Years ago, I wrote this as a piece of prose, but I always thought it could be something more. A couple of months ago, in February, I transformed the prose into verse. What do you think? Happy poetry month!
A Love Letter
Words dance before my eyes.
Sometimes I’m forced to guess at your intent.
You are always a puzzle, a surprise.
You entertain me.
Do you remember the time I was reading you
to a group of children?
until
one of the children stopped me.
It seems you had fooled me,
but you hadn’t fooled the child.
it was long ago,
and I have forgiven you.
that your relationship
with others
is easier
and more harmonious
My passion for you
grows
stronger
every day.
On this blog in April
On Mayne Island
Items of interest for writers and readers...
Poet TeaThursday, April 9th2 PMAgricultural Society HallMayne Island
"Yes, it is time for our second annual world-famous Poetry Poet-Tea. Join us at the
Ag Hall on Thursday, April 9th from 2:00 to 3:30 pm. Poets, bring your own offerings to share. Poetry lovers, bring a poem or two from one of your favourites to read to us. A poetry-lover but shy? Pop in to listen, visit and enjoy yummy treats (and tea of course). This event is free and all are welcome."
-Elenor Cocker, Board Chair of Mayne Island Library
("Library Notes," MayneLiner, April 2026)
Lynette M. Burrows' article for Writers in the Storm was published just in time...
will air on a variety of CBC venues
from April 13 to 16
"Yes, it is time for our second annual world-famous Poetry Poet-Tea. Join us at the
Ag Hall on Thursday, April 9th from 2:00 to 3:30 pm. Poets, bring your own offerings to share. Poetry lovers, bring a poem or two from one of your favourites to read to us. A poetry-lover but shy? Pop in to listen, visit and enjoy yummy treats (and tea of course). This event is free and all are welcome."
-Elenor Cocker, Board Chair of Mayne Island Library
("Library Notes," MayneLiner, April 2026)
will air on a variety of CBC venues
from April 13 to 16
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Oops... I was having so much fun doing this and that and... I almost
forgot to add this.
Happy Easter!!
It's a warm and sun-filled day on the grand old lady Mayne.
I celebrated the rejuvenation this day symbolizes by
spending time with friends and family.
