My poetry is ‘experiential’ in that I like to base much of what I write on various moments and experiences be they sports, travel, moves or whatever. Yet more importantly, my poetry serves to assist with my well-being and to practice my spirituality. Upon reflection, I find that messages are often relating to faith, dreaming, making a difference, gratitude and hope.
I am by no means an expert poet, choosing to learn as I write and to write in a way that works for me. The ideas and words for my poetry come to me at all times of day (and night) and in many places (e.g. swimming pool, church, while driving, or just relaxing in my backyard).
With respect to ‘short stories’, I have written and completed a few and have a few more in the queue. Each of the stories, like the poetry, have been inspired by people I have met or moments experienced that have been special.
I will be sharing my poetry and short stories as part of blogging. This is a way of sharing perspectives and reflecting on moments. However I am also posting some of the poetry and short stories I have written for easy reference. I invite your feedback.
Poems and Short Stories
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Studio Dream
Another of my January 2025 poems. This one speaks to the importance of art and artists in the world within which we live. In…
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Christmas Party
Hey there! Merry Christmas! I started this poem before Christmas 2024 but only finished it in January 2025. Intended to capture and celebrate the…
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Despair
I wrote this poem this month (January 2025) as part of my interest in mental health and well-being. January and February are recognised as…
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All of Me
I wrote this poem this month (January 2025). It speaks to my growth as a person and my commitment to be the best I…
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A Trip to Remember
In 2008, I travelled with my brother David to visit Belgium and northern France in order to honour and commemorate those who fought in…
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Back Again
I wrote this poem as draft lyrics for a song writing workshop I attended this month (January 2025). One of my fellow participants has…
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Canadian Journey
I wrote this poem this month (January 2025) to reflect my love of Canada and my travels across and throughout our country over the…
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Frizzy (short story)
I wrote this fictional story in December 2024. Based in Ottawa but likely similar in every other Canadian community, the story is of a…
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On the Streets
We have all been exposed to the societal issue of homelessness, and people living on the streets for a whole variety of reasons. This…
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Road Hockey
Motivated by mention of ‘ball hockey’ when I attended an event in December 2024 with a well known and respected Canadian author (Terry Fallis),…