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

An angel gave you wings 

To love you

To walk hand in hand 

across warm golden sand

never again to be a part 

to feel your touch so tender

as into your arms I surrender

and know you hold my heart

to always know you're there

a love for us to share

forever my sweetheart!

(c) Lissie's Poems 2026

 

    

Weapons to Rainbows

The air feels heavy

pressure pushing down

skies dark and foreboding

a storm is coming to town

there's a silence felt

like a pause in time

shrouding the whole area

muffling the clock chime

as the storm rolls in

day light disappears

thunder rumbles through

playing on inner fears

streaks of electricity

descend from the heavens

loud clashes of thunder

 like gods mighty weapons

rain lashes down hard

beating against the windows

we'll ride out this fierce storm

until we spy the rainbows

© Lissie Bull 2026

Image found on peacock-angel.org

 

Today is International Hedgehog Day

 

Hedgehog  

Little bundle of prickles

curled up tight in a ball

can`t see his tiny feet

nor his bright eyes at all

this tight little bundle

with thousands of spines

still looks such a cutie

masterful of all designs

keeping warm and safe

hiding amongst the worms

through winter he hibernates

until the warm weather returns

(c) Lissie Bull 2026

 

Your Heart

Listen to your heart

what do you hear

feel the joy within you

sweeping away the fear

dream big, don`t be afraid

step into the sunlight

be brave, be bold, be true

for your future is bright

(C) Lissie`s Poems  2026

 

Chill of the Ice

Touched by this cold winter`s grip

there's a chill across the landscapes

as patches of ice cover the lake surface

creating swirls, patterns and shapes

birds tentatively waddle on the lake

 wings flapping as they slide on by

then slip awkwardly into the water

squawking loudly, before they fly

(C) Lissies Poems 2026

  

Northern Lights

above a snow covered landscape

in darkened northern skies 

ghostly ribbons of bright lights

dance over head before our eyes

swirling, spiraling and twisting

a colourful display of nature

painting the sky in festive colours

great experience to treasure

an eerie silence across the land

as this spectacle continues

starting pale, reaching a crescendo

seen from many different venues

once in a life time experience

and on many peoples bucket list

mystical nature at its best

an event that`s not to be missed

(C) Lissie's Poems 2026

Wintry Moon

On a cold January evening

drifting slowly across the sky

as the day comes to an end

 this beautiful moon I spy

following along its orbit

this celestial sphere so bright

finds itself caught on a branch

and fills my garden with light

as the evening grows darker

this moon continues on it's way

now my garden's shrouded by night

as the land waits for another day

(C) Lissie`s Poems 2025

 

Family likeness is very strong

with their heads held high

proud to be related

strong straight necks

sharp eyes

pointed flashy tail

and the power house below

muscular leg with large paddles

allowing graceful movement above 

(C) Lissie's Poems 2025

Sharing Kindness

Poetry means a lot to me and over the years, being able to write has help me cope mentally and given me a lot of positivity and comfort.

I have always done the penny challenge, and along with the pennies, I record each positive event or feeling,  little triumphs.  I write them down, fold up each note and place in with the pennies.   At the end of the year, I count up my pennies which is great but I also read each note. It amazes me how many wonderful and positive things have happened throughout the year.  This helps me to start each new year on a positive note and more determined to make the most of what I have throughout the year.

Looking for positivity in our lives is so important, we need to see the good things, feel we are making a difference and that our lives are happy along with the people around us.  A little kindness goes a long way!

I heard of a little girl who couldn`t have her birthday party during one of the lockdowns. She wouldn`t be able to celebrate with her friends and extended family. So a neighbour put out a plea for people to send her some birthday cards.  I contacted them and offered to write her a poem. After learning a little about the birthday girl`s likes, I wrote a Birthday poem and along with a card, happily sent it to her.  It was lovely to know that I had shared a little kindness with someone affected by the lockdown.  It was lovely to see a photo of all her cards and in amongst them was the little poem I wrote.

Small gestures can make all the difference to people in times of need or comfort.  Little acts of kindness fill hearts with joy knowing they are thought of when it`s most needed.

In a few places, people have been leaving little bags with gifts tied to posts, fences or doors for people to find and use or pass on to someone who would benefit from one.  Acts like this are not yelled about from the rooftops but quietly left to be found and appreciated.  The givers doesn`t want thanks, just to know they made someone happy.

So let`s share some kindness, however small it is and make someone happy.  

Virtual hugs  🤗

Lissie 

 

January brings..

New beginnings, new hopes

turn the page on the next chapter

opportunities and adventures

be positive and follow your heart

a time to try something new

maybe not a resolution but a goal

challenge the next twelve months

be happy, put your best foot forward

always look to the future

but remember where you`ve come from

be proud of what you have achieved

smile bright and hold your head up high

here`s to a wonderful 2026

there is so much for you to explore

so let`s march into great success

for this is going to be your best year yet

(C) Lissie`s Poems 2026

 

I remember visiting Bristol Zoo Porject with my daughter. It was wonderful to see all the many different animals and we especially enjoyed  seeing the Red Pandas out in their enclosure.  I was inspired to write some poetry and ended up writing these poems in three different styles.

Red Panda

Cute little fiery red creature

that looks like a miniature bear

who climbs up high in the trees

brushy tail for warmth in their lair

named well before todays Panda

have false thumbs to help climb trees

vegetarian carnivals - it`s weird

only eating bamboo, ants and bees

their red fur with white patches

helps to blend with lichen and moss

as they enjoy life high in the fir trees

showing the world who`s the boss

originally from temperate forests

most active late evenings and night

twittering calls as the play and hunt

Red Pandas are a beautiful sight!

(C) Lissies Poems 2022

Red Panda

Red furred mammal

Endangered but so loved

Demandingly territorial

Panda in name only 

Active evenings and nights

Noted for being a solitary bear

Display great ability to climb

Always a beauty to behold!

(C) Lissies Poems 2022

Red Pandas

these creatures of majestic beauty

all dressed in thick red fiery fur

cute faces and bushy tails

climbing high in the trees

twittering calls made

cosy warm nests

marvelous

Firefox

Red

(C) Lissies Poems 2022

 

Silence in the Snow

On a cold winter's evening

silence hangs in the air

footprints spied in the snow

are they by deer or a hare

winter has arrived in style

covering everything in sight

with a thick white blanket

a blue hue glowing by night

snow covers all the landscape

creating eerie shapes around

under a beautiful wolf moon

stillness felt, there's not a sound

(C) Lissie's Poems 2026

Just for a bit of fun after being challenges by my daughter 

Christmas Eve 

Silence throughout the house 

a stillness is felt everywhere

muffled sounds emit from outside

all is blanketed in white with care

gentle purrs heard from the sofa

 little cat dreams of Christmas treats

and the children`s visions of gifts

snuggled under thick warm sheets

in the distance jingle bells are heard

there is a feeling someone will call

a sense  of great mystery and magic

travelling along through nightfall

then a clatter is heard from above

as our cheery visitor comes into land

many hooves stamping in the snow 

this character holds a sack in his hand

then into the darkness of the building

tip-toeing through all of the rooms

checking everything that`s in sight

filling the sack with their heirlooms

a short time later, he back on the roof

telling all the reindeer it`s time to go

on to the next house, it`s a busy night

onward and upward through the snow

so if you heard noises from up above

stamping around in the dark night

don`t want uninvited characters here

check all your doors are locked up tight!

(C) Lissie`s Poems 2025

Wishing you all a year filled with happiness, joy and success. May this year bring new opportunities and endless possibilities while creating many new memories 🥳🎉✨️

Happy New Year

as the clock strike 12, a new year starts

celebrations heard everywhere

fireworks light up the sky

auld land syne is sung

start new adventures

make memories

raise a glass

with friends

cheers

(C) Lissies Poems 2026