I bought a jar of face cream just the other day
And, entré nous, it really was expensive;
Could I believe the wondrous claims it made?
The list went on, and it was most extensive.
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When Romeo wooed Juliet
To profess his everlasting love
He had to reach her balcony
Situated high above.
He was young, and fit and strong
And never had a thought of failing
Unl... Read More
I’m coming apart at the seams I am
I’m coming apart at the seams
I never thought in my wildest dreams
That I’d be coming apart at the seams.
When I was young I’... Read More
If ever you’re stricken with Polymyalgia
You’ll look back on your life
With a sigh of nostalgia
When you walked without effort
To run you were able
And you had enough o... Read More
The house next door is empty now
My neighbour gone to the care of strangers
Her eyesight and her memory failing
She could no longer live alone.
There was no time to say goodbye
She... Read More
I’ve often wondered how St. Patrick drove the snakes
Right out of Erin.
Was it something that he said to them, or something he was wearin’
That made them turn away and go ... Read More
We’ve gathered here to celebrate St.Patrick’s day
But what is it that brings us here?
We are a funny lot.
We’ll wear the green and sing the songs
That don’t... Read More
There’s a lot of twaddle written
About a saint called Pat
And artists all depict him
In a robe and pointy hat.
Australians have the nerve to sing
‘Dear saint of ou... Read More
Buses manoeuvre into parking spaces
Guides shepherd their pilgrim flocks.
Street vendors sidle, brandishing souvenirs,
‘Postcards two shekels,
Silk scarves very cheap.’... Read More
Monday morning, right on seven
It’s the closest thing to heaven
When we join in meditation
Lose ourselves in contemplation.
Candlelight and flowers sweet
Grace the ... Read More