Yellows, pinks and greens, Blues, browns, purples and black, too, Colours of fresh air, The sweet smell of cool spring skies, The sound of bright, warm sunshine. I hope you’re having a wonderful Sunday!
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#SilentSunday ‘SIX Things that Happened in March 2021’ #OneWordSunday #haiku
Six little flowers and six little big things which happened this month, because each day is made up of wonderful little occasions which make life’s happy moments. These photos were taken over the last few days during my walks. Every small flower Brings a huge smile to my lips Little things matter This post wasContinue reading “#SilentSunday ‘SIX Things that Happened in March 2021’ #OneWordSunday #haiku”
#SundayWalks ‘Even in Winter’ #Haiku #HappyNewYear
Even in winter, Yellow daisies shine like gold, Smiling at frail sun. Even in winter, Tired leaves fall from dry branches, Shining on pavement. Even in winter, Vibrant green-leaved bushes hide Red flowers gleaming. Even in winter, Bare trees stretch, because they know Spring’s not far away. Photos taken this weekend walking around Fuengirola, Malaga.Continue reading “#SundayWalks ‘Even in Winter’ #Haiku #HappyNewYear”
#FridayFeeling #haiku ‘A Christmas Wish’ #poem
Shades of gold and red, Memories of Christmas past, Hearts both smile and weep. I’m feeling happy and excited, planning meals and family reunions, yet nostalgic as Christmas approaches. There’s so much to look forward to, but also so many people to remember and miss. Here’s a poem for the person I miss most ❤Continue reading “#FridayFeeling #haiku ‘A Christmas Wish’ #poem”
#PhotoOfMyLife Day6 #Tanka #WordlessWednesday
Carrot Ranch #FlashFiction Challenge #99Words #SixSentenceStory ‘Sorrowful Interlude’
***************** Sorrowful Interlude Ruby welcomed her unfailing, weekly customer, handing him his usual two dozen daisies. Ralf nodded, smiled and limped towards the cemetery, carrying a cane and their favourite flowers. He shook his head, reading the familiar inscriptions; Jane, beloved daughter of Ralf and Ada Grimmer, 10th August 1980 – 23rd September, 1999, andContinue reading “Carrot Ranch #FlashFiction Challenge #99Words #SixSentenceStory ‘Sorrowful Interlude’”
#SundayWalks ‘Flowers and Patios’ #Tanka #Poems
In ancient gardens Dismembered, Roman statues Watch pruned, potted plants Bursting with fragrance, glowing In lush, flourishing patios. **** I went for a walk to visit the World Heritage Patios Festival in Cordoba, Spain, this morning with my friend Gabriela. What a stunning place to stimulate all my senses! **** I hope you wereContinue reading “#SundayWalks ‘Flowers and Patios’ #Tanka #Poems”
#AtoZChallenge ‘X is for Cross’ #Haiku #NaPoWriMo #PoetryMonth
May Cross Unexpected gift Multicoloured life fills street Magnificent Earth **** Carnival of spring Honouring blossoms of May Feast on the flowers **** I saw these beautiful May crosses on my way to work this morning and they reminded me how lucky I am to be alive. This weekend there will be eating, drinking,Continue reading “#AtoZChallenge ‘X is for Cross’ #Haiku #NaPoWriMo #PoetryMonth”
#AtoZChallenge ‘V is for Vault’ #Tanka #NaPoWriMo #PoetryMonth
Gothic Vaults Double arches hold Gothic vaults pointing to sky. Carved stone capitals On proud marble columns guard Centuries of synergy. **** **** The Mosque-Cathedral in Cordoba, was originally a Visigothic Catholic Church, shared with Muslim invaders for religious rites until 784, when it was solely used as a Muslim place of worship, until 1236,Continue reading “#AtoZChallenge ‘V is for Vault’ #Tanka #NaPoWriMo #PoetryMonth”
#AtoZChallenge ‘U is for Umbrella’ #Haiku #NaPoWriMo #PoetryMonth
This photo was lent by my friend and colleague Mari Carmen Rios. **** Umbrella Cracked wall, weathered door Multicoloured umbrella Both sides of our coins **** This year is my fourth AtoZ Challenge. My theme this year is poetry once again. I’ll be writing a haiku a day, but I’m also adding a new hobbyContinue reading “#AtoZChallenge ‘U is for Umbrella’ #Haiku #NaPoWriMo #PoetryMonth”
Rereading Jane Eyre 