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Wind – Engaging Humour 2.1

I confess … I have an infatuation with wind!  Or should I be saying an inflatuation?  Every time I mention how windy the weather is Boyfriend will make a surreptitious […]

The Wedding Speech

The spouse’s speech is an important part of a wedding ceremony. It’s your opportunity to express your love and appreciation for your new partner, thank your guests, and share some […]

Weekly Smile – (TTC #M384)

Sadly, it been a long while since I made my last confession/TTC/Weekly Smile! … The thing is – life is starting to get back to normal. I’d love to say […]

The Luck of the Irish – Engaging Humour 1.4

“Our next speaker plans to deliver a topic that has captivated our imaginations for centuries. So hold onto your shillelaghs, (shil-lay-lees) because we’re about to embark on a satirical journey […]

Waterfalls … – (Tanka Tuesday #310)

Its beauty belies The harsh, unrelenting voice Of a waterfall. Feel, and beware its power Gemini has two faces (Tanka) Poem prompted by Colleen’s Tanka Tuesday Challenge #310. This week, […]

Weekly Smile – (TTC #M266)

We have managed to sneak a week away from the cost of the kitchen renovations. Boyfriend and I have taken Franny for a tour of Somerset. Starting from Bath, we […]

Gen Z – (TM Speech)

“Our Panel Moderator, Laura McHarrie has been a volunteer supporter for the Young Enterprise Programme for over 11 years; more recently, she has been a delivery officer for the employability […]

Weekly Smile – (TTC #M70)

I can hardly believe that it has been so long that I have posted a Trent’s Weekly Smile, inc Di’s Monday Three Things Challenge. I’m hoping to get back into […]

Sing – (Tanka Tuesday #298)

Elevate your voice; To improve mood, reduce stress, Release endorphins. To sing is good for the soul – Karaoke or choir? (Tanka) “Ukrainian Figurines” by Kirill Shevchenko (Groder) Image by Кирилл Шевченко from Pixabay […]

And so … – (Tanka Tuesday #295)

Sometimes the universe – Despite our kick and scream, Has a different scheme, For our future. (Abhanga) Photo by Jan Kopřiva Poem prompted by Colleen’s Tanka Tuesday Challenge #295. This […]

With Thanks – (Tanka Tuesday #293)

Recognise blessings – Hidden within each crisis Openings emerge -o0o- Recognise blessings – Thankful thoughts empower us Make us feel lighter -o0o- Hidden within each crisis – Behind dark shadows […]

Verdant – (Tanka Tuesday #288)

Gateway between body and spirit, the Anahata sits central. The heart opens to kindness, compassion; the nurture … of bonds with others. Serenity –   it’s nature’s healing green. (Nonet) […]

Weekly Smile – (TTC #M70)

Well here we go. I have been really remiss over the last month, since our trip to Ireland, in that, I have struggled to get back into my blogging regime. […]

The Root – (Tanka Tuesday #283)

Quietly sit and visualise, Feel the wind, hear the birds, touch the land, Recharge; walk bare foot on grass, The foundation of life. Ruddy roots revered, Keep us grounded, To […]

Weekly Smile – (TTC #M8)

Yesterday, I was wondering if we would actually set off in Fran the Van, for the Emerald Isle, today. I couldn’t lift my head off the pillow, let alone find […]

Weekly Smile – (TTC #1000)

Last time, I popped over to Mum’s, I took my life in my hands and ventured into the loft! Dah Dah Dah! She had previously given me some rather nice […]

Weekly Smile – (TTC #993)

Friends, Lindy and Steve made it round, Saturday, for a much needed catchup on life, the universe and world events. Over vegetarian moussaka, and courgette a la Grecque followed by […]

Tiger’s Eye – (Tanka Tuesday #277)

To open the creative sacral … That unleashes passionate lust; Take fast, light belly breaths and … Ignite the desire fire, Then blow more, more, it’s … Insatiable; That amber […]

Weekly Smile – (TTC #986)

There was no petition for a Platinum Jubilee Party in our tiny little cul-de-sac. We are an eclectic bunch of neighbours who quite happily chat away but have never socialised, […]

On Mercury – (Tanka Tuesday #276)

When bedlam prevails, Check Mercury’s position In the universe; It maybe in retrograde – That’s a jolly good excuse! (Tanka) Poem prompted by Colleen’s Tanka Tuesday Challenge #276. This week, […]

Weekly Smile – (TTC #979)

Last week saw the second anniversary of Dad’s final departure. To keep his memory alive, Boyfriend and I have been sorting the front and back lawns. He’d have loved that; […]

Weekly Smile – (TTC #965)

Sorry – it’s no good I simply can’t fit the three word challenge into this week’s weekly smile. I haven’t had a migraine, and nor did I have toothache (although […]

Weekly Smile – (TTC #965)

It’s been a long time since we gave caution a long throw and took off for an impromptu escape. This weekend, Boyfriend spotted that there was a freestyle Jive dance […]

On Patience – (Tanka Tuesday #273)

Tested Facts support you. Temper the need to act, Before you gather evidence. Eschew Folk wisdom that stymies the truth. Such, it is salient, To acquire … Patience. (Butterfly Cinquain) […]

Weekly Smile – (TTC #958)

The garden winked this weekend; the weather was too good to ignore it.  We set to the back lawn with shears for a short back and sides.  A few obvious […]

Pure White – (Tanka Tuesday #272)

Associated with perfection, It symbolises; chastity, Honesty, cleanliness, good. Personified by the Unicorn and lamb; All religions Adopt it  Such is White! (Nonet) Poem prompted by Colleen’s Tanka Tuesday Challenge […]

Weekly Smile – (TTC #951)

After last week’s lovely time in Bath, we are back to earth this Mayday weekend. This wet and windy Sunday, was spent clearing out the garage once again – this […]

Game Over – (Tanka Tuesday #271)

Be prepared For swift reactions, To your move. Don’t assume That, when you take advantage, They will be asleep. (Shadorma) Poem prompted by Colleen’s Tanka Tuesday Challenge #271. This week, […]

Weekly Smile – (TTC #930)

We took Franny out for a long weekend; it had been planned for some time. Saturday saw Bath V Northampton rugby; twas a forgone conclusion we’d lose; so no major […]

Weekly Smile – (TTC #930)

I did write a Weekly Smile, when I was in Italy last week! Just found that the Internet system beat me! I didn’t have my lap top – just had […]