On this day each year my family and I remember Steve, my husband, who recieved his wings and found peace.  I always write a poem from my heart and leave it on his grave. Its 19 years today

Dearest Steve 

On this emotional spring morning

I feel your presence deep in my heart

though you have been given your wings

I know our love together will never part

Can't believe where the years have gone

fighting back the tears on this sad day

once you were by my side, now I am alone

although our children are never far away

time has not changed my feelings for you 

yet as I grow older, my love is still strong

visiting your grave with flowers and a poem 

you're always in my heart, where you belong

(C) Lis Bull 2026

This is an acrostic poem written for a lovely  Italian lady who loves to crochet and cook.

Teresa

The queen of writ and laughter

Energetic crocheter, ready with her hook

Regularly found cooking up a treat 

Ever the life and soul of the party

Sitting in her garden for coffee and a chat

An Italian full of class and style

(C) Lissie Bull 2026

Mental Health Awareness Week

11th to 17th May 2026

Mental Health is not always visable to people, but affects so many, some suffering in silence. It's a tough world out there. 

So a kind word, a smile, sharing a coffee and a chat, a moment of calm can really help.  

For me, poetry helps, being able to express my feelings with pen and paper. 

Sending positive and living vibes to you all

Lissie x

Depression

I have been told
I suffer from depression
mental health
they say,
emotional
unstable
well....
that`s not me, I`m sure

just being a mother
can get you down
mental stress
more like it
exhaustion
memory loss
need....
a little attention

when times are hard
a helping hand counts
mental friction
loss of confidence
need a new start
love and hugs
see....
I've now got it sussed

a little help
goes such a long way
mental care
a kind gesture
relaxation
chilling time
so...
we`re working together

© Lissies Poems 2026

 

Whispers

Listen to the whispers,

the whispers from your heart

for they will set you free

telling your soul softly

not to be afraid to walk your path....

open your eyes and see the light

that shines brightly from your inner self, 

so never fear the whispers 

from your heart

© Lissies Poems 2026

Just wanted to say a big thank you to everyone who has visited, comments and support me along my      journey. In April, I had over 61,000 views. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, I hope you can accompany me along the next part of my journey.

Thank you 

Lissie

   

   This is just to say thank you
   Happy to call you my friend
   Always up for a challenge
   Never a dull moment
   Knowing you've got my back

   Yesterday, today, tomorrow
   Our friendship is the best
   Unique in every way

     © Lissie Bull 2026

I love seeing these cheeky little characters playing while i`m out on my walks. They love to dash around, have so mucj fun!

Bold Squirrel 

Flashing his large fluffy tail

while scurrying across the grass

darting in different directions

he`s confident and bold as brass

 park`s most quirky character 

creature of distinction, in control

dashing towards the tree line

where he`ll locate his bolt hole

running quickly up a tree bark

with strong needle-like nails

allows him to run in all directions

his agility never fails

cheeky squirrel in his element

showing off to everyone

fast, efficient and intelligent

yet he thrives on having fun!

(C) Lissie bull 2026

 

Love Spring, when nature wakes up after its winter hibernation. Filling the garden and countryside in bright and fragrant flowers 

Pixie Pink

small bright velvet pink petals

shimmering in the afternoon sun

bobbing about in a gentle breeze

like cheeky pixies having fun

proudly growing by a brick wall

amongst the fronds of a green fern 

attracting buzzing bumble bees

as they visit every flower in turn

 scent floats on the gentle breeze

as the sunshine warms the air

nature is full of wondrous magic

as each flower smiles with flair

(C) Lissie`s Poems 2026

Hop to it

skip to it

jump up and down

fire it up

and let it fly

smile - don't frown

if you're feeling really blue

then stand on your head

don't let the world control

instead, let's just rock it!

(C)Lissie's Poems 2026

                                        

Language of Words

Burn sentences so they turn to dust

take each letter and cleanse the poetry I write

Let the blind see what the deaf can not hear

spurring on the lime to win the fight

So mix and spin the language of passion

creating pictures from deep within the mind

Spoken or written, let all the words flow

capturing them within the soul for us to find

© Lissie's Poems 2026

I came across this story from 17 years ago and found it fascinating that a cat and bear could become great friends.  This inspired me to write this little poem.

Pussy Cat visits the Zoo

Pussy cat pussy cat

          what did you do

I got on the bus

          to visit the zoo

Pussy cat pussy cat

          what did you there

looked at the animals

           smiled at a bear

Pussy cat pussy cat

            who did you see

long necked giraffes 

             and a chimpanzee

Pussy cat pussy cat

             time to go home

made lots of memories

            you`re never alone

(C) Lissie`s Poems 2023

photo from The Mirror 

Hello is such a simple word that can start an amazing new adventure! So why not say "hello" this morning and see where it will lead you.

Bonjour, dia duit, hello to you

let's welcome in this brand new day

ciao, witam, how's it going mate!

I find ' Hi ' and smile - is the best way! 

(C) Lissies Poems 2026

 

Smiles

Sunshine 

Merriment 

Infectious 

Lovable 

Energetic

Smiles everywhere!

© Lissie Bull 2026

Mother Nature is all around us, sharing her beauty,  inspiration,  calmness and healing power. She wraps us in her love  🌿 🌸☀️

To be at one with nature 

stirring the senses of the soul

wrapped in sounds and beauty

Mother Nature at her best

playful squirrels in the trees

swans glide across the water

trees attired in scented blossom

all mixed with children's laughter

(C) Lissie's Poems 2026

 

Therapeutic Poetry

To lose a loved one can affect us in many different ways. We feel lost, angry, confused and alone - to name but a few emotions. There is no right or wrong way to grieve, so don`t be influenced by others.  Grieving is personal to yourself and your family, there is no time limit.

Each day is different, some are good and others are overwhelming emotions that are affected by simply things like, memories, objects, people and places.

Writing a poem is very therapeutic and can help you to express your feelings. Poetry can help release pressure that can build up through bereavement. By writing a few words, they don`t have to rhyme, can help you to move forward. A few lines hold a memory together. In time more poetry will flow and help you to blossom.

Why not have a go at writing a poem about your loved one, a memory to made together or about an emotion that you feel. 

If you feel like sharing or just holding on to your poem close to your heart, that is perfect okay to do.  Give it a try and see how you feel as these are just to help you express your inner feelings.

Happy Writing

Lissie x

  

Just a little reflection on life in general, plain and simple!

Reflections of life

My Life is painted in words and pictures

each stage,  has it's own. chapter

no matter what I say or do

every event plays a major factor

for what I see in front of me

will affect it in different ways

the good times and the bad ones

depending how I manage my days

I may see things quite differently

and that is good and right

for if we were the same as others

who would help me see the light?

as I grow older, so life changes

I learn from my mistakes

so when new challenges arise

I strike and claim my stakes.

in my twilight years, I`ll reflect

looking back upon what I've done

writing the last chapter as I go

my life has been full of love and fun!

© Lissies Bull 2026

   

Dawn is a wonderful time of the day, where the darkness of night slowly grows into the brightness of day.  This photo was taken near Lacock in Wiltshire many years ago. 

Dawn

 As night slowly becomes the dawn

 nature's dimmer switch is turned

 daylight streams over an eastern horizon

  what will this morning bring forth

 as earth wakes up to another day

 © Lissie's Poems  2026

I love chilling in my garden, it`s my little haven,  listening to the frog and bumble bees. Such comforting sounds. We have three different bees who visitthe flowers, miner bees,  tree bees and bumble bees.

 Humble Bumble Bee

To hear the distinctive buzz

of active bees in my garden

hovering from flower to flower

never "begging their pardon"

a livery of black and yellow

with four lacy opaque wings

hind legs heavily laden with pollen

gathered along its wanderings

from its antenna to its stinger

the sweet thing shows it`s beauty

spied amongst scented blossom

this little humble bumble bee 

(C) Lissie Bull 2026

Emotions play a huge part of our lives, some positive and some negative. It makes us who we are, we are all unique.

Pool of Emotions

Emotions are deeply set within us
they`re an intrinsic part of who we are
we can be brought down by their negatives
looking for positives is the best way by far

our aura shines so brightly around us
an emotional beam that`s all seeing
touching people we know and meet each day
helping us feel connected to our wellbeing

a smile can lighten up everyone's face
raise you up high, gives you that awesome glow
and even put a spring into your pace
follow your heart, let your emotions show

© Lissie's Poems 2026

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

aĺ 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

 

 

I have always had a fascination with the moon, they way is shines, it`s orbit and how it influences our lives.  I took this one while watching the moon from my gardem.

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

 

A little acrostic poem about Spring.

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

 

I grew up calling this Mothering Sunday as we always went to church and brought back a posy of flowers from my mum.  However, it started as a religious Sunday.

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 rsised 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