29/02/2024 - standing in line

Thursday 29th February 

All they did was stand in line

A bit of food - it should be fine

But chaos broke out all around

Screaming and shouting, a terrifying sound 

Nobody knowing which way to run 

All they could hear was the sound of a gun

All they did was stand in line 

Starving, scared - so far from fine

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28/02/2024 - Goodbye Sunshine

Wednesday 28th February 2024

The light slowly slipped away

Before she left she had this to say

Make sure you shine as bright as you can 

Remember I am your biggest fan 

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27/2/24 - Who will call me dad?

Tuesday 27th February 

Surrounded by destruction

Every where we look 

Living in daily fear

Last night the building shook

Death on every corner

Families displaced 

All the beauty around us

Has now been brutally replaced 

Now I sit here

Head in hands 

Both sides making

Their demands

Yet in the middle

Here we sit

It takes all our strength 

Not to quit

As I sit I ask myself

Who will call me dad?

This war has taken my future

And it makes me really sad 

I dreamt of a future

With my wife by my side 

Now we just spend our days 

Sobbing as we hide 

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26/02/2024 - Where’s The Moon

Monday 26th February 

I reached way up into the sky

The moon was up so very high

I stood upon my tippy toes 

I felt I could touch it with my nose

I grabbed that ball and pulled it down

And put it on my head just like a crown 

I never want to put it back so now I have a special brag

When you can’t see the moon, it’s coz I keep it in my bag! 

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25/02/2024 - Look at the stars…..

Sunday 25th February 2024

The clouds draw in

Dark and black

Gathered in 

Without a crack

But behind that dark curtain

Shines a light 

Lights that shine

Every night

We can’t always see 

The diamonds in the sky

But know that they are there 

Glittering way up high

A galaxy of planets and stars

Housing mysteries from afar 

Like faith we just know

Behind the clouds are shining stars 

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24/02/2024 - Steak stealing pooch

Saturday 24th February 2024

Benji excelled himself on this very night

He stole a steak and decided to take flight

He ran underneath the table 

Steak hanging from his mouth

Then realised that he’d have to spit it out

Not because he stole it, oh no he didn’t care

Because the steak wasn’t cooked so wasn’t even rare!  

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23/02/2024 - The invisible thread

Friday 23 February 2024

My life is hanging by a thread

An invisible thread

I can’t see it

I can’t touch it

I can’t feel it

But it’s there

I have no idea how long the thread is

The only thing I know is that one day ….

The thread will be break

As it breaks for all of us 

So never waste a moment 

Treasure every day 

Be grateful for that thread

It holds a lifetime of memories 

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22-02-2024 - It’s raining again 🙈

Thursday 22nd February 2024

It’s raining and pouring again 

I wish it would stay on the plain!

The roads are flooded and fields awash 

The sound of water going swish and swash

I’m fed up of these wet, dull days

I can’t wait to feel the suns warm rays! 

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21-02-2024 - Breathtaking

Wednesday 21st February 

Forgotten memories resurfaced this week

The truth being unveiled upon our screens 

The “truth” that was spun and the risks taken 

The real threat sadly very much mistaken 

Breathtaking laying the drama out bare

Health workers doing their best to care

Trying to treat and heal in impossible circumstances 

Changing regulations leading them merry dances 

How did they do this relentless task day after day?

Yet the government cannot agree to increase their pay?

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20/02/2024 - Carefree

 Tuesday 20th February 

Your mind is open and free

A life full of joy and glee

You only live in the moment, right there 

A guilt free existence, living without a care

The life of a child just how it should be 

Carefree, joyful, happy and free 

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19/02/2024 - Dancing Catkins

Monday 19th February 2024

I saw a cluster of beautiful kittens tails

Hanging from a tree

They were billowing like ships sails

Gently swaying in the breeze

The first early signs of spring

Those fuzzy catkins on display

A sign that new life is on its way 

As those catkins dance and sway

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18/02/2024 - Sunday Vibes

 Sunday 18 February 

With all the troubles in the world 

Of course it’s right we’re all concerned 

But take a moment on this Sunday 

Reflect, be grateful come what may

It’s easy to let it all spin around 

Feeling fearful, scared and down

Spend a moment letting it all go

Try and just let positive energy flow! 

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17/02/2024 - Happy Birthday uncle Gra!

Saturday 17th February 

Another trip around the sun 

75 years since your life adventure had begun

A day to celebrate in style

Really go the extra mile

The wine and beer will be flowing 

Not too much or your cheeks will be glowing! 

So we are raising a glass to you, Uncle Graham 

If someone says it’s your round just play dumb 😉

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16-02-2024 - Hello Sunshine!

Friday 16th February 

The sun peeped out from behind the clouds

I felt it’s beams stroking my face

The warmth that fell upon my body

Was comforting like a reassuring blanket

I knew this moment would not last

So I stopped, sat down 

and let the world pass me by

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15/02/2024 - Checking In ……

 Thursday 15th February 

Hello are you checking in?

Errr I don’t know - I don’t quite understand what’s going on

Don’t worry it’s going to be fine - what do you remember? 

Well - I was sat on my sofa, thinking about things I’ve been putting off doing but really want to do. 

Like what?

I don’t know, spend more time with family, cook more, love more, appreciate nature more. Maybe travel a bit more, make new friends, connect with old friends, get fit - stupid stuff really.

And now……

Now I don’t know where I am or what’s happened? I don’t remember - I was sat watching TV and then darkness and I wake up here

In heaven 

Oh - what? Oh no - that can’t be right, I’m too young. I always thought I had loads of time to live my life …..

Sadly we never know how long we’ve got - but you know it’s all going to be fine - look over there, all these people and pets have been patiently waiting for you. It’s all going to be ok. 

How long is a piece of string - who knows - how long do we have here - nobody knows. Live in the moment and appreciate the small things more.  Life can be tough but you’d be surprised at how much joy the simple things can bring. 

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14/02/2024 - Goodbye Hurts

Wednesday 14th February 

When you wake up the next day 

And find your loved one has slipped away

The pain you feel can be too great to bear

When their voice is the only one you want to hear

Your heart feels like it’s in an all embracing vice 

Your whole body feels like it’s encased in ice

Your untimely passing so hard to believe 

All we are left with is reflecting on what you achieved

It feels like our lives will never be the same again 

All we can cling to is that we will meet again - but when?

Salt laden tears flow freely down my face 

All I long for is to just feel your warm embrace 

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Happy pancake day! 😂

 I made a bit of batter

And put it in the pan

The mixture seeped to the side

That’s where the problem began 

I picked up the pan and flipped my pancake up 

And on the ceiling it’s still stuck 😂

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13/02/2024 - Aww Wrighty - we will miss you ❤️

Tuesday 13th February 

Decade after decade you were a familiar voice

You were most definitely our DJ of choice

You’d keep us company each and every day 

Playing beautiful love songs on Sundays 

You made millions laugh, cry and smile

Even on the days when we had to drive miles

You were with us on our long weary journeys 

Your laughter helping to melt away our worries

Your wit and warmth radiated through the radio 

Despite you being miles away in your studio

You were truly loved and will be greatly missed 

Oh fate why have you delivered such a cruel heartbreaking twist

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12/02/2024 - Live Your Life!

Monday 12th February 

When I’m dead and gone

And I’ve sung my final song

Don’t put your life on hold for me 

Maybe shed a tear but be glad I’m free

You are still here on this earth 

So don’t underestimate your worth

Don’t wallow, cry and stay at home

There is a whole world for you to roam 

So live your life - don’t mourn for me

I am gone but we’ll meet again, you’ll see

So live each day that you’ve been blessed

As for me, I will be in a tranquil place at rest 

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11-02-2024 - Petals In The Sand

Sunday 11-02-2024 

The sea danced over the soft white sands

It gently rolled over the grains, like massaging hands

The sands gently shifted and moved with each flow 

As the wave draws back the movement begins to slow

In out in out 

Repeated day by day

And as the waves slowly roll back the sand settles 

All that’s left of this daily dance are shapes formed like petals

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10-02-2024- Birdsong

Saturday 10th February 

I stop and take rest on the bench down by the river 

A fresh winter day, it’s cold and makes me shiver

I move to go on my way along the muddy path

When downs pops a blackbird using a puddle as a bath

I stop and stand in silence while I watch him splash about 

I stand and listen and realise there is birdsong throughout

Hiding in the trees and bushes sending up their chorus 

It’s like the birds have put on a show specifically for us

Perhaps they were reminding me how great Mother Nature is

And all it’s beauty, charm and wonder it freely gives 

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09-02-2024 - The Race Of A Lifetime 🤔

Friday 9th February 2024

The two old men stood on the start line

Two very different men

Both mature in age

Both living by very different moral codes

Both entering the race of a lifetime 

So much at stake……

The one didn’t start the race 

He couldn’t remember why he was there 

The other didn’t move off the start line

He thought he could just talk a good race 

The loser?

The public who deserved more choice 

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08-02-2024 -Dance Your Sole Away 😂😩🤔

Thursday 8th February 2024

I danced the night away

My hips did swing and sway

I danced like nobody was looking 

But I seemed to lose my footing

I looked down in confused despair

My poor left boot needed a repair

I danced so hard I’d broken the poor sole

Inside my boot was now a gaping hole!

So the moral of the story - if you wanted to know

When dancing with all your soul beware of your sole! 

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07-02-2024 - The Old Oak Tree

 Wednesday 7th February 2024

May I rest here for a while

Said the Robin to the tree

Yes of course said the oak 

Please, feel free

The Robin sat awhile 

Admiring the view

The tree made no noise 

Until the Robin upped and flew

His branches creaked and swayed

As the wind rustled through his leaves

It is one’s duty to offer safety to another

This is what that old oak firmly believes 

It was a place of refuge 

For so many seeking shelter 

That large, old oak tree

Really was a great protector 

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06-02-2024 - check your puppies and jewels!!!

Tuesday 6th February 

Check your puppies and jewels!!!

I have a little message 

If you could stop for just a mo

It could save your life

So it’s a good tip to know!

Ladies check your boobs

It’s quick enough to do

Fellas check your tackle 

It’s not some strange voodoo!

If we check our bits and bobs

As often as we can 

Then we might just spot a change 

It’s goes for a woman or a man 

So ladies coppa feel

Of your puppies on your chest 

Gentlemen cup your jewels 

Put your touch to the test!

None of us want to find

A scary lump or change 

But it’s still so important 

To know our normal range! 

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05-02-2024 - Can We Be Friends?

Monday 5th February 2024 

I don’t think she likes me very much

I just don’t know what to do

I smile and ask how are you 

But she just looks right on through

I tried to stop and talk to her 

But she’s just gone in a whirl

I don’t know what it is I’ve done 

I’m really rather nice and fun! 

I suppose I have to reflect 

And treat her with respect

So no more wasting energy 

Worrying about yesterday 

I guess we are all different 

To think otherwise is ignorant 

But we should all still be nice

And here endeth my advice 😂

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04-02-2024 - Feather From Heaven

Sunday 4th February 

I sent a sign tumbling down

It gently fell upon the ground

I watched as you reached out your hand

Then stood and looked all around

I saw the look upon your face 

You knew this was our special place

I watched as you caressed the feather 

Both of us wishing we were still together 

You drop your hand by your side

The feather gently down did glide 

You lift your face up to the sky 

Why oh why did we have to say goodbye 

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3-2-24 - Glasses

Saturday 3-2-2024 - Glasses

I slip my reading glasses on the side

Confident that tomorrow on my nose they’ll glide

Confident that tomorrow I will still be me

Confident that I will need them to see

I crawl into my comfy bed

Laying down my weary head 

There lie her glasses on the side 

I pick them up and begin to cry

She thought she’d still be here today 

But it was her turn to slip away 

I run my fingers across the smooth frame 

I stand and wonder - will I ever see you again? 

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02-02-2024 - Hello Friday

Friday 2nd February 

The day is done

The working week gone

Its time to relax, chill and unwind 

It’s time for you to empty your mind!

So grab that corkscrew and unleash the wine 

The rugby has started so all will be fine 😂

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