Joyce Hemsley Poems

Forty Word Poem.

Twilight melodies seldom deceive
A picture of wonderment they weave.
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As clear as a shining crystal
In the rays of the noonday sun
The view is a scene of beauty
Across the sparkling horizon.
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In my early school years
A favourite Poet of mine
Was the great John Masefield.
Born in the nineteenth century,
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When all the hard work is done
By every mother's son,
When all the bricks are laid
And the National Anthem played.
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Forty word verse:

Each new morn, I awake feeling blue
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Forty Word Verse:

How sweet are simple joys of life
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Forty word verse:

He adored her face
And her satins and lace
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Forty Word Verse:

When melting snow falls from the hillside
Flooding may follow ~ sad but true!
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Forty word verse:

Surely there's more happiness for me.
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Holy lamb of the meadow
What is your quest...
As you relax 'neath the trees
Taking your rest?
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