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Help from the World
When we are troubled and are greatly distressed -
When our mind is distorted and is not at it's best.
We may banish the world and just concentrate
On our unhappy lives and the world we may hate.
We just think of ourselves - then inwards we turn.
But this is not the solution as we should all learn.
Know help is there and then always accept it.
It's available now and so do not neglect it.
Monday 25th December 2023 11:48 am
Everybody's Christmas
It is everybody's Christmas -
It's a time to celebrate.
It is everybody's Christmas -
We've waited so long for this date.
It is everybody's Christmas -
We are planning and preparing.
It is everybody's Christmas -
We are giving and we're sharing.
It is everybody's Christmas -
A time for kindness and good will.
It is everybody's Christmas -
And our stomachs we shall fill.
It is eve...
Friday 1st December 2023 8:17 pm
To Drink or Not to Drink? 🍸
All adults may easily pick and choose
To stay sober or to drink some booze.
It can make us silly or even absurd,
As we giggle with our every word.
Should we indulge in those drinks we crave?
Though it may change how we behave.
And with alcohol we may soon find
The huge effect it has upon our mind.
So whilst it may take our sense and fear,
The effect in time shall disappear.
And while...
Thursday 30th November 2023 3:43 pm
Standing Up For Justice
We must all fight for truth and justice,
And not hide behind a shield
Of cowardice and fear.
And never choose to yield.
We must stand up for all that should be,
Though we may be attacked,
But we must never run away.
Our courage must not be cracked.
So our enemies come to us,
As for you we do await.
And we must stand our ground
Against all those full of hate.
Whatever people may t...
Sunday 5th November 2023 4:15 pm
Retrospection
Should we spend our time just looking back?
And replay our lives all painted black?
Should we say 'What if's...?' or 'If only... '
To explain why we are sad and lonely?
So do not be angry with the past.
Try making your contentment last.
Don't be impatient. Do not fret.
And with the life you've led don't be upset.
So don't be cross. Don't be a quitter,
And of what has happened do not b...
Friday 20th October 2023 10:31 am
Sharing your Problems
If you are feeling down or low or weak,
It often helps if you'll just speak.
So tell of all your problems and each trouble,
Otherwise you may find that they'll soon double.
So each niggling thought - you must now vent,
And don't rest until they've all been sent.
So be honest and do tell the truth.
As this is neither shameful nor uncouth.
Sharing problems shall get you on the road,
Bac...
Wednesday 6th September 2023 3:41 pm
I Just Want An Easy Life
I do not like to engage in confrontation -
Though I may actually be in the right.
I do not like to have an altercation,
As it may lead to a fight.
Some words - they can be hurtful,
And they can be quite offensive.
Though I would like to be as hard as nails,
I always end up being defensive.
I would like to be courageous.
I would like to be tough and strong.
I would like to stand up to...
Tuesday 8th August 2023 3:39 pm
The Lord of the Rings. Part 1:- The Fellowship of the Ring
The Lord of the Rings is a wonderful story.
It is a tale of hope, courage and glory.
Into three parts is this story divided,
And which side will win is first undecided.
The first part is The Fellowship of the Ring,
And each of those nine members have something to bring.
Their goal for which they have all been employed,
Is that this great ring of power has to be destroyed.
Frodo Baggins...
Saturday 5th August 2023 8:23 pm
In or Out?
Which of these schemes of life is best -
To stay in or be outgoing?
Though we just could stay in and rest
All the world is there for showing.
Whilst at home we might feel secure,
There's much out there for us to miss .
And as all the world is there for us to explore
It's something none of us should dismiss.
Outside there is so much to see,
It's not something of which to fear.
And as ...
Monday 12th June 2023 5:40 pm
Adolescence
Life is never so tough, and nor is it stranger
Than living the life of a teenager
They have many problems and many fears
Coping with pressures, mainly from their peers.
Life can be complex at this difficult time -
Trying to be first to the top of the ladder they climb.
They might feel they have the world on their shoulder,
As they strive to survive as they slowly get older.
It is a tim...
Wednesday 7th June 2023 11:56 am
Men
Men don’t like to show their feelings,
So they must seem strong and tough.
And they must not show signs of weakness
And while some are refined, others are rough.
Men deal with one thing at a time,
As they cannot multi-task.
And while at times they may need help,
They are then afraid to ask.
Men do not like to return things,
As it’s awkward and a hassle.
But they love to be king o...
Thursday 11th May 2023 3:51 pm
Bullies
As we look at our society,
We'll see one that creates most anxiety.
It's one that we should all despise.
It is one which no-one should disguise.
It is a bully - as they bring distress,
Turning good people's minds into a mess.
To destroy confidence is their aim.
Then after that they'll just do the same.
For victims they will always seek,
Searching for those who seem weak.
But for what...
Sunday 30th April 2023 12:47 pm
Looking back...
If we look back in time and see
All those who brought us misery,
Should we hate or should we forgive?
With which of these should we now live?
Shall we find peace or be embittered?
Shall our minds be clear or with troubles littered?
Should we in joy or sadness wallow?
And which of these paths should we follow?
Shall we resolve to be dejected?
And accept when have been rejected?
Should...
Saturday 8th April 2023 6:33 am
Recognition
Is it important to get recognition
For all our achievements and ambition?
Is it important others know when we are good?
Not have our names dragged through the mud
Is it important for us to be seen,
And have people know just what we mean?
Is it important to be highly praised
And in all perceptions firmly raised?
Is it important to have popularity
To be understood with total clarity?
I...
Monday 20th March 2023 6:06 pm
Keep to the Right Path
Whenever you start to fret or worry,
If you feel impatient or in a hurry.
And you realise that you may be stuck
Walking your path of dreadful luck.
You feel despondent and dejected,
And by the whole world quite rejected.
Then you may ponder and you may think,
How much lower can my despair sink.
But can you just step off this road?
Can you set your mind to a cheerful mode?
Your view o...
Friday 27th January 2023 1:51 am
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