerie smile

leaving my foot prints behind me
I accept the sweet invitation
solitude and quietness
love this wondrous temptation


Inspired by a photo " Solitude" by Valentin GI on DeviantArt

© Lis Bull 2022

  


Our Christmas

celebrating this  Christmas season
happiness felt throughout each house
roast turkey and glass of wine
inquisitive children
secrets everywhere
treats and laughter
merriment
joyful
time
🎄


(c) Lissie Bull 2022


Wednesday, 21 December 2022

 


Winter time, though bleak and cold, is still a wonderful season, creating awesome scenery for all to enjoy.





Wintry Forest

silently snow falls from the heavens
gently blanketing the landscape below
softly muffling the sounds of nature
countryside wrapped up in the snow

the more it falls the whiter the land
each snowflake, unique in its own way
feathered effects falling through the air
light to the touch, yet wanting to play

high up in the fir tree canopy
through the light snow descending there
each little pine needle is covered
wrapped up snugly from the cold air.

all throughout the ancient forest
snow muffles sounds everywhere 
but under the great boughs all is bare
silence of nature no sound in the air

as the landscape sleeps under the snow
all protected from the wind and cold
winter amongst these wonderful trees
is such an awesome sight to behold

© Lis Bull 2022

Monday, 19 December 2022



My Christmas Wish...

I have a special wish this year
and it simply involves just you
to have a cuddle in your arms
would be my dream come true

to sit and chat in our quiet space
and share a cup of coffee and treat
to laugh and joke and share a kiss
under mistletoe, would be sweet

I always meet you in my dreams
we stroll together hand in hand
reminiscing all we`ve shared
until I cross back to the living land

in my heart I`ll hold on to my wish
we`ll share a glass and raise a cheer
and celebrate the festive season
I hope my wish comes true next year

(c) Lissie Bull 2022

Saturday, 17 December 2022




Little Rudolph

It`s Christmas Eve up in the North Pole 
as Santa is loading up his sleigh
the Elves are larking around
a little reindeer waits
Rudolph  is to  lead
tonight`s the night
he`ll fly high
Christmas 
Eve

(C) Lissie Bull 2022



Friday, 16 December 2022


Wishing you all a wonderful Christmas

🎅🎄🦌




 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!

(c) Lissie Bull 2022



Christmas Morn

great excitement felt throughout the house
had Father  Christmas been last night
wow!  gifts are under the tree
loud laughter fills the house
used wrapping paper
covers the floor
happy  kids
Christmas
morn!

(C) Lissie Bull 2022



Snow

landscape carpeted in soft white snow
muffled in silence all around
gentle crunch heard underfoot
kids in scarves, mitts and hats
snowmen standing tall
happy children
snowball fun
winter
snow

(C) Lissie Bull 2022




Wednesday, 14 December 2022

Enjoyed writing this name verse for such a sweet little cat.

 

   

Sooty

Stray that came in from the cold and stayed
Outstanding companion and best friend
Out of the world hamper basket tester
Treats mummy to live mice and birds
Yes to a bit of sunbathing, affection and cuddles.

(C) Lissie Bull 2022