by Michaela Turner | Jun 8, 2010 | Poetry
Alarm clock rings, reach for the snooze He’s there inside my head Get out of bed, get washed and dressed He’s there inside my head Go downstairs, feed the dog He’s there inside my head Fill the kettle, make a brew He’s there inside my head Make the breakfast, pack the...
by Michaela Turner | May 27, 2010 | Poetry
Scented candles softly burning Round a shrine for all to see The centre, a picture of a hero Stands in loving memory A single tear runs down her cheek As she dusts the photo frame Through her tears she whispers ‘I wish I could see you again’ She kisses her fingers,...
by Michaela Turner | May 26, 2010 | Poetry
Icom chatter blaring out Taliban know their whereabouts Heads down low they wait out of sight Soldiers prepare for a deadly fight Cascade of rounds flying overhead They spot the enemy in a river bed Firing back, making good their aim Soldiers now engaged in a killing...
by Michaela Turner | May 20, 2010 | Poetry
No news today No letters on my mat From my soldier far away I wonder where he’s at No news today No phone call from my son I know I shouldn’t worry But it’s natural, I’m his mum No news today I’m trying hard now not to cry I just want to hear his voice Another day has...
by Michaela Turner | Apr 29, 2010 | Poetry
Talk to me a little while Share with me your fears Keep a tissue close at hand To wipe away your tears Tell me of the loneliness You feel each passing day Tell me how you force a smile When asked if you’re okay Tell me of the heartaches As you face another day alone...
