Category Archives: Poetry

Reena’s Exploration Challenge – 325 – When My Mind Spins.

Posted on April 5, 2024 by Michael

It was happening more and more. My mind spun, I had to stop, take my bearings. Focusing on a definite object was challenging I knew what I wanted but it kept fading away. Mary had a little lamb, Its fleece … Continue reading →

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Eugi’s Weekly Prompt – Chapter – January 6th

Posted on January 6, 2022 by Michael

I read another chapter It’s a grind I have to say Disappointing when her other novels Have been gripping page-turners. But I’m determined, I know it will improve Words are so much like that Luring you in Taking you places … Continue reading →

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Eugi”s Causerie Weekly Prompt – Promises

Posted on December 31, 2021 by Michael

It’s no good making them if you never keep them, It’s like going in circles, treading water and all that. But we always make New Year promises, And everybody knows we’ve forgotten them by next week. It’s some sort of … Continue reading →

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When She Rang – A Poem with a Touch of Wisdom.

Posted on October 23, 2021 by Michael

When she rang she asked if the wedding was over Yes I said. Did you or are on a honeymoon? Yes I said. Did you fail in the bedroom she asked? Yes I did. Told you, didn’t I. Yes you … Continue reading →

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Thursday photo prompt: Still #writephoto – Wonder of You

Posted on February 20, 2020 by Michael

There’s a feeling in the air, Like a verse from Keats, The magnificence of nature Shining its best, The beauty embracing me. How do I hold this image Forever in my heart? Just like you, I need its constancy Knowing … Continue reading →

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What do you see # 17- February 17, 2020 – My Old Teddy

Posted on February 17, 2020 by Michael

Image: Lisa Fotios- Pixabay   I’ve seen so much I could write a book. Secrets I hold, lies I’ve been told. One generation to the next I’ve been held, cuddled and thrown, A comfort one day, a punching bag the … Continue reading →

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The Weekly Terrible Poetry Contest 2/8-2/14 – My First Love!

Posted on February 13, 2020 by Michael

Sue Dorn was more than a thorn, Across the playground she demanded My stare, my mouth hanging open My best gormless look A magnet to every boy, Like bees round a honey pot Like maggots hanging on her every smile. … Continue reading →

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Eugi’s Weekly Challenge – Love – February 10, 2020

Posted on February 11, 2020 by Michael

“Write me a letter Tell me how you feel.” I want to say I love you But is that enough? What part of me is within those words? Several drafts lay upon the floor Each attempt laced with frustration As … Continue reading →

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Tale Weaver – #260 – Tremor – 30th January – And He Feels It.

Posted on January 30, 2020 by Michael

He wakes with the first light And he feels it. At breakfast, porridge and blueberries And he feels it. During his morning commute He feels it. At the office, head down bum up He feels it. During lunch, as he … Continue reading →

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Photo Challenge #300 – ‘Right’ Places.

Posted on January 28, 2020 by Michael

Photo Credit – https://www.deviantart.com/aa-xxx/art/his-legacy-23483872 Cool That was the image she portrayed. A living cliché. She sought out every behaviour To enhance the image, she had of herself. Watched porn to learn to be a lover, Was devoted to fashion Copied … Continue reading →

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