• On the Weekend (II)

    As an optimist I see happiness abounds My aching heart smiles . CLP 08/02/2020

  • On the Weekend

    Friday finally Shuts up, lies down, rolls over Into Saturday . CLP 07/02/2020

  • On Alcohol

    Don’t tell me I’m wrong When I say “No more, thank you” I want tomorrow . n.b. Waking up feeling muzzy, a nasty taste in the mouth, dehydrated with headache and a bit grumpy from a broken night’s sleep is rubbish. Give me a gentle sleep that carries me to sunrise, the beauty of a

  • Reality

    I knew the story Travelled with the truth to hand Until I heard yours . n.b. It’s easy to think one has full grasp of the facts, but that’s only ever going to be half the story. CLP 07/02/2020

  • In Snow

    Wind whisked flurries White blotches spatter bared skin Bathers sink in mist . n.b. Lavey Les Bains is always worth a visit in winter. The hot springs are an enlivening experience on a frosty morning, with steam clouds rising into clear blue skies above the looming mountains from the waters. The experience is even more

  • Feral

    Modesty demands Clothing, bathroom protocols Street lamps dazzle moon . n.b. As a fox, adaptation to urban dwelling will come as needs require. CLP 03/02/2020

  • City: Monday Morning

    Don’t go. Stay, warm me Sunday night cuddles tight, but Waker’s now work-bound . CLP 03/02/2020

  • Obviously

    I have offered my palm Consulted the Oracle Read the runes Felt in my waters Looked into the stars Listened to the Universe But I still want it Straight From the horse’s mouth . CLP 02/02/2020

  • Fear of Flying

    It was time to go I stepped off the bridge Ice wind cut my cheeks Froze tears to my face I turned to speak And saw you waving From the opposite bank I waved too Happily Not drowning In the waters passing underneath . CLP 02/02/2020

  • Travelling Light

    When you’ve been apart Meeting up is a challenge Just take essentials . CLP 01/02/2020