I think I'm am an ordinary bloke, but with an abundance of passion. I write because it gives me pleasure to do so and because I enjoy words in both the written and oral form. I have known euphoria and I have known pain. I have seen and heard things that I wish I hadn't. My mind is my own nemesis, as I cannot switch it off. I usually find sleep difficult! I have served and been in conflict. I still believe in true love. My pet hate, is people promoted beyond their ability (The Peter principle) .
You can tell a Cheshire Cat
By the size of his grin
You cannot help but love him
Even though he wants to sin
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I had never felt grief before
But it came like a bolt of lightening
It took me out of the blue
I had never felt anything so frightening
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The first time I came under fire
I didn’t have any fear
I just heard the crack and whistle
As bullets passed my ear
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I live in a landscape where deer cavort
So I often stop and pause for thought
And relish within the sweet fresh air
Or the wind and rain, or summers glair
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