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The Canal Walk
A walk along the Canal On a spring day On my beloved's arm We stroll along the wind in the rushes The paint of the lock keeper's cottages We spot…
Buried Angels – (Tuam and Letterfrack)
Buried angels Buried Babies Buried secrets Sins of the past Deep in the soil Grey Clouds People quietly visit and pray Septic tank secrets What will it achieve By digging…
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The Cemetery
Each day I see them. Come and go. To visit their loved ones. Day in day out they come. Bearing plants and flowers. In both winter and summer. Moments of…
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Wit
Intelligent conversation, jokes as well, A quick wit, as most see, can tell. Clever talk, ideas world shared, Loving thoughts, critics not spared. Is wit wasted, yes in desert…
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Loneliness
A big heart, emotional being, Tears from heart, hidden not seen. Few understand soft heart strong, A happy child all day long. This crowded planet, times still alone, Can…
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David and Goliath
A giant man, versus stubborn might, When hit with rock, got almighty fright. This puny man, determined sling, Warrior of truth, ancestors do sing. Odds favour, yes the brave,…
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Spring
Nature wakes, from it’s frosty sleep, New growth seen, even baby sheep. Birds sing, cheer, spring is here, Another day celebrate, another year. Twitipating animals, love all around, Nature’s…
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Mullingar
Platform early morn stands Damp cold morning coffee in hand We all wait yes half asleep Human zombies in a heap. Sleepy morning, peaceful air, More chilled , find…
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The Seeds of Life
The wondrous days that pass, With each swift breath blow fast The seeds of life are cast, Oblivious to how long they are actually going to last Those parading through…
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Harbour Street, Tullamore
Here are Sunday afternoon shoppers where another time ago the silence of religious observation hung penitentially, or, on occasion, a club match in O’Connor Park might see a procession of…