I love walking along the beach and seeing what it has deposited along the tide line.  The sounds of the water as it ebbs and flows constantly.  Breathing, living and liking the fact that it will always be there.

Watching the sea

Watching the sea, ebb and flow

roaring in, flooding out

almost breathing

repeatedly

never stopping, always moving

roaring in, flowing out

wave after wave

constantly

depositing all its gifts

rushing in, receding back

along the shore line

endlessly

watching the ocean murmur

crashing in, rumbling out

forever moving

unceasingly.

© Lissie`s Poems 2025

 

Red Fur

A glimpse of red fur in the night

bright flash of eyes can be seen

then a streak of white tipped tail

just shows where it has been

there`s silence in the suburbs

though they scurry all about

scrambling through the rubbish

searching for food with their snout

only seen in dim street lights

as they're scurrying around

their pups following along

glad they`re not chased by hound

able to blend into the night

foxes are resilient

alert in an urban world

these creatures are brilliant!

© Lissie's Poems  2025

Little Miss Red

Little Miss Red

got up out of bed

to go and visit her gran

picked up her coat

and a five pound note

runs out of her caravan

through the dark wood

dressed in her red hood

her basket on her arm

feels someone is there

sees a wolf, what a scare !

but she`d never come to harm

for in her pocket

found next to her Locket

she carries a small pistol 

if he comes too near

he can join big brown bear

sweeping the streets of Bristol !

so off she skips

a smile on her lips

can`t wait to see her Grandmother

she`ll have such fun

playing out in the sun

best place to be through the summer  !

© Lissie's Poems 2025

Image found on pinterest

 

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`s Poems 2025

 

Beach in the Sky

Rippling clouds reflecting the  beach
seen so clear, yet far out of reach
undulating patterns appear to fly
flowing freely across the sky
creating one spectacular show
as the waters ebb and flow below
so while the sun dips out of sight
these clouds dissolve into the night

(c)  Lissie`s Poems 2025

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 2025

 

Love Stone Stack

Walking on the beach in summer

I'm thinking of you, my love

since the Angels came and took you

to be with them up above

I look for flat stones in the sand

ones shaped by the ocean

pale pinks and blues are best

smoothed by the water's motion

then looking for a quiet spot

to share our memories

I place one on top another

to the sea`s melodies

each stone representing a year

that we spent together

every summer I make this stack

to hold your love for ever

Memories help keep the love alive..!

© Lissie`s Poems 2025

A Glisk of Movement

while walking through a quiet woodland

strolling amongst the ancient trees

soft crunch of leaves under foot

followed by a glisk of wing

an owl was disturbed

feathers near bark

then silence

just trees

peace

🌳

(c) Lissie Bull 2025

photo by Country Life

 

Summer

drifting across an ocean high
fluffy cotton shrouds
like rippling white waves
bobbing close by
to an orb so warm
shining so strong
casting shadows that reflect
the light of the heavens

© Lissie Bull 2025

Pure Tranquility

Light transforms
this atmosphere
for relaxation
soft lapping tide
stillness of the day
peace, tranquility

Silence of time
floating on by
with a gentle breeze
calming the soul
through the slow movement
of ebbing waters

Undulating motions
of rippling oceans
flows continuously
gently reassuring
through changing skies
shimmering above

Such heart felt love
nurtured tenderly
in this peaceful place
where time stands still
as the soul sings
for this cherished moment.


© Lissie`s Poems 2025

Rhythms of Life

Ebb and flow of Mother Nature

soothing the inner emotions

calming each soul it touches

slow down, relax

take in nature`s beauty

listen to earth`s heart beat

learn the rhythms of life

feel it`s healing power

(C) Lissie`s Poems

inspire by my good friend Danny

 Dandelion

with feathered pompom laden head

standing tall amongst the grasses

beautifully unique in design

swaying gentle on a summer breeze

waiting of the exact moment

to set its seeds on fanciful flight

alliwing them to conquer new lands 

the life of a Dandelion is planned

(c) Lissie's Poems 2025

Our Special Day

I can`t believe 
how long it`s been
since that amazing day
forty two years
to be exact
standing by your side

knowing that I`d
made the right choice

locking eyes together

and saying our vows
you smiled at me
and suddenly I'm floating
happy to be with you
as we walk down the aisle
and out of the church
husband and wife!

so on this day
forty two years later
looking at your photo
I want to wish you
a happy anniversary
my soulmate, my husband

© Lissie Bull 2025

Love and miss you always Steve

x 💕 x