Sunday, 31 March 2024



 Spring is in the Air!

Look to the future
smile and you will see
that every is waking up
and life is full of glee

winter time is over
there's so much to be done
be out in the sun shine
smile and have some fun

joy to behold again
children's laughter is heard
they're racing round the garden
chasing butterflies, how absurd!

skipping through the grasses
splashing in the puddles
cats prowling and dogs barking
we're smiling cos mum's in a muddle!

sunshine in their eyes
a spring in their pace
full of the joys of spring
bright smile upon their face

the thrills of the season
will bring you loads of fun
with laughter and sunshine
peace and love to everyone!

(C) Lissie`s Poems
4th April 2011

Saturday, 30 March 2024

Proud to call her Mother!

My mother was one of the best
she really took good care of me
always had a smile to share
a plaster when I scrapped my knee

she woke me up in the mornings
gave a big hug last thing at night
let me learn through my mistakes
and her advice was always right

enjoyed the help she gave me then
and miss her wisdom now she`s gone
problem shared, was a problem halved
was the best advice she passed on

taking in all she has told me
I understand motherhood much more
the joys of passing on her love
has helped me cope better, for sure!

I miss sharing a cuppa with her
after a long arduous time through traffic
walking around the garden together
discussing the latest topic

Mother, you were one of the best
I`m proud the celebrate this day
giving thanks for all you`ve done
loving you more each and every way!

(C) Lissie`s Poems 2024



Friday, 29 March 2024










Chutterley

Charismatic cat of our neighbourhood
Happy to snuggle up on a lap for a cuddle
Usually out and about checking her territory
Taken to soaking up the afternoon sunshine
Tree climbing,  chasing toys, padding soft jumpers
Exterminator of mice and presenting them to dad
Rumbustious, playful and loves being smoothed
Long fluffy black coat, that needs lots of grooming
Ever a huge part of our family, loved by us all
Yawning widely before curling up on clean linen

(C) Lissie`s Poem 2024

 





Easter Egg Hunt

Easter eggs wrapped up in foil
shiny, colourful and bright
secretly hidden for you to find
tucked away out of sight

so off you go and hunt for them
see how many can be found
collect all them in a basket
then share the eggs all around !

© Lissie Poems 2024

Tuesday, 26 March 2024


Written in English and Irish.








Spring

Spring only arrives
when the cherry trees blossom
turning our world pink
so, bringing joy to our hearts
bright laughter heard all around

(c) Lissie`s Poems 2024


An tEarrach

Ní thagann an t-earrach ach
nuair a bhláthaíonn na crainn silíní
ag casadh ár saol bándearg
mar sin, ag tabhairt áthas dár gcroí
gáire geal le cloisteáil timpeall

Sunday, 24 March 2024

 














Glasgow

Gaelic name Ghlaschu means "Dear Green Place"
Largest city in Scotland and 4th in United kingdom
A ship building mega on the Clyde from 15th Century
Striking `Glasgow Tower` stand 417 feet tall
Glasgow was founded in 6th Century
Oldest tree stumps are found in "Fossil Grove"
Wondrous underground railway named The Clockwork Orange

(X) Lissie`s Poems 2024

Friday, 22 March 2024

 






Pink Snow

pink snow falling softly
hovering slowly in the air
silently drifting to the ground
covering all with out a care

with soft sweet scent about
filling the atmosphere
Mother natures is stirring
spring time must be here

bees buzzing amongst flowers
collecting nectar for their hive
as the air is filled with pollen
everything feels so alive

for spring, glorious spring
has arrived at last
pink snow followed by fruit
nature is full of contrast

© Lissie`s Poems 2024














Bournemouth

Beautifully kept beach, seven miles of gorgeous golden sands
Oceanarium, fun filled experience from reef sharks to feeding turtles
Ultimate experience and great views from the Bournemouth Big Wheel
Reputation as a health resort and one of the sunny spots in the UK
New Forest, is an outstanding area to roam and explore among the ponies
Every year over 750,000 ice creams of many different flavours are sold
Most loved colourful beach huts along the sea front are highly prized
Old Harry Rocks, chalky headland stretching out into the sea
Used to be barren heathland for pirate smugglers until the 19th century
Thanks to its consistent waves and sandy beach, it`s a great place to surf
Hundred and fifty years old pier with great entertainment and sea views

(C) Lissie`s Poems 2024

Tuesday, 19 March 2024

 



Life is full of many balloons
floating freely through nature
brightly coloured in the sun
each one we should treasure

® Lissie`s Poems  2024

Monday, 18 March 2024


 Thank you

A huge thank you to a special friend
who went out of their way to help
such a struggling neighbour
in a caring kind way
good people exist
communities
together
helping
all

(c) Lissie's Poems 2024

Sunday, 17 March 2024

 



Moon

as the moon`s arc crosses the sky
surrounded by a million stars
ever travelling along its path
casting an eerie light over the earth
as onward through the heavens it goes....!

© Lissie Bull 2024

Saturday, 16 March 2024

 




Chivalrous knights 

This gallery of nobles
dressed in their finery
seated around the king
regal colours and ivory

knights dressed in armour
attendants ever ready
this tournament is set
atmosphere so heady

to win the great reward
young men to prove their worth
facing the king`s champion
this is their right since birth

the sounds of thunderous hooves
and mighty horses racing past
followed by clash of lances
their reactions need to be fast

defeated, the losers leave
the triumphant knights celebrate
with honours bestowed by the king
new champion they nominate

loud cheers of excited crowds
after the joust has been won
so let the feast commence
this kingdom will have some fun!


© Lissie`s Poems 2024
image found on rebellion.co.uk. 

Wednesday, 13 March 2024

 

Orkney Waters

found in the waters of the North Sea
an archipelago of islands of Orkney
full of mysteries and many traditions
from nature to modern technology

in the distance a cruise ship is moored
floating proud above the island
with holiday makers ready to explore
their invasion very close to hand

as the cormorant take to the sky
souring high over land and ocean
viewing the world through keen eyes
elegant beauty in powerful motion

while below, a cold steel cruise liner
remains afloat off in the distance
lucrative tourism for Orkney
wilderness verses human persistence 

(C) Lissie`s Poems 2024
image taken by Martyn Bull 2024

Tuesday, 12 March 2024

 





Fishing

With all your gear, bait, rods and waders
 off to the river bank you go
all set up, it`s time to cast
patience is what`s needed
will the fish respond?
watching the float
will they bite?
fishing
shh

🐟🐟🐟🐟

(c) Lissie Bull 2024

Sunday, 10 March 2024



Angel Mother

Thinking of you Mother
especially on this Sunday
though you have angel wings
we will walk together today

you gave me all I needed
love, kindness, wisdom, care
through every stage of my life
 you were always there

on this Mothering Sunday 
let`s celebrate with cheer
I love you my sweet angel
and miss you more each year!

(C) Lissie Bull 2024

Saturday, 9 March 2024

 



Where are you?

Feeling very alone in a world of people
there`s a glass wall surrounding me
where a partner was once, nothing remains
just an empty space, marooned upon a sea

there is only a ghost, a feeling, memories
photos of good times, where are you now?
family has moved on to live their own lives
how do I move on, I don`t have the knowhow

to smile, laugh or love again feels so wrong
you have your wings and freedom from pain
you're on my mind and in my heart every day 
but all I want is to hug you tightly once again

my love, my soulmate, where are you now?

(C) Lissie`s Poems  2024

Friday, 8 March 2024


Happy 64th Birthday Steve 

My dearest Steve

Always on my mind each day
 your laughter and cheeky smile
create many great memories
I`ve held onto all this while

 can`t believe how times pass by
each time I visit your grave
leaving flowers and a poem
I know I must remain brave

here to celebrate your birthday
I send love on an angel`s feather
remembering what we achieved
I can hold onto and treasure

(c)  Lissie Bull 2024

Monday, 4 March 2024

 


Peace

Sitting quietly in the light of dusk
I am totally at peace with myself
I feel free from the misery of the day
as night wraps me in his loving arms

while slowly the light of day fades 
sounds all around seem muted 
you`re there, I feel your presence
sit here beside me and hold me

sadly this is but a few quiet moments
to spend time together - in my minds eye, 
watching bright dancing stars above
as I feeling completely at peace tonight

(C) Lissie`s Poems 2024








Saturday, 2 March 2024



Jack and the Beanstalk

You`ve heard of "Jack and the Beanstalk"
I`m sorry to say he not really that kind
for Jack was a greedy and nasty man
who disliked everyone and spoke his mind

he went to market to sell the family cow
brought back some coloured magic bean
it grow into a very thick beanstalk
creating such a jaw dropping scene!

treasures were to be found at the top
including gold, silver and jewels galore
but sadly guarded by a fierce giant
stamping around with a great big roar!

so up Jack went to find his fortune
thinking of holidays, cars and glory
stuffing pockets with all he could see
maybe a wife but that`s another story

when back on the ground, he took an axe
with a great swing, he chopped down the bean
Jack took all his loot, popped it in the boot
and drove off into a distant sunnier scene 

(V) Lissie`s Bull  2024

Friday, 1 March 2024











Cuddles

Cuddling up with you my dear
Unique to all our needs
Diving into your loving arms
Don`t ever turn me away
Longing to hear your heart beat
Every cuddle`s so special
Snuggled up beside you..!

© Lissie Bull 2016





 Little jay

our sweet little tuxedo cat
basking in afternoon sun
watching buzzing bumble bees
planning some mischievous fun

totally relaxed under the apple tree
as it blossoms, scent filling the air
blue tits and butterflies fly by
as Jay chutters with 

snoozing in the warmth of spring
ruffled fur tummy all exposed
tail gently twitching in the breeze
what do you dream of, as you doze

sleep on sweet little tuxedo cat
under skies of clear bright blue
follow your dreams without a care
in the knowledge that we all love you!

(C) Lissie`s Poems 2024