I wrote this poem a few years ago, but in light of the recent events in Texas it seemed a good time to share it publicly. At the time I penned it a mother had suddenly lost her husband and I was extremely moved by her situation. The poem is not specifically about her, but moreContinue reading “Blue Bonnets”
Gumboots Festival Time
It’s that time of year again when Tully gears up for the Golden Gumboots Festival. My daughter is considering entering the Golden Gumboot Quest. We’re not really into quests so how has this happened? In fact, the last time a child of mine entered one was my eldest son as a baby in a shoppingContinue reading “Gumboots Festival Time”
Green Dragon
Green dragon giggles The secret’s filtering out Children dance healing. It feels like time to renew my haiku healing quest. When I first began it I had so many other things to do and think about it was left for a while. But I feel the world really is in need of healing. Practical actionsContinue reading “Green Dragon”
Fruit for Peace
Today’s poem was inspired by events, both macro and micro. Some children stole fruit and someone else blew up a marathon. It made me think about how childhood is where we all begin and yet there are so many places we can end up, in terms of actions. I was inspired though also by aContinue reading “Fruit for Peace”
Dragon Caterpillar Afternoon
I wrote this poem today after waiting at the dentist. There is just something about waiting rooms that inspires – especially this particular one. I’ve put it over at Ripple Poetry as well, where you can read more poetry. At the moment I am reading a lot of Australian History but in fact/fiction form. NoContinue reading “Dragon Caterpillar Afternoon”
June Paisa Perkins 