Waking up in London 
what has the day in store?
We have a few things planned 
can’t tell you any more

Hopefully tomorrow 
I’ll have more news to tell 
I’ll let you all know then 
if the day has turned out well 
 

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There’s a cost of living crisis
affecting each and everyone 
So the politicians had a chat
to see what could be done

They called a mini budget 
and the nation hoped and prayed 
The results were disappointing
the country was left dismayed 

They chose to borrow more
to increase the national debt 
Eyewatering amounts  
a dangerous and reckless bet

Lower taxes for high earners
as th...

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Manderin ducks early this morning 
as a brand new day has begun 
As if mesmerised by its beauty
they line up to salute the sun 

As they watch the ripples on the lake  
gently reflect the golden light
The vibrant colour of their plumage 
makes for quite a wonderful sight 

Photo credit Dr Amir Khan

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Sunrise in the local woodland
a warm glow appears on the horizon
The dawn chorus sounds loud and proud 
as the birds serenade the morning sun 

Signs of autumn beginning to show 
the first leaves already on the floor
Following the eternal cycle
that will continue for ever more 

Photo credit Dr Amir Khan

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My bountiful white hydrangeas
bringing a simple joy that can’t be beaten 
Still giving us some pom pom love 
gently easing us into the next season

Flowers that bloom into autumn
are always that little bit more precious
Even more so when they put on a show  
so majestic and glorious 

Photo credit Dr Amir Khan
 

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Wake up Mr Putin 
smell the coffee hot and strong
You may consider you are right 
but you couldn’t be more wrong 

Hear them Mr Putin 
the strong women of your land 
Not willing to give up their men 
to risk their lives as you demand

Watch them Mr Putin
as the brave men turn and flee
Rejecting your coercive ways 
and military call up plea

Wake up Mr Putin 
your tactics are weak a...

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Just wondering if anyone is having trouble accessing previous posts through the date links.

Thank you

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A misty but calm morning
marking the crossroads of seasons 
The autumn breeze slightly chills 
and the summer sunshine weakens 

The start of summers goodbye
always bittersweet emotion
As we await the beauty
of autumn's vibrant explosion  

Photo credit Dr Amir Khan

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Rain that is welcomed by some 
and not so much by others 
Ducks take an early shower 
shake off their downy feathers 

The morning downpour continues
splish splashing to the ground
Singing it’s song with each drop 
a soothing beautiful sound 

Photo credit Dr Amir Khan

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She slowly opens her eyes and blinks
adjusting to the heavenly light
A warm and gentle smile appears 
as her beloved husband comes into sight

He greets her with arms open wide
holds her in a long awaited embrace 
His heart filled with much love and pride 
streams of silent tears roll down his face 

He guides her towards a wooden bench
where hand in hand they take a seat 
She rests he...

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Respectful silence fills the air
as the mass exhumations begin
What was once a peaceful woodland
gives up the secrets held deep within 

Rows and rows of crude makeshift graves  
a simple wooden cross marks each one
Just a number 
for each father, mother, sister, brother daughter, son

Lives taken far too soon
victims of cruel violence and war
As the world once again begs the question
...

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This mornings sunrise at the lake
marmalade hues smother the sky 
From behind the towering trees
a warm, honey flare greets the eye 

Night slowly turns into day
but not before putting on a show
Such a spectacular sight
it’s only right to soak in the glow 

Photo credit Dr Amir Khan

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Headlines with many Q’s E’s and U’s
as folk queue to join the queue for the Queen
Queues for queues makes unprecedented views 
the likes before we have never seen 

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A short ride on the Waterwitch 
followed by a stroll and picnic stop
Sometimes it’s the simple things in life 
that are difficult to top 

A beautiful autumnal day  
the sun shone high in the bright blue sky
Cows and sheep grazed in lush green fields 
whilst ducks and swans slowly glided by

The turquoise flash of a kingfisher 
caught everyone’s attention
The heron came in second place...

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I came across this on Facebook this morning. I enjoyed reading it and thought other WOL members may like it too. It's an example of a rhyming story entered into a competition. There is a new competition coming up soon. 

https://www.nycmidnight.com/stories/emily-marlow

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A single thread weaves its way  
through the tapestry of life  
Marking cherished moments 
along with times of trouble and strife

Continuous, unbroken fibre
of remarkable strength
Steadfastly interlaced through the years 
seven decades in length 

History depicted 
creating this intricate crewel
Pertinant to each and everyone 
this most precious jewel 

The mas...

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Dazzling September Dahlias
deep ruby Pom Poms that delight
Against a backdrop of emerald green 
jewelled colours vibrant and bright 

Masquerading as fruity gems
delicious, ripe and ready to eat 
Like strawberry and cream bons bons
a divine and tantalising treat

Photo credit Dr Amir Khan
 

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He came along and stole my heart
now he wears it upon his chest 
Friendly, handsome and courageous 
proudly puffing out his red breast

Perching himself on a low branch 
he joins us for a bite to eat 
Boldly takes a crumb from my hand
a moment so tender and sweet 
 

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Breathtaking birds eye views   
showcasing Scottish landscape scenes 
Sunshine and bright blue skies  
over fields and trees lush and green 

Through the verdant valleys 
along the long and winding road
Trailing the river’s gentle flow 
bearing it’s precious load 

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Images from Balmoral 
as the funeral cortege departs 
A sight to bring welling tears 
and deep sorrow to the...

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A wonderful image 
restoring much hope to the nation
Brothers reunited 
at this time of great tribulation 

A scene to make their Grandmother proud
their Mother and Father too
A sight the country has waited to see
so long overdue 

Hats off to them all
for putting their differences aside
A welcomed show of unity 
at this most difficult time 

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The whole country is in mourning
for our constant strength and stay
As the passing of our Queen 
was sadly announced on this day

Shockwaves rippled across the world 
to each corner of our nation
Her passing has brought much sorrow
spanning every generation  

For seventy years she reigned 
until ninety six years of age
Unwavering service and duty 
a lifetime spent ...

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We will miss those colourful outfits
your impeccable sense of style
We will miss the twinkle in your eye
that radiant and sparkling smile  

We will miss your sense of duty
such devotion, dignity and grace 
We will miss the elegant wave  
your cheerful, gentle and friendly face

We will miss you on the balcony 
when marking future celebrations
We will miss your wisdom and light 
on th...

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As much as we all hoped and prayed
today our worst fears came true
Earlier I wrote some words 
hoping Her Majesty would pull through

Alas the news followed shortly 
about the passing of our Queen 
Images and words shared far and wide
the likes of we have never seen 

I can’t find the right words just now 
to say how this news makes me feel
I think it will take time to sink in
and to ...

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Waiting impatiently for news
yet not wanting to hear it too
All thoughts are with her Majesty 
to hope and pray is all we can do 

A strange atmosphere closes in
enveloping the whole nation 
Feeling unsettled and concerned 
there is an air of trepidation 

A constant in all our lives 
as we thought she would always be 
On hearing the news today
we face a different reality 

I think ...

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Announcements made on the radio 
brings up to date news our way
The good, the bad and the ugly 
reports of the events of the day

This morning we waited on important news
that would affect our future wealth 
How quickly our concerns change 
on hearing of a downturn in our Queens health 

Now the whole country is united 
in wishing her Majesty all the best
As we pray for her speedy reco...

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We’ve got a new PM
Boris is out and Liz is in
She must be thinking right now 
where the hell do I begin

The country is in a mess 
so much is wrong not much is right 
She needs to prove to us all
that she is up for the fight 

The fight for all our futures
our future safety and health 
Our childrens education 
our economy and wealth 

We wait in anticipation  
not knowing what this...

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High above the fluffy clouds 
sky blue is streaked with hazy white 
Where cotton wool mountains grow 
and the dazzling sun shines bright 

Below us a snowy carpet
gives the illusion of solid ground  
Melting away as we glide through 
where the dull and grey can be found   

Coming home from holiday
as disheartening as melting snow   
Sun and fun is left far behind 
and now it’s back t...

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They say, when robins appear
loved ones are near
Some comfort he may bring 
when he starts to sing 
Whatever the reason
whatever the season 
He can often be found 
in the garden, hanging around 
A pleasure to see 
and full of personality

Photo Credit Dr Amir Khan
 

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Ip dip sky blue
which of these yachts is the one for you
large or small, dull or sleek
a lovely way to spend a week
Sailing on the deep blue sea
a nice treat for you and me 
Until the tank we have to fill 
and we need to pay the fuel bill

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Sunrise in the local woodland
lit up gold with the rising sun 
Trees basking in the gilded glow
as a brand new day has begun

The wild birds showcase their voices 
songs they learned over summertime 
A orchestral gift we receive
each morning as they chirp and chime

photo credit Dr Amir Khan
  

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Nice to meet you, my name is Herdy 
these are my friends Bo and Peep 
We live on the Cumbrian fells
with lots and lots of Herdwick sheep

We like to pose for photographs 
this place is a very good spot  
We will stand here for a moment 
just be sure to get a good shot

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The Covid pandemic would not kill everyone 
yet we spent billions protecting us all from catching the virus 

Starvation and hypothermia would kill anyone
how much is being spent protecting us all from this crisis 

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There are guns on the streets
shooting the innocent and young
There are knives on the streets
stabbing the innocent and young 

There are murderers on the streets
killing the innocent and young 
There are young ones on the streets
killing the innocent and young 

I’m not sure which upsets most
of all the news reports I hear 
But I know when I hear each one
it fills me with dread and f...

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Hedgerows full of summer wildflowers
set against softly coloured sunrise 
The perfect view to start September 
as the summer slowly fades and dies 

Scent of autumn carries on the wind
and there’s a chilly breeze in the air 
There’s still just enough of summer left
so enjoy each moment you have spare 

Photo credit Dr Amir Khan

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