Journey of Words

Tag: Life

  • 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 →

  • 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 →

  • SatNav Not Needed

    SatNav Not Needed “Location cannot be found” I know it’s out there. Trust Me. Release the handbrake. . n.b. Better to travel in hope than to sit around waiting for an out-of-date program to tell you where you’re heading. Just get moving; keep your wits about you. You will know your destination when you see →

  • On Fire

    Will tinder do it? Better than television Will it catch on? Suspense! . n.b. Tinder: dry flammable material used to start a fire…remember? n.n.b. It caught! Yay!!! CLP 08/01/2020 →

  • On Calm

    Key gently unlocked Anxious thoughts released, drift off Silence hold us soft . CLP 07/01/2020 →

  • On forgiveness

    To withhold entraps Hurt released with a blessing Each can live again . CLP 08/01/2020 →