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Poem 71

Posted on December 29, 2013 by Michael

I awake as the dawn breaks to a kookaburra chorus. Their vocally uplifting cry Heralds the rising sun. Loudly they proclaim Their territory. Uttering a laugh that echoes Across my neighbourhood. I lie in my bed listening to this Aria, … Continue reading →

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Prompt 36 – Virtue

Posted on December 29, 2013 by Michael

Humility. He said he was just doing his job. He loved what he did. He loved the interaction The creativity, The laughter, The performance. Thanks post session Made him feel Worthwhile. Looks of expectation On entering his sanctum, The play, … Continue reading →

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Poem 70

Posted on December 28, 2013 by Michael

You are often with me When I’m sitting in bed. Our topics The simpliest things. The weather Life Kids The why The what fore. Some days we argue Points of , ‘This isn’t clear.’ ‘Rewrite’ ‘Oh I see’. Most days … Continue reading →

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Poem 69

Posted on December 28, 2013 by Michael

Travel safely friend It’s a long way home, Be careful, Not everyone will drive like you. I shall breath a sigh of relief When I know you are safely home. It’s the time of year When people travel Far and … Continue reading →

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Poem 68

Posted on December 27, 2013 by Michael

She said talk to me. Tell me the secrets you hide. Why? I asked Because then I’ll begin to know you. But isn’t this enough No never. I wont tire of you. But you may not like what you hear. … Continue reading →

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Poem 67

Posted on December 25, 2013 by Michael

Christmas day is over down under Gifts wrapped, unwrapped Ogled over, gratitude expressed. Children came and went, More tomorrow Gifts beyond expectation. Love and family Sharing a meal, Salads, meats, deserts, All home cooked, All lovingly prepared. Around a huge … Continue reading →

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Poem 66

Posted on December 24, 2013 by Michael

It is Christmas The holiest of nights. When long ago A child was born Whose words changed our world. Now on this the night before Christmas Children excitedly prepare. ‘Bed before he comes,’ parents say, ‘He wont stop if he … Continue reading →

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Poem 65

Posted on December 23, 2013 by Michael

I looked out on Christmas morning A lone kangaroo chewed grass in my front yard Looking nonchalantly about Not a care in the world.   In my room my Christmas stocking was still empty, Yet again the man in red … Continue reading →

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Poem 64

Posted on December 20, 2013 by Michael

I live in the distant south A teacher, writer, father. Now my teaching days are over I will miss the banter, the exploration, Young minds discovering new worlds New shapes, new directions.   For me new discoveries are about to … Continue reading →

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My Last Teacher Post

Posted on December 18, 2013 by Michael

Thank you for investing belief and responsibility in me. Thank you for the creative freedom and fulfillment you have allowed me. Thank you for the opportunities and successes you have granted me. Thank you for the boundaries and resilience you … Continue reading →

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