Journey of Words

Tag: Life

  • On the Right Path

    All the signs are clear Everyone says, “Straight ahead” Nothing’s that simple . CLP 18/01/2020 →

  • Territorial

    First light, light song bright Melody cuts through slumbers Robin on duty . CLP 17/01/20/20 →

  • On the Threshold

    About to step out A new day, another world Close the door gently . n.b. This advice from a colleague of many years ago, whose name I do not recall, but whose face and kind words I have never forgotten. I pass them on here, admitting that it not always advice I followed when younger. →

  • Honesty Boxed

    Technological Interactions distort truth Write web of fictions . n.b. The Internet: where the truth lies. CLP 14/02/2020 →

  • Sleepy Beauty

    While I slept she woke And then when I woke she slept Different time zones . n.b. Distance is no barrier to friendship; just a little inconvenient at times. . CLP 12/01/2020 →

  • I Kissed A Girl

    Today’s her birthday I was five and she was too It wasn’t to be . n.b. Memory is triggered by so many random details. I recall the playground ringing to the chant, “Christopher Perry kissed….(insert name here)!” I apologise to her for being so forward. Totally unacceptable behaviour on my part. I was out of →

  • On Darts

    Aiming for the Bull? Striving for the Double Top? Double One is okay . n.b. Most games of darts played by mere mortals finish with a prolonged round of shots at the Double One bed, all other opportunities to win having been missed. . So from this I conclude it is a good idea to →

  • On Relaxation

    Important routines Maintain balance, status quo Hair down? Just cut it . n.b. We hold ourselves tight in patterns and programmes, duties and responsibilities. These may be chosen voluntarily, imposed by the life-stage we are in, or consequences of decisions and actions taken many years previously. The challenge is how to get a break from →

  • 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 →