Annus Horribilis

When we last met, the country was breathing a sigh of relief free to go about each day as if everything were normal once more. This time the country is holding its breath reflecting, anticipating unsure of what comes next as steadfastness gives way to uncertainty. Last time, I was bitter. Everyone seems to be

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Jesus Said

Jesus said to the man,“Go, sell everything you have.”And the man grieved. Jesus said to the man,“You’ll be with me in paradise.”And his friend laughed. Jesus said to the man,“Get up and walk.”And the teachers scoffed. Jesus said to the woman,“Your sins are forgiven”And they were dumbfounded. Jesus said to his disciples,“Sell your possessions”And they

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Llanilltud Fawr

I haven’t set foot here in seven long old years everything looks so familiar; yet distant; the same winding streets have newer faces and familiar landmarks seem little-aged. Contrasting spirituality: old, and new The new found in the old, ancient traditions The old, still standing on a street corner Yet it seems dated now. I’ve

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Dún na nGall

Over the unmarked bridge A sense of something new Returning to a place I have never been Yet somehow, coming home. The path ahead narrows Bends, twists, curves Dips, ducks and dives Toward a grassy valley ‘Tween snow peppered hills. Past these hills she lies – Quiet, and unassuming Besides the river Old Red Hugh,

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Life’s A Beach

Things make sense here, Tired old rocks; battered, bruised and beaten by the waves as they break. Less than their former selves, yet more beautiful. Shining, in the warm coastal sun. Sand flows between my toes, golden, glistening specks refined by the years. My footprint barely known, cut short by the tidal, cleansing sea. I’m

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