Journey of Words

Category: Poetry

  • Hen Party

    Fine feathered friends Consider destination Eat here or move on? . n.b. It is often tricky getting a diverse group of acquaintances to stick to an itinerary. Someone voices an alternative, discussion ensues, original plans go to cock. Travelling solo has advantages, but for laughs an outing with your mates takes some beating. . n.n.b. →

  • On Normality

    “How are you?” she asked I’m calm, present and happy Yes, back to normal . n.b. Thank you for asking. And you? n.n.b. The above applies regardless of today’s football result. . CLP 11/01/2020 →

  • On Fear

    Shouts, sticks, slaps to rear Drive unhappy cattle on What calls you? Listen . CLP 11/01/2020 →

  • Battle Fatiques

    Curious robin Sat on hedge-trimmer Camouflage perfect . n.b. Robins are notoriously territorial and fiercely combative with their neighbours. Must be nice for this one to be able to rest awhile. . CLP 10/01/2020 →

  • On Lunar Presence

    Moon-rise lightens mood In midst of winter’s black heart Happy? Go, Lucky! . CLP 10/01/2020 →

  • On Guard

    Absolute madness Police in UK list XR As extremist group . n.b. https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2020/jan/10/xr-extinction-rebellion-listed-extremist-ideology-police-prevent-scheme-guidance The non-violent climate activist movement Extinction Rebellion (XR) is open to all members of the public. School teachers are being briefed on how to spot XR extremism. For example, children absent from lessons in support of School Climate Crisis strikes. Many teachers →

  • On the Plucking Post

    Bird of prey at work Interrupted in mid-flow She will return soon . n.b. Unusual for prey to be left almost whole on a plucking post. I must have scared the predator off while working on the hedges. . CLP 10/01/2020 →

  • Saddle Up

    Woody boarded the train Johnny helped load the bags They hugged Woody fearful of the work to be done Johnny fearful And that was it . There was Woody And There was Johnny . Their paths parted Although it took a while For the rear lights To disappear In the bright new day . CLP →

  • On Proximity

    On Proximity Could we be closer? Is that even possible? Not too close I hope . n.b. In looking for a temporary base from which to start composing the next chapter in my life, Fate has pitched me into familiar territory. My life-long association with Fratton Park seems set to become a little more intimate →

  • Catnip

    “Oh, you’ll be alright When word gets out about us. Don’t worry.” she laughed https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/experts-how-does-catnip-work-on-cats/ 10/01/2020 →