Notable tones of seasonal blues

Overtures of autumn times 

Visible breathe in darkened dawn  

Early evenings snug by the fireside

Mittens, scarves, coats and hats

Bitter cold starts and frosty nights

Explosive fireworks around a bonfire

Radiating the joys of autumn!

(C) Lissie Bull 2023

 

 Angry Storm

It`s one of those days today

the weather`s in a bad mood

such a big temper tantrum

so much damage has been viewed

winds lashing at everything

throwing items all around

whistling through the rafters

crashing trees across the ground

high seas thrashing at the coast

white tipped waves raging onward

smashing up against the land

and yet we won`t be conquered

roads and bridges have been closed

sand bags are all at the ready

this storm s getting pretty angry

we have to keep everything steady

this fiercely raging angry storm

battering us along the way

all frozen, soaked and tired too

a tempestuous kind of day

have to let this tantrum clear

for this turmoil will soon cease

then we`ll pick up the pieces

once over, we hope there`ll be peace

© Lissie`s Poems 2023

image from World news on Google

 

If ……

If hugs were flowers
I`d walk through a garden to meet you

If kisses were roses
I`d leap through a flowerbed to kiss you

If peace was like an ocean
I`d sail across it to find peace with you

If love fills my heart
I`ll fly to the moon to be by your side

(C) Lissie Bull 2023

Autumn to Winter 🍂

Autumns golden hues

red and orange and yellow

trees alight with bright colours

carpets of leaves covering the ground

being splashed around by

wellington booted children

clad in scarves, hat and mitts,

puffing clouds of steam

as they race around the park.

The trees are looking bare

now they`ve lost their summer coats

but here and there a holly tree

defiant in its green

squirrels red and grey alike

stocking up their larders

to see the winter through.

Darker now the evenings

and colder all around

people hurrying to get home

to warm their weary bones

The grass is crunchier underfoot

Jack Frost has danced around

he leaves the park all muffled

impressions of black and white.

winter has crept in

through the gap in Autumns door

and caught us all unaware

until it shouts BOO !!!!!!

© Lissie Bull 2023

    Hope your day has been filled with joy, smiles and happiness 😀

    

     Time for bed.....

        Good night, sweet dreams

        Wednesday is over

        Thursday is around the corner

        a new day to discover !!

                               © Lissie Bull 2023

Cotswolds

The largest Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the UK

Houses were typically made with honey coloured Oolithic Limestone

Even has a yew hedge over 300 years old and standing over 40 ft high

Cirencester is the capital of the area, with it`s sleek modern cathedral 

One drystone wall is as long as the Great Wall of China!

Traditional cheese rolling event down Coopers Hill in Birdlip

Stone circle dating back 5000 years and know as The Rollrite Stones

Word Cotswold,  derives from cot meaning sheep and wold meaning hill

Oldest pub in England found in Stow-on-the-Wold and dates from 947

Local sheep breed known as Cotswold Lion, once clothed most of England

During WW11, 2000 evacuees children from London were sent to Cirencester

Spectacular countryside full of gardens, woodlands and historical heritage.

(C) Lissie`s Poems 2023

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      sweet     

                aroma     

   warm invite  

         from the cold

   frozen winter

cold hands           

fire roaring

         curled up snug  

cuddling my cup      

       of hot coffee

all topped with cream

with sprinkles, so tasty 

nibbling  on  chocolate

in the warmth  of a fire

so shut out winter

wrapped up in a 

cosy blanket

with a crumbly cookie is

most welcome!

(C) Lissie Bull 2023

It`s a Cat`s Life 

Curled up sleepy on the sofa

taking no notice of anyone

dreaming of chasing playful mice

after a great day having fun

climbing trees while eyeing up birds

by the pond splashing for fish

but, best of all, racing around

a cat completing every wish

Stretching out slowly, then yawning

turning round to get more cosy

cat napping is quite an art form

future`s looking very rosy!

(C) Lissie`s Poems  2023

Shoreline

 blue skies reflected over the surface of the loch

gentle ripples undulate towards the shoreline

while fluffy white cotton clouds float in between

patterns across the waters under bright sunshine

along the edge between water and cobbled shore

are scattered stones in different shades of grey

like a no man's land, take care where you walk

such a beautiful calming scene on an autumn day

(C) Lissie`s poems 2023

photo taken by Martyn Bull

 

 

Treasured possessions in need of help
Holding memories for so many families

Experts on hand with their talent and care

Repairing broken objects brought to the barn

Eliminating people`s guilt and heartache 

Paintings, bikes, stereos, cots to Teddy Bears

Amazing stories connected to these treasures

Items lovingly brought back from their past

Repair Shop is where miracles happen

Smiles, tears of joy and plenty of laughter

Heirlooms to love for many years to come

Overseen by Jay,  putting everyone at ease

Precious mementoes from bygone years. 

(C)  Lissie`s Poems 2023

Derbyshire

Derbyshire, a county of rich, diverse heritage of spectacular beauty 

Extraordinary twisted spire of St Mary Church in Chesterfield

Royal Crown Derby,  famous for it`s exquisite porcelain

Blue John mineral, a semi precious gem stone,  unique to the county

Yeldersley is a handsome manor, mentioned in the Domesday Book

Stilton cheese only make in 3 counties of which Derbyshire is one

History shows the Brigantes let by a Celtic queen settled here first

Industrial Revolution, Sir Richard Arkwright built the 1st water powered mill

Radio Derby commissioned an anthem entitled "Our Derbyshire" in 2015

Enchanting Peak District, mountains, beauty spots and amazing views.

(C) Lissie`s Poems 2023

Elves

Energetic toy makers

Living at the North Pole

Very smart in green and red

Eager to make kids happy

Santa`s cheeky little helpers

(C) Lissie`s Poems 2023

Good Night

It`s been such a busy day

time for me to say good night

too tired to head off to bed

so I`ll rest here til morning light.

(C) Lissie`s Poems 2023

Myths and Legends of Orkney

Scapa Flow Curse

Back in the day, witches at play

the judges didn`t like what they saw

the hunt was on to find these witches

everyone had to follow the law

a woman was accused of witchcraft

and to find out if she was guilty

tied to a chair and dropped in the water

 witches float, innocents sink, you see

a witch she was declared and excecated

that my friend, was the end they believed

but it was not to be, as you will see

her sister was sad she`d  been deceived

she planned to avenge her sister`s death

according to legend, she cursed the water

it would bring bad luck to Scapa Flow

after her sister was led to the slaughter

through the years bad luck has been seen

from accidents, grounding and collisions

even the Royal Navy suffered too

was this a witch's curse or bad decisions?

(C) Lissie`s Poems 2023

 

Mister Snowman

shimmering snow across the landscape
Mister Snowman standing so proud
long striped scarf around his neck
bright coloured hat to wear
coal buttons and eyes
a carrot for nose
twigs for arms
snowman
smiles
⛄

(c) Lissie's Poems 2023

World Mental Health Day 2023

Depression

I have been told

I suffer from depression

mental health

they say,

emotional

unstable

well

that`s not me, I`m sure

just being a mother

can get you down

mental stress

more like it

exhaustion

memory loss

need

a little attention

when times are hard

a helping hand counts

mental friction

loss of confidence

need a new start

love and hugs

see

I've now got it sussed

a little help

goes such a long way

mental care

a kind gesture

relaxation

chilling time

so

we`re working together

(c) Lissie's Poems 2023

Waterfall

Down in the depths of the forest

From what seems to be the heavens

Water cascades down with such force

Moving mountains as it goes

Pouring gallons over the edge

Deep into the bowels of the earth

White foaming masses of volume

Thundering past the solid rocks

Covering the area with fine spray

Crashing into the waters below

Roaring, pouring

Bashing, crashing

Thunderous sounds

Never ceasing, always flowing

The waterfall just keeps on going

© Lis Bull 2023

image found on 123rf.com

Old Man of Hoy

The Old Man of Hoy stands majestic

looking our across the Atlantic Sea

this sea stack is four hundred years old

a stone figure standing tall and free

once joined to the sandstone headland

strata of coloured bands show it`s history

this red sea stack formed by erosion

still a much loved and enjoyed mystery

a pilots initiation test during the war

flying between the cliff and sea-stack

the gap was only sixty metres wide

was preparing them for enemy attack

this old man is popular with climbers

UK`s tallest, with breathtaking views

standing up to the fury of the weather

from sunny moments, and misty hues

Old Man of Hoy is eroding slowly

until beneath to waves he`ll slide under

this famous figure, that bring much joy!

till then we should cherish his wonder

(C) Lissies Poems 2023

image from Martyn Bull

 

New home...

Treat each other with respect

then you'll never feel regret

always be caring and kind

thus creating peace of mind

together you'll never be alone

this will make your flat a home !

(c) Lissie Bull 2023

Santa

Sounds of sleigh bells jingling across the sky
As Santa flies by with his reindeers
Naughty children had better behave

Time to sleep so Santa will visit

And in the morn there`ll be surprises galore!

(C) Lissies Poems 2023

Watching a blacksmith at work is amazing, and I am honoured to have had the chance.

The Blacksmith

Fire, steel, rivets and hammer

dust, noise, red hot metal

anvil, tongs and sheer power

the blacksmith has it all

forge fired up and ready

with tools all standing by

leather apron now in place

anticipation is high

arc of sparks from the grinder

flash across the workshop

powering on through the day

working hard until you drop

hammer clashes down on metal

an air of expectation

as slowly the piece is formed

stand back and see his creation

© Lissie Bull 2023