Cheeky Monkey

Swinging through the tree tops

picking fruit along the way

the jungle is his larder

something different everyday

hanging by his tail, he laughs

playing tricks on everyone

this cheeky little monkey

all he wants is to have some fun!

(c) Lissie Bull 2023

Gloucester

Gloucester is full of quirky historical interests
Largest East stained glass window installed in 1350
Oldest medieval library in Britain found in Blackfriars Priory
Upton Street, Glevum Toys sold all over the world
Cable Television was first received in 1950
Established home to the Rugby`s "Cherry and Whites"
S.J. Moreland & Sons produces the famous Glory matches
Tailor of Gloucester written by Beatrix Potter
Extraordinary Doomsday Book was planned here
Regal Coronation of King Henry 111

(C) Lissie`s Poems 2023

Steel Dinosaurs

Seen against a sunset back drop

standing tall above the harbour

dinosaurs from a bygone era

reflected in these rippling waters

cold hard steel dark against the sky

like robots working the cargoes

of the great tall wooden ships

that sailed the world's seven seas!

this industrial area

stands as a testimony to time

of health, wealth and prosperity

this place was once a mighty town

© Lissie Bull 2023

Bristol Museum collection 

 

Maidstone

Maidstone is the largest town in Kent

Ambience of the old town can still be found

Iguanodon on the town`s Coat of Arms

Doomsday Book noted only 54 dwellings 

Saxon settlement once owned by Archbishop of Canterbury

Twinned with Beauvais in Picardy, France

Over 5000 gallons of gin were once distilled each week

Named several times in Ian Fleming`s Moonraker

Elephants Gert and Daisy were loved by the town`s people

(C) Lissie Bull 2023

Life of Cats

Cats are independent

determined and bold

going where they want to

whether young and old

sleep in unusual places

boxes, laps, a window sill

tail up high as they pass by

demanding attention at will

dirty prints across the desk

leaving small gift of a mouse

chasing toys around the room

this is life for cats in our house

(C) Lissie Bull 2023

 

   

Chester

Chester was voted the most beautiful town

Has the most completed town walls in England

Edgar`s Field has a rock carves Roman shrine

Silver and gold were once assayed here

The Rows are covered walkways unique to Chester

Eastgate Clock only has faces on three sides

Racecourse¬The Roodee` oldest in Britain

(C) Lissie`s Poems  2023

 

   Thank You

   This is just to say thank yo
   Happy to call you my friend
   Always up for a challenge
   Never a dull moment
   Knowing you've got my back

   Yesterday, today, tomorrow
   Our friendship is the best
   Unique in every way

     © Lissie Bull 2023

         Cambridge
Cambridge University founded in 1209
Academic excellence, 89 Nobel prizes
Mathematical Bridge an amazing feat
Bridge of Sign over the River Cam
Rock band Pink Floyd has close connections
Is home to famous Footlights troupe
Diverse population throughout the city
Grantabridge was original name in Middle ages

Evidence of prehistoric settlements 

                                                                                (C) Lissie Bull 2023

 

 

Dawn over Harray

Low sunrise over a wintry landscape

bringing light to the start of a new day

turning the dark sky into a vivid blue

as nature comes to life over Loch Harray

sunlight causing fog to slowly evaporate

yet the shore stays frosty, crisp and cold

clouds still swirling over on the far side

an unchanging scene from times of old

as the sun lifts higher, shadows change

creating patterns along the loch`s shoreline

watching the water`s surface shimmer

while the day enjoy the new sunshine

Loch Harray, seen in peaceful beauty

across these amazing panoramic views

with an ever changing light through the day 

on this crisp wintry scene of different hues

(C) Lissie Bull 2023

photo taken by Martyn Bull

  

Saturday

after a stressful week, it feels good

to sleep in late and start relaxed

weekends are for having fun

for making new memories

spend time with family

go for long walks

glass of wine

film time

ahh

💜

(C) Lissie Bull 2023

  

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 2023

image found on Pinterest 

Edinburgh

Edinburgh

Energetic, vibrant, inspiring and captivating

Dun Eideann, Gaelic name for Edinburgh

Impressive castle build on an extinct volcano

National Museum of Scotland a must to visit

Biggest electric blanket in the world

Underneath South Bridge 29 vaults are found 

Royal Mile is not a mile or an official name 

Ghostly haunting are in great abundance

History is all around, even under your feet! 

(C) Lissie Bull 2023

  

Stormy times ahead

Stormy times ahead so...
batten down the hatches
stock up the cupboards
then seal all the latches
cold winds blowing
snow is coming
hard rain lashing
stormy times ahead

block up the doorways
check all windows as well
logs ready for the fire
this`ll be the storm from hell
windows rattling
snow is pitching
rivers swirling
stormy times ahead

huddled near the fire place
winds howling all around
settled in for the duration
as the storm hits the ground
winds so freezing
snow now falling
fireside blazing
Stormy times are here !

© Lissie Bull 2023

Troubled times and stormy weather have the feeling they go together, ooops that sounds like the start of another poem !!,  Some times a storm clears more than tension in the atmosphere  this poem was one of those times.

Heart`s Storm

The rain is pounding on my window pane

beating out the sad tune in my head

for nothing can be said or done

can not change this feeling of dread

drops of rain running down my window

like the stream of tear I`m crying now

wondering what`s happening to me

to end this storm, please tell me how

darkened skies like the blackness I feel

gives a sensation of decaying

turning rotten from deep within me

I`m left here bewildered and praying

can this pain subside, start to heal?

will the rot cease to eat away my heart?

just like the storm, only time will tell

as it rumbles on, tearing the sky apart

© Lissie Bull 2024

image found on mothersheritage

 

Eurasian Lynx

These amazing agile creatures

camouflaged, they go un-noticed

short body, long legs and large feet

they remain totally focused

distinctive black tuft tip their ears

hunt using both hearing and sight

they quietly stalk, watch and pounce 

sleeping by day, and active by night

widest ranging feline in the world

Europe`s  mysterious cats

jumping up two metres to cat a bird

these are fabulous acrobats

silent beauties in sheer motion

crafting the skills through twilight

on the lookout for their next kill

hunting the woods by moonlight

(C) Lissie`s Poems 2023

photo taken at Wild Place Bristol

 

Walkies in the Rain

Racing around the park

paws splashing in puddles

sunshine and showers

with rainbows all ablaze

jumping in the lake

all through the afternoon

as you chase the ducks

in and out the waters

your fur dripping wet

all the fun and games 

as the sun comes out

feeling warmth on your face

watching you shake

shake all the rain from your fur

twisting and turning

spraying rain drops

in different directions

baring your teeth n a grin

and your soak me too!

love our walkies in the rain

© Lissie Bull 2023

image from Dogs and found on DeviantArt

 

Love walking along a beach and let the imagination free....

Pebbles and Souls

Pebbles strewn across the beach

scattered around by the high tide

where they`re tossed about by oceans

travelling in waters far and wide

those pebbles are just like our souls

buffered by our swirling emotion

constantly exploring the world

this roller-coaster in motion

with the waters shaping the souls

as it shapes these many pebbles

some times they`re marooned in one place

others, crashing around like rebels

for every pebble is different

like the many souls set a drift

only time will tell when they settle

then love will give them that lift

so as you walk along the beach

and spy a pebble laying there

remember to handle carefully

a soul is drifting on a prayer!

© Lissie Bull 2023

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

 

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

© Lissie Bull 2023

image found on aboutanimals.com

 

Life`s Road

We walked along life`s road awhile

shared all it`s twists and turns

helped each other in times of need

then sat and watched the sunset

before saying our goodbyes....!

© Lissie Bull 2023
Image found on chrishirshy.com

Painting pictures with words from my heart

colouring them with emotions 

images found in my nightly dreams

setting me adrift on life`s oceans

© Lissie Bull 2023

 

 

Bristol

Beautiful West Country city

River Avon flows through to the harbour

Iconic suspension bridge by Brunel

SS Great Britain moored where she was built

Take to the skies at the Balloon Fiesta

Oldest Zoo in the world outside a capital

Local heroes Wallis and Gromit are Bristolian

(C) Lissie Bull 2023