Distant voices

These poems are part of an anthology of poems I wrote when I first started writting poetry back in 2004.

The subject matter deals with both mental health issues and all that entails and finding faith.

Eden before the fall

In my garden, I walk bare foot Amid the lush green-grass wet with dew. Above are trees standing majestic like fortresses.

Ater the fall

Remember my garden that wonderful place. Well now it’s winter and gone without trace. The space where I am is musty and old. Reminiscent of tenants who’s plights to dire to be told.

Black heart

I choose not to represent I care not to know The damage my actions May cause to those unknown This lump in my chest Its chambers filled with pride Will lead me wilfully

Stigmartyr

. (A report for fellow suffers) Young Christian with Schizophrenia Yeah, you’ve heard it in the media. Was arrested on suspicion. Of spreading the word and radical-Isaiah-shun.

battle of the sexes

The battle of the sexes is a battle worth fighting for But is the battle of the sexes a battle worth dying for? Of all the battles this world has...

the sky is grey all day

The sky is grey all day The sky all day is grey The sky is blue but brighter than my mood The sky is brighter blue than my mood The sky is blue The...

Arson

I told you I was well And you comforted me By way of digestives, Tea and lip service I told you I was off My medication And you asked me No relevant...

Raymond Male

There he was standing by the female lounge A man of many years, standing unkempt Ragged like a slow burning fire, deserted like a starless sky His...