by Richard Gildea | Sep 28, 2014 | Poetry
If I through thee should be of contrite heart Wouldst then in turn accept my hopeful plea Tis not for want of ‘Faith’ such words impart More surety of what one’s life could be Where once didst hold the promise of new day Perchance a glimpse of what said plans hath...
by Richard Gildea | Sep 26, 2014 | Poetry
This day began with ‘Guards’ upon their steeds Replete with all said finery, on show Parading up the Mall; such noble breeds Fulfilling nod to history’s tableau So glad was ‘One’ that we should come along Each by appointment; royally received As Majesty bade welcome...
by Richard Gildea | Sep 26, 2014 | Poetry
As Heavens opened up in sweet surprise To cool the evening air and bathe my form Twas then didst shelter seek, Neath dark’ning skies Yet there thou stood; my ‘island in the storm’ With face upturned to greet the cleansing pour Thine countenance betrayed held memory Of...
by Richard Gildea | Sep 25, 2014 | Poetry
Twas second rate (as rated) ‘Ship of Line’ Just one of four didst mind Lord Nelson’s stern Atop its mast twud fly the feared ‘Ensign’ Whilst teaching lesson Villeneuve must learn Here paddle steamer tugs; bereft ‘mainbrace’ Tho Turner reinstates with licensed brush...
by Richard Gildea | Sep 23, 2014 | Poetry
With young engaged in matters aired by state Regarding Union ‘joined’ in days of yore Twud seem to be for some a tad too late For them to right such wrongs as passed through lore Yet days ahead are soon to be revealed Enfranchised they’ve become, no more unheard Said...
