Tag Archives: Word High July

Word-High July: Siping

Posted on July 15, 2016 by Michael

Weary day So many words, so many miles You lay beside me exhausted Your eyes heavy You look at me We exchange that look When words fail us It’s the look and soft touch That says it all.   Written … Continue reading →

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Word-High July: Balintataw

Posted on July 14, 2016 by Michael

I wondered what made the lasting impression What you did? Who you were? The sum of all parts I know. In my eye I saw Compassion, dedication, The impish fun just of knowing you Your love in each word you … Continue reading →

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Word-High July: Harana

Posted on July 12, 2016 by Michael

I did sing for you One night when no one was around. Dusted off my vocal chords Listened to your favourite song, Thought I’d give it a go. You were stunned, so surprised I took the risk, made the effort. … Continue reading →

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Word-High July: Takipsilim

Posted on July 12, 2016 by Michael

At my back fence we watch the sun In last throes of day Sink behind the giant eucalypts. The last rays highlighting The magnificence of nature. Your arm slips into mine We soak in each other’s warmth As the chill … Continue reading →

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Word-High July: Humaling

Posted on July 11, 2016 by Michael

Looking into your eyes I see a woman of worth Of morals, of class. A shining light to so many. I am in awe of you. Is it any wonder my fondness Oozes from my very being Floods everything, I … Continue reading →

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Word-High July: Pagsamo

Posted on July 9, 2016 by Michael

Are we there yet? Can we get out now? I wanna we wanna we wanna wee. I’ll wet my pants? If we don’t stop soon I’m gonna do it! Can I get one? Please? I want one! Give me a … Continue reading →

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Word-High July: Silakbo

Posted on July 7, 2016 by Michael

It’s the hysterical nature of your response When your mum leaves the room You pine, fret as if you have been forgotten. I feel helpless You are out of control You cry as a means to express your fear? No … Continue reading →

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Word-High July: Muni-muni

Posted on July 6, 2016 by Michael

Sometimes we sit and think And sometimes we just sit. Sometimes we sit and chat Sometimes we just chat. Thoughts flow free Pouring out our hearts We cry and comfort. We like being us So we sit and ponder How … Continue reading →

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Word-High July: Bughaw – The Colour Blue

Posted on July 6, 2016 by Michael

I was once little boy blue, I wear blue a lot Jeans, shirts, jumpers I was married in blue Even fashionable platform shoes That was in virginal 1975. Today the sky is a brilliant blue Most days it’s the same … Continue reading →

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Word-High July: Kalinaw – Serenity/Tranquility

Posted on July 5, 2016 by Michael

Late afternoon and it’s been hot A day out of the heat. A gentle breeze suggests cool. We sit at my back fence, Watch as the day ebbs away. The sun slides behind the distant gums Holding hands, we chat, … Continue reading →

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