A collection of my poetry and prose.

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Inspiration shines

Inspiration shines down on us, No matter what the time of day, Exploding fireworks so alive, Sounding deep within the heart.

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The Joy of Life

The joy of life discovered me, And showed me where I am, Things that made me happy, Are expressed in different ways

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In the night

In the night and the darkness, What is it that your mind turns to? Is it the horrors that still haunt you? Or the peace that comes with sleep?

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Pay for what you get

You have to pay for what you get, Excellent work does take time, Time and energy both combined, Including apt precision too.

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Taking your time

Taking your time isn’t an issue, Getting it right isn’t wrong, You don’t have to rush around, Accuracy is the price of genius

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Peaceful Meadow

Peaceful meadow basked in sunlight, With a brook gurgling by its side, And a forest on the other, Always a pleasure to be on.

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Seed of Life

The seed of life breaks forth, With joy as it faces what comes, It doesn’t ask for anything more, Than the things that bring it life

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Looking at me

You’re standing there looking at me, And yet I know you don’t really see me, You see the person you want to see, When you’re standing, looking at me

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Someone Else

You really don’t know what it’s like, To stand in someone else’s place, Go through what they’re living with, And then come out the other side.

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Trust

Let’s come and sit and learn about trust, It’s just such beautiful word in itself, And comes with a two way meaning.

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Flame of Service

The flame of hope within the heart, That the service that one give, Will be of benefit to all around them, And for future generations.

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Service

The service of a life laid down, Given to do what is seen as right, Wanting to help and not to hurt, The end result of what they know.

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Poppies are so Bright

Poppies are so bright and colourful, Their deep red a joyous sight, They glimmer in the sunlight, And shine through the greyest day.

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