When life feels so overpowering, stressful and I feel so lost,  these are the things that can help me to survive!

A little piece of love

encouraging words

an shoulder to lean on

or a warm bright smile 

these help me to keep going

to wake up each morning

feel warmth on on our skin

know I can get through today

laughter, the best medicine

walk amongst colourful nature

uplifting music for the soul

and family to embrace me

when times appear hard

and there feels no hope

smile and know you're loved

you can get see light ahead

(C) Lissie`s Poems 2026

 

 

Moon

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

(c) Lissie Bull 2026

 

Springtime

Sunshine and daffodils

Pushing back the winter blues

Rejuvenating Mother Nature

Incredible colours burst into life

Nesting bird to scurrying mammals

Great to see Spring has arrived

(c) Lissie's Poems  2026

 

Special Mother

From one mother to another

though this mother be the daughter

our relationship is special

mixed with memories so sentimental 

helping our family to grow with care

creating tender moments to share

cherishing her within my heart

and we'll never find ourselves apart

 laugh, smile and love each other

and be wonderful mothers together!

(c) Lissie Bull 2026

 

To walk through nature in her spring colours makes me smile 😀 So today I'm sharing a smile with everyone and this poem that nature inspired 🌿

Best Spot in the Park

spotted in the park just the other day

perched high up a gnarled old tree

peeking out from his little hidden drey

a squirrel, so proud of all he can see

merging into the camouflaged bark

this high rised haven is his at last

he surveys everything across the park

planning his day as people stroll past

(C) Lissie`s Poems 2026

I have been writing poems to my husband for nearly 19 years, each one unique and personal.  I place each poem on his grave so let him know how much he`s missed 💗

Remembering all the amazing memories we created together 😀

                              

Today, I light a candle for you

to show you're never forgotten

not matter what this year brings

 you still watch over me everyday

though we may not walk together

you will always be in my heart

let's raise a glass to remember you

my dearest love and soulmate

(C) Lissie Bull 2026

Love and miss you always

xXx

  

 Tender Moments

Tender moments

a sweet scented aura

silent tranquility

with petals so soft

smooth cool pebbles

all dark and shiny

contrasting so well

with all that's around

restful colours

pleasant to the eye

calming the heart beat

so lightly calming

this tender moment

caressing the soul

harmony through nature

soothing stressed souls

© Lissies Poems 2026

I love standing on a beach, feeling the power of the ocean, listening to the crash of waves one land and sensing the wonder of nature. 

Feel of the sea

Standing on the edge of the ocean

feeling the power of all its motion

as each wave comes crashing in

thus feeling the salt touch my skin

thunderous waves tipped with sea foam

pounding the sands of this little holm

covering the beach as far as can be

then withdrawing back into the sea

shaping the shore line with each surge

where mighty ocean and land converge

daily tides with each ebb and flow

shells and pebbles left in the backflow

stand and listen to its crashing sounds

feel the sheer power as water pounds

each waves hits in different measures 

nature holds many amazing treasures

(c) Lissie's Poems 2026

  

Garden's Music

Gentle lyrical notes

dancing through the flowers

skipping over green grass

in and out of bright sunshine

filling my garden with sounds

(c) Lissie Bull 2026

  

Secretive Dragon

A bright flash of white enamel

swish from its powerful tail

red hot fire from the nostrils

glimpse of black and green scale

awesome strength it empowers

that you can`t underestimate

as it sits on its growing hoard

of gold it endeavors to accumulate

and then when you least expect it

this creature can easily sniff you out

from deep within its dark stone cave

it'll sense you anywhere, never doubt

whether you believe in them or not

I`m certsinlysure  they won`t mind

for there's always room for dragons

they hide in plain sight for you to find!

(C) Lissie`s Poems 2026

Love walking along a beach and let the imagination flow free like the ocean!

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 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`s Poems 2026

Memories help to keep love alive.

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 forever

© Lissie's Poems 2026

 

 Tick, Tock

quiet moment to contemplate

sat back and close one`s eyes

be still, breath in this silence

for timeout is always wise

a clock ticks away the hours

 relaxing rhythmic beat

calmness of a sleeping cat 

purring loudly upon a seat

distant melodies heard softly

as if from another world

strange and yet so soothing

 chords and tunes all swirled

time marches ever forward

as the clock continues to tick

a quiet moment is heavenly

best medicine and not a trick!

(C) Lissie's Poems 2026

Hello, I thought it would be good to introduce myself  

I`m Lissie, I`m based in Bristol, I have four grown up children and a little rescue cat called Jay. I live with my autistic daughter and we love going on adventurers by train together.  I worked in a bank, ran a parent and toddler group,made wedding dresses and became a campanologist.  Sadly I lost my husband, Steve, to cancer nearly 19 years ago, leaving me to bring up our four young children, sadly started to shut down and found communicating very hard until writing therapy was suggested. This unlocked a lot of emotions and helped me along the road to recovery.  I took up poetry again and found it opened up my world, I took up a creative writing course and even friends asked me to write for them, so I decided to start my little business and many years down the line, I`ve had some of my poems published in some anthologies and enjoy meeting people when I'm running my stall at different markets and have been lucky to work with children and met some amazing poets too.

I write poems that are personal, quirky and unique, I`m inspired by nature, emotions, events and people. Creating acrostic poems about customer`s names, pet and special places. I go walking and always take photos that I can use with my poems.  My ethos is painting pictures with words from the heart.

Along with my poetry, I have been knitting Friendship Bears for over 30 years (my children still have their own bears)  They are knitted in many different colours and each one has its own personality. 

I'm passionate about introducing others to poetry (poems don`t always have to rhyme) sharing my poems and making people smile.

I love what I do as it enables me to be there for my family, especially to support my autistic daughter. Thank you for reading about me and my little business 

Lissie x

 

Sundays

Lazy Sunday morning so peaceful

with hot coffee and the paper

while curled up on the sofa

gentle start to the day

cat curled up asleep

contemplating

relaxing

cuddle

day

(C)  Lissie's Poems 2026

Spring time in the meadows, with all the bright coloured flowers and long grasses....wonderful times ahead

Meadows

running through meadows
full of wild flowers
butterflies fluttering
in the sun for hours

flower heads bobbing
and grasses flowing
yellows, blues and reds
bright colours showing

sweet scent in the air
with bees buzzing round
there`s tranquility here
and nature abound

gentle breezes  blowing
there`s laughter in the air
running through the grasses
nature flourishes with flair

© Lissie`s Poems 202

Good morning  

Each single step counts, even if it appears insignificant at the time. Cherish those little moments—they might just lead to something bigger than you ever imagined! 😊

Be Curious

discover your surroundings
learn to overcome your fears
explore new opportunities
seek out new adventures
listen to those around you
start to feed your brain
create new memories
and release your inner spirit

(c) Lissie's Poems 2026

 Welcome to a new week, filled with new opportunities,  new adventures  and possibilities. Never be afraid to take that first step 😃✨️

 

Monday 

 

Magical start to the week

Opportunities for crafting

New horizons to reach for

Don't be afraid to be different 

Always remember to sparkle

You know you can succeed !

© Lissie's Poems 2026

Its certainly been a wet and windy start to  this year, but I've still managed to go for my walks.  This poem was inspired by seeing all the furry companions of fellow walkers sometimes enjoying the rain ☔️🐾

Walkies in the Rain

Racing around the park

paws splashing in puddles

sunshine and showers

with rainbows all ablaze

 in and out of the water

as you chase the ducks

your fur dripping wet

from all the fun and games 

watching you shaking fiercely

all the rain from your fur

twisting and turning

spraying rain drops

in different directions

making funny faces

as you soak me too!

love our walkies in the rain

© Lissie Bull 2026

image from Dogs and found on DeviantArt

Birthdays are usually happy events but this one gets to me each year.  My angel mother was a special person to me, loved her wisdom, sense of humour and the way she laughed.

Mum, enjoy your special day with dad up in heaven. 

Happy 93rd Birthday Mum ☕🍰💝

My Mum, my Angel

Just to say "I love you Mum"

would mean the world to me

but since the angels gave you wings

I`ll share my love through poetry 

popping round to have a chat

and share with you  a cup of coffee 

we`d sort out the world`s troubles

even though your quite a softie

I miss your love and wisdom

your kindness and caring manner

now your free from earthy stress

bet you're full of heavenly glamour

on this, your birthday mum, 

I`m sending all my love your way

wish I could share a coffee with you

as we celebrate your special day!

(c) Lissie Bull 2026

Painted by Hentry Freemantle  (my grandfather)

Happy Birthday Mum

love and miss you always 

🌹🌹

 

Little Spark

With a small jolt of emotion
found deep within the soul
like a spark of an ignition
if left, will burn a hole

so act upon this little flame
and trust your heart to know
for this small emotion
can help your happiness grow

© Lissie`s Poems 2026