Poetry
Massacre of the Innocents
A poem written in response to the war in Gaza taking a historical perspective and considering the point of view of the children.
Two Tall Trees
A poem brought to life through animation exploring the relationship between two trees and their environment.
Valediction
Written a few days after the outbreak of the war between Russia and Ukraine, this poem reflects the brutality of war and contrasts the moral authority of its leaders. The poem is narrated to pictures of the war.
Exit Wound
Read by the author, Exit Wound is a disturbing poem that actually reflects the plight of a civilian woman – a victim of the war between Russia and Ukraine.
Deported (to Rwanda)
I wrote this after hearing of the Iraqi asylum seeker being deported to Rwanda who lost his appeal in court. He has mental health problems and wishes to be reunited with his sister with settled status in the United Kingdom.
Nanny State
Nanny State was written during the pandemic when the author’s elderly mother had to stand down all visitors to her home.
Time in Reverse
This poem was written for my nieces on the sad passing of their father, whom we all remember with affection.