Attempting Poetry

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Loch Lomond

A dreamy Scottish paradise incredible Loch Lomond scene Where the air is crisp and fresh the water gentle and serene There is snow on the...

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Feb 21, 20221 min read

Calm After The Storm

A moment to bring some calm after yesterday’s stormy weather The sight and sound of a woodland stream in harmony together Glistening in...

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Feb 19, 20221 min read

Little Iris

Tidying in the garden after last night’s stormy squall Plants have been blown over but we managed to save them all Hidden amongst the...

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Feb 18, 20221 min read

Stormy Forecast

Another storm is brewing the birds have had a tough few days Before I batten the hatches I fill their feeders and food trays I’ll be...

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Feb 18, 20221 min read

A Reason To Smile

There may be constant rain outside but nothing can dampen my mood When I look out of my window where these spring flowers can be viewed...

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Feb 15, 20221 min read

First Snowdrops

On a dull February morning I see a little ray of light In a sheltered spot of my garden they appear delicate and bright Like a group of...

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Feb 3, 20221 min read

Twilight

There is calm after the storm on this clear winter morning A tranquil start to the day as the fresh day is dawning That twilight moment...

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Jan 30, 20221 min read

Jenny Wren

One of the smallest birds to be found in our garden She’s also one of the loudest the little Jenny wren She is quite a stunner with her...

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Jan 29, 20221 min read

Watercolour

A beautiful winter morning the local pond mirrors the sky Awash with enchanting colours this scene plays a trick on the eye The iconic...

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Jan 26, 20221 min read

Misty Grey

Misty grey winter mornings full of beauty and mystery A thick fog engulfs the land common shapes perform trickery Sounds of nature cut...

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Jan 24, 20221 min read

Dr Amir’s New Pants

My Mama bought me a new outfit a pair of pants and a long shirt I took them out of the packet looked at the pants and thought “what on...

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Jan 24, 20221 min read

Mandarin Ducks

The boys put on the greatest show by the village lake today The girls are just as beautiful in an understated way I always think mandarin...

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Jan 24, 20221 min read

White Furore

The morning set is alight by the rising winter sun In a brilliant white furore on the distant horizon Slivers of pastel blue sky stream...

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Jan 24, 20221 min read

Show Off

We have had the most stunning scenes over the last few days I think nature is showing off in search of cheer and praise I mean how else...

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Jan 21, 20221 min read

Crisp Winters Day

A glorious winter sunrise is the price we pay for clear skies Tiny intricate shards of ice the frost decorates where it lies This sight...

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Jan 20, 20221 min read

Mesmerising And Heavenly

To show us how stunning it can be winter brings us this display Soft hues of blue, gold and crimson at the break of a brand new day A...

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Jan 19, 20221 min read

Yorkshire At It’s Finest

Yorkshire at its finest draped in clear winter skies Framed by fair weather clouds a real treat for the eyes Soft and gentle rolling...

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Jan 18, 20221 min read

Golden Morning Light

To start the day yesterday a misty sunrise delight The air was cold, calm and still the ground frozen hard and white My breath became...

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Jan 16, 20221 min read

January Morning

A cold January morning thick frost turns the countryside white Laying a blanket over all that dared to linger overnight Impossible...

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Jan 16, 20221 min read

Winter Sunrise

A chilly winter sunrise distant warm and mellow skies Slumbering, tall, slender trees like towering giants rise A latticework of branches...

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Jan 14, 20221 min read

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