by Richard Gildea | Jan 2, 2014 | Poetry
To walk before one runs, applies thro’ time By taking stock of all such choices made Initial plunge may prove less mountain climb; More treading water, as in plans hath stay’d Then inspiration calls to lift thine heart For betterment of self, in years ahead...
by Richard Gildea | Jan 1, 2014 | Poetry
As fair weather friends in droves peel away Confronted alone; our future’s unclear Where all didst chip in; aye “Back in the day” Now singular paths, leave life more austere Loads are for sharing; a burden relieved No task insurmountable, should we choose Helping...
by Richard Gildea | Dec 20, 2013 | Poetry
I ventured forth ‘twixt labyrinthine streets Replete with ‘fair trade’ bag and open mind My aim to gather in some Christmas treats Whilst searching out the wares of varied kind At “Toys ‘R’ Us” ‘twas fun, tho’ noisy too “Agent Provocateur” suspended dreams In choosing...
by Richard Gildea | Dec 20, 2013 | Poetry
Beyond a forest glade midst woodland sprawl Awaiting on the season of goodwill Here planted long ago; as fates befall Neath snow drifts touched by bite of winter’s chill Perhaps our numbered game leaves nought to chance Such plentiful supply of Christmas cheer Tho’...
by Richard Gildea | Nov 8, 2013 | Poetry
When all seemed lost, didst ride out into fray Couldst still yet prove to be most faithful friend In taking steps to cleanse my form this way Said ‘silver bullet’ finds own path to wend Tho’ low is now the point at which I lie “Hi-Ho” ‘tis shout within, proceeds...
