Category Archives: POETRY

THE CASE FOR TEACHING POLITICS IN SCHOOLS.

I think one should take a political test, Before one’s permitted to vote; A sound understanding of the politics of the day Is essential – not crap learned by rote. I think we’d get better politicians this way Because voters … Continue reading

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SMALL BUSINESSES BUILT THIS COUNTRY …. 18th Feb 2015

If I was  millionaire business woman I’d start buying up corner shops; I’d keep re-investing the profits Until i had bought up the lot. I’d staff them with ex-cops, ex-army, Honest, hardworking folk get work too; Ex-criminals who want to … Continue reading

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BRITAIN 2014

He sits on the street With his cup at his feet, Hoping someone will help – Give him change. Such a very young man Doesn’t quite understand Why he’s homeless and lost, It feels strange. * So he shoulders the … Continue reading

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PROSE EDDA

A soft, surface skin of serene sophistication Hides well the berserker behind the facade Of politeness and manners and other things gentle, Things needed to keep the sword back in the yard. * When needed we fight full of blood, … Continue reading

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PARADIGM SHIFT 2014

The dinosaurs lumber in the mountains so high, Lizard thoughts in their brains wandering turgidly by. “Things are this way, always have been, and they always will.” But beneath them are creatures, quick-witted and skilled. * That the lizards are … Continue reading

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BAD DAY (in memory of Robin Williams)

Big black cat jumping on my back Knocking me down in a deep, dark pit No-one sees anything, I am alone My eyes are so empty, as here I sit.

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YES, YOU!

If there is a God And Jesus was true, Then what is it, exactly That you think you do? “Love thy enemy” Jesus said, “Kill thy enemy, Make sure he’s dead!” Say you – The Christian. God the Father, God … Continue reading

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RED

When I am old I will wear red; I will dance and sing On the graves Of my enemies, Clothed in their blood.

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SCHITZOID

A split, a breaking down Between the laughter and the frowns Led me to total self-misrepresentation; Isolated and dismembered, Ever since I can remember’ Fighting off the pain of self-realisation.   It is frightening and strange To find your mind’s … Continue reading

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NO GOING BACK

NO GOING BACK There is no going back, even if you want to; There is no going back, even if you try; You can’t go back and change the future; There is no going back, you cast the die. There … Continue reading

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