Uncle Colin     Uncle Colin died while we were having pudding. Not a squeak, just toppled forward, face first into his plum crumble and custard. "I think Uncle...

      Straight Lines And Circles & Triangles He did the usual things. He changed his diet and exercised. He listened to programmes about meditation.  He tried to find positives in...

      Familiar From dawn ’til dusk you paced the dusted Floorboards, patient until nightfall, when The spindled fingers of the forest snatched you From the cottage. Now at last You...

      Visiting The room smells of old cigarettes and stale whisky. I know he has been here, can see him sat on the bed flickering through my books, breathing in my perfumes, tasting...

      not this year   leaves move bravely dancing in the face of no wind like kids playing on the rails ain’t gonna get me not falling to the ground not this year   I shall...

    Last Tango on Archway Road The 143 was stopped at The Winchester when the driver ran onto the top deck holding a sequinned stiletto in each hand and a red rose between his teeth. The...

      Control Garment Madam, this is recommended: Sherwood’s Adjustable Bustle and Skirt. Eliminates compression from the female spine and heart. Or Thomson’s Patent Glove Fit Corset,...

      Poetry Workshop He puts the at the end of the line, sprinkles too many and’s around for their liking. He likes fuzzy poems, a bit rough around the edges.  Make ‘m work is what I...

    My Small Envies     The girl at the grocery counter who sees your polite smile. The extra door key you trust will be there if you need it. The spoon you search for when you...