Hello Poetry Lovers So who remembers that relentless summer of ‘76?! Most of us, I bet. That three weeks in July of scalding temperatures and droughts. That picture of me above said it all! Not being a great fan of the heat, I thought I’d buried it, but clever poet Sharon Andrews gave the mostContinue reading “Summer of ‘76”
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The Shopping List
Hello Poetry Lovers Today we tackle one of those seemingly mundane things in life. Yes, the shopping list! A staple in our everyday existence – but have you ever written down what you truly need?! Have a look at this piece I’ve penned plus the tumult I suffered trying to rhyme the last line. IContinue reading “The Shopping List”
Interview….
Yes, Poetry Lovers you heard right! We’re back in the talk show studio. Today, our esteemed guest is that enigmatic and very talented poet Connaire Kensit! (Rapturous applause) Now, settle down and make our guest welcome. (Connaire glides elegantly onto the talk show set). Welcome to the show, Connaire. I’ve been looking forward to havingContinue reading “Interview….”
Emotional Baggage
Hello Poetry Lovers Now as we know by my most recent broken Handbag post, the loss of a much trusted item takes time to get over. However, we never think of the injured party’s side of things, and clever poet Sharron Green has given us the bag’s version of events. A very poignant view. WonderfulContinue reading “Emotional Baggage”
Korky the Cat
Hello Poetry Lovers Well, that talented poet Sue Burge came up with yet another extraordinary keyword in her weekly mind gym, a mythical pet named with the initial K. I didn’t need to think twice about that staple childhood cover star of the Dandy. Not that I would have had Korky as a pet, moreContinue reading “Korky the Cat”
An Ode to an Old Friend
Hello Poetry Lovers Today we talk about a common loss that only a gal understands. Yes, the loss of a bag. Our bags mean a lot to us and when the handle comes off a much cherished pale blue basket (see photo above), it is devastating. My bag met its demise during a poetry readingContinue reading “An Ode to an Old Friend”
The Beast of Covid
Hello Poetry Lovers Our lovely talented poet and fellow Booming Lovely Trisha Broomfield has recently been touched by the cold hand of COVID. This ruthless virus plays no favourite and can be random in its selection. Fortunately Trisha recovered swiftly … Meanwhile, in her usual prolific guise, Trisha penned this splendid piece, which sums itContinue reading “The Beast of Covid”
The H Word….
Hello Poetry Lovers This week, we give another nod to lovely poet and tutor Sue Burge who feeds me a poetry gym keyword every week. I would thoroughly recommend it. A very recent task was to make a poem using the word H. This particular letter has a distinct sound as you draw breath toContinue reading “The H Word….”
Domestic Corner…
Hello Poetry Lovers Now I love writing about housework, I have no idea why. I’m not an avid follower of this practice. (Sneezes from the dust). I mean, my dollshouse is immaculate, not a hair out of place but a 1:1 home …. Well…. The lovely talented poet Trisha Broomfield has given us a sharpContinue reading “Domestic Corner…”
More Cat Action…..
Hello Poetry Lovers Yes, we’re back to my favourite subject – Cats. Clever and talented poet Trisha Broomfield has written a beautiful nonet and tanka on our feline pals, and put over their personality with skill. Thank you so much, Trisha. Please keep them coming. Read on to enjoy these clever pieces ; Cat NonetContinue reading “More Cat Action…..”
Heather Moulson 