How can we make parliament more professional?
this question was asked on the news tonight 
A question that surely should not need to be asked 
in any workplace that was managed right 

Surely our government is the highest office 
where the examples should be set
Surely parliament is the most important workplace 
where rule compliance should be met 
 

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Looking down from 30,000 feet
racing at high speed across the sky 
Like rippled snowy ski tracks
fluffy white clouds play tricks on the eye 

A layer of stippled icing peaks
or a sea of cotton wool 
A thick smothering of shaving foam
or white shag pile deep and full 

Now there is a change in formation 
mistaken for land meeting sea
Resembling an icy ocean 
where small icebergs have b...

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Relaxing by the tranquil pool
watching wispy white clouds float by
Mesmerised by the swaying fronds
of palm trees reaching to the sky

The water gurgles and bubbles
shimmering in the bright sunlight
A snapshot for my memories
too soon it will be out of sight

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Peering over the horizon
the sun sets fire to the morning sky 
In vast fields of rich emerald green
animals gently graze as I pass by
 

Photo Credit Dr Amir Khan 

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Soak up this beautiful image
delicate blossom of cherry trees 
Soon petals will fall like confetti 
and carry away on the breeze

Quite magical to see the colour
these towering giants bring
A picture perfect moment 
epitomising spring in full swing
 

Photo Credit Dr Amir Khan

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Ding ding dong the blue bells are out
their sweet fragrance wafts on the breeze
The best time for a woodland walk 
under the shade of leafy trees

Woodlands carpeted in a sea 
dancing blue flows over the hills 
Each flower delicately shaped 
with its’s funnel and fancy frills

Photo Credit Dr Amir Khan
 

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The first night of our holiday
in the bar taking part in a quiz
We sit next to a friendly couple 
drinking a beer and a gin fizz

We didn’t get the highest score 
and didn’t win the prize of the night 
But we had a good laugh between us
at the answers we didn’t get right

Over the week we met up often
in the bars, restaurants and cafes
We chatted about this and that
shared stories of ...

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Pool water bubbles and gurgles
from underwater jet streams
The relaxing swooshing sound 
floods into my dozy dreams

In and out of consciousness 
I drift through the laziest day
Reading, sleeping, reading, sleeping 
many hours spent this way

Resting on my hotel sun bed
feeling the breeze soft and light
Gazing at the palest blue sky
where the sun shines high and bright

The familiar...

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It has been quite a while 
since I said I’m too hot 
But it’s thirty degrees
making this a hot spot

I am taking some shade
and trying to keep cool
But It’s too hot today 
for lazing by the pool

Its too hot for walking 
and too hot for working 
It's too hot for anything  
except sunshade bathing 

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A morning walk along the shore
the calm sea sparkles and glimmers
Gently washing over black sand 
fine dust that glistens and shimmers

We pass luxurious hotels
with beautiful garden displays 
There’s a few people on the beach
soaking up the warmth of sun rays 

Men fish from giant rugged rocks
eroded over time and tide  
Young and old walk, run and jog
some take a scenic cycle ride 

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That moment when the new day arrives
dawn breaks on the distant horizon 
The sky burns bright like glowing embers
to welcome and greet the rising sun

Daytime creatures slowly awaken
as the night gently turns into day
Those that prefer the darkness of night
retreat to slumber the day away

Photo Credit Dr Amir Khan

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Beautiful cherry blossom
catching the morning light
Soft pink floral splendour
sensational spring delight 

Winter may have its magic
but what makes my soul sing
Is the sight of new blooms 
and the promise that spring brings 

Photo Credit Dr Amir Khan
 

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A late evening scene from Blackpool
spectacular sunset last night
Reflecting in the distant sea
golden glow of shimmering light 

Gazing across this famous view
my mind drifts back quite happily  
Reminding me of childhood days
enjoyed here with my family 

Photo Credit Dr Amir Khan

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Sometimes nature puts on a spectacular show
it takes your breath away
I stop and take in this morning scene 
the most picturesque start to the day  

Fiery skies, whose beauty is doubled 
as the lake reflects it’s golden glow 
A swan elegantly glides by
across the rippling waters below

The wild birds are awakening
providing us with the best wake up call 
Eyes and ears now fully satisf...

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Those of us of a certain age
will remember The Kids From Fame 
In the early nineteen eighties 
their bright songs set the world aflame 

This morning one came to my mind 
an ear worm popped into my head
The original lyrics changed
to some different words instead 

The new version has a chorus 
which is not so cheery and bright
It possibly could cause offence 
as it is a tad impolite 

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Two beautiful warriors
this mornings battle has begun 
Creating a dramatic scene 
between the grey skies and rising sun

Intense clouds that promise rain
gather in the heavenly skies
The dawn sun sets them ablaze
to bring us this glorious sunrise 

Reflecting the skies overhead 
below the lake is calm and clear 
Carried on the gentle breeze
the sound of birdsong is all I hear 

Phot...

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The harrowing news continues
to shock, disgust and terrify
Tales of the most evil war crimes  
appall, anger and horrify

Russia proclaims that it’s all lies
and I think I would say the same 
If my army’s reputation  
was now one of ultimate shame

A soldier has a job to do 
and that is to serve and protect
Their brave and loyal duty 
carried out with honor and respect

It would see...

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Tis the season for magnolia blooms
flowery cups reaching towards the sun
Creamy pink, deep purple and brilliant white
heralding warmer, brighter days to come

April days bringing all four seasons 
delicate petals brave the sleet and snow 
Their time may be ever so fleeting
still they perform this magnificent show

Photo Credit Dr Amir Khan 

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I’m tired so tired 
no words of mine are good enough
no writes of mine are good enough
I’m tired so tired
no thoughts of mine are good enough
no acts of mine are good enough
I’m tired so tired
no face of mine is good enough
no look of mine is good enough
I’m tired so tired 
The sleep I get is not enough  
The rest I get is not enough 
I’m tired so tired 

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Thick mist has shrouded the landscape
the young sun is just appearing 
It peeps over the horizon 
to greet this beautiful morning 

The sky a gorgeous hue of peach 
creates a molten honey glow 
As the brand new day awakens
it brings us this delightful show

Photo Credit Dr Amir Khan

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Everyone, take your places please
careful, no props are to be disturbed
Clipboards, lights, cameras, action 
from now on, silence must be observed

No need for backdrop scenery
we have the most perfect location 
The realistic stage has been set
at the local railway station  

We selected the best actors
stars of stage, movie and TV screens
And award winning make up artists  
specialis...

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A Mother’s Day gift
casually picked up at the checkout till
Three bulbs in a cardboard pot
took pride of place on my window cill

Steadily they grew taller every day 
stout, sturdy and strong
Thick stems holding up large blue heads
surrounded by leaves wide and long  

Revealing clusters of blue stars
fragrant florets burst wide open
Soon the air was filled with scent 
a sweet, intoxi...

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Once upon a time
in a land not too far away 
People lived their lives
in a free and happy way 

Their leader a Prince amongst men
smart, brave and strong
His countrymen praised him
to them he could do no wrong 

Their close neighbours
came from “the land of make believe”
Ruled by a corrupt dictator
whose mission was to deceive

He was an monstrous ogre
a ruthless, greedy billionair...

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Last week the pretty trees blossomed 
it felt like spring was in the air
Now it feels more like winter 
those fragile blooms scattered everywhere 

The sunshine brought out bright colours 
the butterflies, bees and flowers
Now the gloomy grey has returned
as we dodge harsh, wintry showers

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If I could be a super hero
I would be the “Air of Spring” 
I’d sprinkle rays of hope an...

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Early to bed
and late to rise
still my face shows
these tired eyes

At 4 o’clock 
I’m wide wake 
a bad habit
that’s hard to break

I try to sleep
but my mind reels
Round and round 
like a hamster wheel 

Hot chocolate
and milky drinks
don’t help me
get my forty winks 

Over the gate 
I count the sheep 
no sure way 
to a full nights sleep

To reach my dream
I hope and pray
...

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I try to do a word puzzle
each and every day 
Wordle and Quordle
are my favourite games to play

Start with five empty squares
fill with any word you may choose 
The letters you enter 
determines if you win or lose

If the letter turns orange 
move it to another space 
If your letter turns bright green
it means it’s in the right place 

There are no clues to be had
luck plays an im...

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