DEARIE : TEMPOEM
The inspiration for this tempoem comes from the revelry of the celebrations that often take place in Canadian pubs during Canada Day.…
TRISTE NOVEMBRE
This narrative poem has taken longer than usual for me to compose due to the dismal weather we've been experiencing here in B.C. and my mood swings of late. Although I have written it from a child's point-of-view, it does reflect my attitude towards this transitional period between fall and winter.…
KAMALA : ACROSTIC
This acrostic poem describes the personal attributes of Kamala Harris, the vice president of the U.S.A.…
HOO'S THERE?
A short rhyme depicting the Hallowe'en scene.…
MY HALLOWE'EN COSTUME
Updated. OCTOBER 30, 2015 ~Wishing all the costumed children and their supportive parents a HAPPY HALLOWEEN for Saturday, October 31, 2015.…
LE BEL OCTOBRE
Through this piece of free verse (prose poetry?) I wish to share the beauty of the fall colors that have been spectacular this October in our city of Prince George (B.C., Canada).…
MS. BALLARD : LIMERICK
This is a simple, teasing limerick composed and published for the benefit of a former colleague ofmine.…
PUDGY
A humorous, little poem to entertain those who are struggling with weight gains just prior to the holiday season.…
OUR CANADA
On this Canada Day, July 1st, 2016, let us invite our friends around the world to join us in our celebrations of peace enjoyed by all inhabitants of this precious land.…
MAMA NEVER COMPLAINED
This ballad style ode to my Mama is autobiographical and heartfelt. It could be preferred reading between Mother's Day and Father's Day but beware as you might find it tearful…
THE "NICEST" FATHER'S DAY
Updated: June 14, 2015…
THUNDERSTORM : ACROSTIC
On reading this acrostic poem you will be reminded of the danger of being exposed to severethunderstorms.…
CHERE MAMAN
This poem is a tribute to my dear mother for Mother's Day this Sunday, May 13, 2013.…
DARLING KATE
This short rhymed couplet poem expresses the sadness that many of Princess Kate, Duchess of Cambridge's followers must be feeling over the recent news of her cancer surgery. I hope you willjoin me in wishing her a speedy and full recovery.…
SPIDER, SPIDER
A couplet poem personifying a spider…
DEBORAH : ACROSTIC
This acrostic poem describes one of my new and very different friends. It is a must read for outdoor enthusiasts and dog lovers.…
BON PAQUES : Senryu (chain)
A bittersweet Easter poem.…
SHE'S A LADY
A tribute to Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, wife of Prince William, Duke of Cambridgewho, since birth, has been second in the line of succession to the British throne.…
FRIEND : ACROSTIC
Simplicity is my intention in this serious, succinct acrostic poem dedicated to a sincere friend.…