Awaken

A gentle touch of sunlight
crept across and kisses my cheek
so soft I barely felt it
a soothing caress so meek

with loving murmurs in my ear
I'm told it`s time to wake
stirring slowly from my sleep
want this moment as a keepsake

I greet the sun with a smile
as I welcome in the morn
gently opening my eyes
my room is filled with the dawn

© Lissie's Poems 2024

 

Good Morning Mr Frog!

In a quiet spot down the garden

half submerged amid the weeds

a little green nose and bulbus eyes

peeping through the tall reeds

patiently, he sits and watches

all who come close by his home

this little silent amphibian 

from his patch, he doesn`t roam

dipping down below the surface

wonder where he`ll pop up again?

such a handsome little fella, Mr Frog

lording over his perfect domain.

(c) Lissie Bull 2024

Painted Skies

painting the world in gold and orange

black silhouettes depicted so clear

as the sun starts to descend on it`s night path

for the horizon`s ablaze from the red hot sphere

rippling waters mirrored across the sky

as elegant swans float over the surface

dark veiled clouds scattered above this great orb

a celestial star that has great purpose 

our giver of life force from the universe

that appears from the east and sets in the west

painting our world in wonderful colours

this majestic sun, we are so blessed!

© Lissie Bull 2024

image by LoisGriffinislove

 Those special little moments are always the best!

Precious moments....

ever had a moment

that took you by surprise

set your heart a beating

and opened up your eyes?

felt completely in awe

from such a wondrous sight

warm cosy feelings

when all snuggled up tight

love all these sensations

and to hear the laughter

puts a smile on your face

happy ever after!

© Lissie`s Poems 2024

 

                                                                                                        

The Flying Businessman

Pete the flying businessman

soaring through the skies

Paraffin Pete in his Cessna

every journey`s a surprise

living in Cirencester

giving life a positive call

working hard in Switchgears

instrumentations and all.

Pete has his claim to fame though

he schooled with our PM

learning with D Cameron

Wow!, are they buddies, then?

as Pete works hard and fast

his leisure time he needs

polo with its` chukkas

and pool, where he succeeds

Paraffin Pete, the flier

who always has a smile

say "Hi " if you meet him

our businessman with style.

© Lissie`s Poems 2024   🦸

    

Stormy Weather

with dark foreboding skies over head

the storm is not that far away

low black clouds rolling in

rumblings of thunder

rain is on the way

so take cover

by the fire

and stay

safe

🌧

(C) Lissie`s Poems 2024

Bombylius Major (Beefly)

This bee like insect

with stout hairy body

it`s long proboscis

seeking out some nectar 

hovers over flowers

 working hard to stay still

delicately veined wings

shimmering in the light

it`s ability to mimic

the humble bumble bee

is an amazing

feat of earth`s nature

with large compound eyes

helps it to see well

it`s long skinny legs

dangle while in flight

revealing that this bee

is a fly in disguise

  © Lissie`s Poems 2024

 

Mr Bumble Bee

Loud buzzings announces
there is a bumble bee about
visiting 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!

© Lissie's Poems 2024

17th anniversary of losing a wonderful husband, father, and soulmate.

Steve

I can not believe it`s been so many years

since you got your wings and flew away

know you`re watching over us from up above

wish we could have found away for you to stay

days can be so lonely without you here with me

 life is brightened by our children, I'm filled with pride

I need to feel you arms around me at this time 

day by day we walking hand in hand, side by side

so Steve, just know that you were very much loved

missed more since you were given your wings

I`ll raise a glass to all our wonderful memories

and a cheer to all the adventures that life brings

(C) Lissie`s Poems 2024

 

An anniversary poem

our special  friendship means so much 

to me  thank you for always  being  by 

my side  and supporting me every day 

we`re together  and your bright  smile 

greets me each and everyday we have 

been together on our journey through

life, you`ve lend me your shoulder to

cry  on and  your ear  to listen to all

my little problems I hope and pray

 I have been there  for you in your

 hours of  need. For we are a team

I have loved you all my life and

 will always continue to 

love you, for

you

are

the

only

one

for

me

you 

are 

my

sunshine

my best friend

and my soulmate, thank you

Happy Anniversary to my dearest love

                                                                   (C) Lissie`s Poems 2024

 

Eye in the sky

As darkness falls

with the setting sun

this blood red moon

can begin it`s run

so large and eerie

silent as it goes

caught in earth`s shadow

as onward it flows

© Lissie Bull 2024

Norfolk

Norfolk is a ceremonial county and pronounced as Nor-fok

Outstanding landscape, quaint villages and stunning coastline

Renowned Norfolk Broads, popular 125 miles of peat dug waterways 

Fish Fingers are believed to have been first created in this lovely area

Oldest woolly mammoth skeleton found, dating back 500,000 years.

Long established favourite Colman`s Mustard is based in Norwich 

Known for great diverse and picturesque landscape and coastland 

(C) Lissie`s poems 2024

 

     

      

  

 

Inverness

Inbhir Nis, "Mouth of the River Ness"

Notorious Jacobian prison in Old High Church

Venerable Cabinet, had only meeting outside London

Established in the 6th century 

Regarded as the capital of The Highlands

Newly made an official city from 2000

Episcopal Cathedral Church of Saint Andrew

Stronghold of the Picts under King Brude

Scotland`s most northerly city

(C) Lissie`s Poems 2024

  

Butterfly

painted paper wings fluttering by

delicately caught in the sunshine

shimmering of bright colours 

silent flight, seen not heard

magical nature

so elegant

butterflies

beauty

🦋

(C) Lissie Bull 2024

 

Tree Highways

 Paddington Station of the tree world 

with branches to all destinations

  spreading wide across the woodland

fillings our minds with aspirations

from strong, thick and sturdy branches

to small sidings at the end of the line

they are highways to see new places

that can be explored in the sunshine

(C) Lissie Bull 2024

 

I wrote this poem, many years ago, while sat in the lobby of The Gilmore in Memphis.  

A friend had talked about rainbows and that it would be a great subject to write a poem on.. it was so cool and peaceful sat there and I enjoyed the chance to write.

Rainbows

Kaleidoscope of many colours

stretching right across the sky

forever painted in our minds

here one moment, then vanished.....why?

red and orange start the pattern

so rich and strong for all to see

wonderful yellow follows next

echoing the sun so perfectly

green and blue, the colours of the earth

orbiting the bright hues of the sun

reminding me of the river of life

showing us that rainbows are fun

indigo and violet follow next

colours of peace and relaxation

complete this wonderful view

filling our hearts with elation

all seven colours hung on display

such a beautiful painting to see

vibrant colours of the rainbow

arched across the sky for you and me.

© Lissie`s Poems 2024

 

Medium of Nature

There are many different shades of green

signaling that summer in on her way

bumble bees buzzing among the flowers

sunshine warming up this month of May

wild fowl swimming across the wide lake

looks serene above, paddling like mad below

 coots, geese, swans and ducks a plenty

each one putting on an amazing show

excited children enjoying the play area

climbing, sliding, swinging up high happily

spotting the wildlife, feeding the pigeons

sunshine bringing out the whole family

(C) Lissie`s Poems 2024

 

Feathered Samurai 

This stunning kestrel watches all

missing nothing with his keen sight

chest puffed out with sheer pride

a coiled spring, all ready for flight

such an awesome bird to behold

he has the strength to over power

then bring down his enemy

this magnificent warrior

dressed so smartly in rustic red

head cap and wings a deep slate blue

dark beady eyes and sharp hooked beak

brings fear to all who come into view

with long sharp menacing talons

as his most striking feature

he`s mastered all that he surveys

this powerful cunning creature

tt`s a wonderful privilege

to watch him glide high in the sky

and to hear his call on the wind

as he dives down on his prey with flair

fly free with the wind dear kestrel

soar high above the countryside

smartly dressed in your fine colours

knowing your there, fills us with pride!

© Lissie`s  poems 2024

Image by FeatheredSamuraititles "Atlas"

Pets are amazing creatures and always there when we are low, unwell or just need some love.  My two cats Bubbles and Squeak just knew when to appear and cheer me up.  I wrote this poem a couple of years ago and though is would be good to share again as today they would of been 19 years old this year.  They were very much love and sadly missed 💔

Healing Cats

It  always amazes me, 

how cats just know our moods

 come and show us love

whenever we need it most

sad news or illness 

they are always nearby

warming up our laps, 

nuzzling us and purring

when we really need it most

they have this sixth sense

that homes in on our needs

and there like a shot

healing us with all their love

cats are amazing animals

they are there when it really counts

I adore my cats.....

© Lissie Bull 2023

 

Woodland

Dappled sunlight flickers through the branches

specks of dust and leaves floating in the breeze

a blanket of silence fills the forest air

broken only, as a startled deer flees.

the forest floor is carpeted in blue

as I slowly walk along the wooded way

birds and animals active all around me

never seen, but watching me as they play.

a set of wings fly silently passed me

as with elegance, the creature glides on

only the movement of air is left behind

before you know it, the spectacle is gone.

the sudden crack of a twig beneath my foot

sounds so loud amongst the woodland scene

it echoes around the many ancient trees

silence wrapping it up in forest green.

(c) Lissie`s Poems 2024

image by Chris Denney Pinterest