Tag Archives: memories

View from the Window

Posted on March 3, 2018 by Rosalie Squires

Margie slowly opened her eyes. The curtains were pulled back and she could see a rectangle of grey sky criss crossed by the window frame. Gradually she moved her gaze round to the familiar picture of two little boys looking … Continue reading →

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The dolls house

Posted on November 28, 2013 by Rosalie Squires

In theory Patsy had a dolls house to play with But… There was a problem And the problem was Jane Whenever Patsy played house Jane would decide to play too Patsy arranged the furniture Jane knocked it over She put … Continue reading →

Posted in Life | Tagged childhood, disappointment, dolls house, emotion, memories, Relationships | Leave a comment

Yearning for love

Posted on November 8, 2013 by Rosalie Squires

I came to this earth I looked around seeking love Surely that’s not what I came for? Was I not sent to bring love? This human life dulls memories Of who I truly am I must rediscover my origins. A … Continue reading →

Posted in Poems, Uncategorized | Tagged child of light, earth, light, love, memories, origins, rediscover | Leave a comment

Happy memories

Posted on August 12, 2013 by Rosalie Squires

Happy memories Reminding us how good life can be Reminding us to be thankful Urging us to fill each day With happy memories For times to come.

Posted in Life, Photos, Poems | Tagged childhood, happiness, Joy, life, memories, sandcastle, seaside | Leave a comment

Once upon a time

Posted on July 15, 2013 by Rosalie Squires

Once upon a time All stories started thus The rhythm trained the ear And we were primed to hear The story that unfolded. Once upon a time Our minds would still And be alert For pictures painted By the words … Continue reading →

Posted in Poems, Uncategorized | Tagged childhood, memories, Once upon a time, words, writing | 1 Comment

The park

Posted on July 1, 2013 by Rosalie Squires

Small My park is small And I’ve only been there Once My special park. A seat or two And a disused Sandpit A large tree And sunshine. The park that witnessed A special moment In time. Sticky toffee apple Dancing … Continue reading →

Posted in Poems, Uncategorized | Tagged Autumn, memories, nature, outdoors, park, perspective, Time | 2 Comments

Happy Birthday Mum

Posted on June 6, 2013 by Rosalie Squires

Today is Mum’s 85th birthday but she is not here to see it. She didn’t see her 70th having died in January 1978. Mum with her Granddad 1933 Mum and Dad as I remember them

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged death, happiness, life, memories, Mum, Relationships | 5 Comments

Hospitality and trust

Posted on June 3, 2013 by Rosalie Squires

I came from a muddy field Drawn in by your irresistible warmth and light Basked a while in generous hospitality Then… Then what? What really happened? I made a decision I thought you wouldn’t like And refused to discuss it … Continue reading →

Posted in Poems, Uncategorized | Tagged choices, hospitality, memories, Relationships, trust | 2 Comments

Seeing things from the other side

Posted on May 30, 2013 by Rosalie Squires

Look at you, my own baby Child of mine, a part of me I dream again that things can be That have ’til now eluded me I live again and will be free To guide your life so dreamily I … Continue reading →

Posted in Poems | Tagged childhood, communication, dreams, emotion, life, memories, perspective, Relationships | 5 Comments

One year on

Posted on May 18, 2013 by Rosalie Squires

Yes, it is a year since I started this blog with the following: Earth is but a raindrop in the sea of heaven. How does that make you view your own dealings upon this earth? It went under the title, … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized, Writing &Blogging | Tagged anniversary, blogging, expression, heaven, memories, perspective, questions | 2 Comments