Rusty Hulk

There looming high above the sand

a once elegant structure beached

no longer able to sail the seas

 her hull weakened and breached

what were once such elegant lines
crumbling rust has eaten away
leaving a skeleton frame work
and memories of her heyday

her bough buried deep in the sand
still standing proud for all to see
barnacles decorate her lines
where once fine colours gleamed brightly!

with each tide this vessel erodes
until nothing but a shell is revealed
a sandy grave for such a beauty
for her sad plight has now been sealed


© Lissie Bull 2015

Image titled "The Meheno Shipwreck"
taken by petronellavanree and found on DevientArt

Hi there,

I have had some wonderful news !
Last year I wrote a poem for a competition on a subject that`s very much out of my comfort zone.
I have received an emails letting me know that although I didn`t win, my poem is to be included in a charity anthology to raise awareness of the work that goes into helping victims of Domestic Violence.
This is to be published in late April, when I know more I will post details.


Here is the poem....

I Survived.!

I am a daughter, sister, wife and mother
not a servant, skivvy or a punch bag
for I have emotions, feelings and a heart
I`m a human being and not here to brag

for we came together through our passion
wanting to build a better life as a team
but sadly this haven didn`t last long
as behind closed doors I was left to scream

then I learnt to wear my makeup thicker
to hide the bruises that were rained down on me
outside the house, I held my head up high
I was the matriarch of my family

whatever was done to me...I would survive
finding the help needed I would have my day
I would come through all this hell in the end
just had to find the courage to walk away

domestic violence is found behind closed doors
I`m so glad I managed to work out just how
to start to rebuild my life once again
I am at peace with my family now

sadly domestic violence is still here
but with help and support, we can open the door!
I am glad I managed to work out just how
to start to rebuild my life and smile more

© Lissie Bull 2015

Dreams at dawn

Laying down my pen to rest
be still after the flow of ink has stopped
for I have painted the latest picture of words
now it is time to let my dreams rule my heart
for when the dawn rises, so I will pick up my pen once more....                                      

© Lissie Bull 2016

Painful times

there`s pain in my heart
you`re tearing me apart

the love that we had
has now turned so bad

emotions run high
please look me in the eye

remained your rock throughout
but all you did was shout

even though I was there
felt that you didn`t care

so you pushed me away
what more can I say

was always there for you
but sadly we are now through

I've nothing more to say
I`ll let you go your own way



© Lissie Bull 2015

Scuppered hulks 

High cliffs of rusting steels hulks

towering over the sandy bay

eerie victim of a past war

scuppered to block the way

creaking from the waters below

slowly eroding into the sea

marine life here is taking over

these hulks left to rot completely

masts skyward at slight angles

the elements have taken their toll

paint work has become thick rust

all that`s left is a ghostly soul

here these hulks will now remain

a symbol of the world mistrust

for nature has a new home now

as the sea claims these ships of rust

© Lissie Bull 2013

Desert Landscape

The ever changing landscape
shaped and blown by the wind
moving forward and backward
as life strives to survive within
each grain of sand, hot from the sun
at mercy to the winds of fire
thrown together without a care
then flung back into the fryer
lizards, beetles and scorpions
cope through day time and the night
diversity is everywhere
the desert is an awesome sight!


Deserts are awesome, but a very harsh environment to exist in
Fascinating and well worth a look at!

© Lis Bull 2013

This is a tribute to a very dear friend
sadly missed since she lost her fight with cancer



Janet....!

Joy to the world
Always there to listen
Never a cross word
Energetic and fun
Trusted friend to the end

Generous to everyone
Reliable and caring
Encouraging and helpful
Guardian of the underdog
Outspoken when needed
Regular supporter of animals
Your friend and mine


© Lissie Bull 2016

Heart amongst the Stars

This special heart

surrounded by stars

sparkling in the light

for all to see and love

this special heart of mine

holding sweet memories

of happy days gone by

deep within our souls

red heart and silver stars

shimmering in the air

tranquil beauties

spreading love to all

© Lissie  Bull 2015

Image entitled " Follow your heart and your dreams will come true" 

by DragonflyAndromeda  and found on DeviantArt