Hi everyone,
Just a reminder that in August 2015, I created a new blog called ‘Communicating Creatively‘, which encompasses my 5 interests of Poetry, Photography, Writing, Public Speaking and Painting.
My latest blog can be found here: https://communicatingcreatively.wordpress.com
I will be removing the ‘Observations & Other Writings’ blog at the end of February 2017.
To avoid missing out on my new posts please visit/follow my new blog at the link above. 🙂
Kind Regards
David
Posted by communicatingcreatively on February 4, 2017
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2017/02/04/reminder/
I started this blog in August 2013. Initially it was going to be the blog for my general articles that I was intending on writing and maybe, the odd Poem.
Over time it came to pass that I was writing more poems than actual articles. I also had another blog called light inspired.wordpress.com where I was writing articles concerning Photography.
Over recent months, Writing has become more prominent than before, though separately I still enjoy writing poems and was thinking of a blog solely for them. It was starting to become evident that I was going to end up with 3-4 separate blogs which would have been hard to keep up.
That being the case, I decided to start afresh and I have started a new blog called ‘Communicating Creatively’ which encompasses my 5 main interests: Photography, Poetry, Public Speaking, Oil painting & Writing.
These interests all fit under the banner of ‘Communication’ and the new blog has been set up with Category Pages so that when you click into the blog, if you are interested in Photography you click on the the Photography page, Poetry, the Poetry page and so on…
I would like to invite my followers of this blog to check out ‘Communicating Creatively.’
https://communicatingcreatively.wordpress.com
At times on the blog the interests will cross-over as I am exploring different ways of communicating what I observe in the world.
This blog will remain up for now (until the new one has been up awhile). Some of the posts from this page may appear on the new blog though I am aiming for mainly new content.
I would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank those people who have commented on, liked a post, page, completed a pingback/trackback on my blog. You have given me great encouragement, for which I will be eternally grateful for!
Hope to see you over at my new blog https://communicatingcreatively.wordpress.com
Wishing you all the very best for the future! 🙂
Kind regards,
David Johnson
23 August 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on August 23, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/08/23/new-beginnings/
Posted by communicatingcreatively on July 9, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/07/09/building-the-peace/
Standing on that alien ridge
A distant planet rises
Orange’s and Red’s and Yellow’s glow
The higher in the sky it fires
Standing in pre-Dawn light I see
The horizon bathed in Blue
I stand there in so much wonder
Can this all be true?
Silence all around me
As the night carries on through
I want to reach out and touch the stars
As I gaze into the Blue
Bathed in an ocean of stars so bright
My mind seeks to be renewed
Into the night, into the Blue
Just simply enjoying the view
Written by David Johnson
4 July 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on July 4, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/07/04/into-the-blue/
Seeking detachment
In this life, chosen
Speaker, they voice
Instructions to all
Eager ears listen
For direction and guidance
Their Spirits are willing
Not left to chance
Guided they are
And so it will be
Detachment, it will
Ultimately set them free…
Written by David Johnson
29 June 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on July 1, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/07/01/detachment-2/
Posted by communicatingcreatively on June 27, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/06/27/deep-in-the-memory/
Experiential feelings
From deep within
Come from the Heart
Filled to the brim
Seeking audience
From near and far
Ready to impart
A veritable repertoire
Feelings played out
In the ceremony of Life
Learning more and more
In experiences so rife
Lessons are learned
Along Life’s journey
Wisdom gained
Plus moral certainty!
Written by David Johnson
20 June 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on June 20, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/06/20/experiential-feelings/
Droplets of relief
Fall over me now
Stress receding
Start believing
Within your Spirit
Slow your breathing
Start again
Comfort within
Action taken
Sure of your will
That notion of success
You are truly blessed!
Written by David Johnson
14 June 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on June 14, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/06/14/droplets-of-relief/
One of my favourite TV Shows is “Colour In Your Life.”
From the website:
“‘Put Some Colour In Your Life’ or ‘Colour In Your Life’, is a television series created by Master Artist and CEO Graeme Stevenson. It began in the small town of Murwillumbah, just south of the NSW/QLD border in Australia, and from this incredibly artistic region has spread out to encompass the arts and artists of Australia, and the world.”
I have watched and enjoyed this show, (and its accompanying website) for a few years now.
It is such a pleasure to not only view the Art, but also see the Artist in action. You also get to hear a snapshot of the Artist’s journey and their influences.
In Australia, ‘Colour In Your Life’ can me viewed on TV4ME (Channel 74) at 7.30pm on Saturday’s or on the website http://www.colourinyourlife.com.au
Now in its 10th series, ‘Colour In Your Life’ brings the expertise of the Artist to you, to inspire you to explore your own creativity!
I have included a link to episode from 25 April 2015 that I re-watched today. It features Artist, Jana Vodesil-Baruffi who gives a wonderful demonstration of painting with a palette knife, giving insights about influence and technique along the way. We also get to view some of Jana’s vast array of Art.
http://www.colourinyourlife.com.au/tv-show/season-10/item/429-jana-vodesil-baruffi
The ‘Colour In Your Life’ website is also in the process of becoming an Arts Hub for Artists all over the World. A place where you too can show and sell your Art.
I hope that you find ‘Colour In Your Life’ as enjoyable and inspirational as I do!
Written by David Johnson
13 June 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on June 13, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/06/13/put-some-colour-in-your-life/
Life, as we have come to see
Is as fragile as it can be
Tragedy can strike from ‘out of the blue’
Family and friends need to ‘stay true’
Relationships that have been built over time
One’s that age ‘just like a fine wine’
Helping each other right on through
When it seems hopeless and we don’t know what to do
Through troubled times, our character grows
Thoughts and prayers add to the flow
Staying strong throughout Life’s funnel
Ensures there’s light at the end of the tunnel!
Written by David Johnson
8 June 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on June 8, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/06/08/lifes-fragile-funnel/
Cascading light
Quite a sight!
Revealing form
Like lightning in a storm…
Textures flow
Nature, the Maestro!
Shadow play
Light’s forte…
Shimmering in the light
Claiming their birthright!
Into full bloom
Flowers loom..
Bathed in glory
Light conveys the story!
Written by David Johnson
8 June 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on June 8, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/06/08/cascading-light/
What happens to the feelings we have
Once they have gone away?
They dwell in the ether
To return another day…
When we have that pensive look
And our thoughts start to stray
Our minds drift to earlier times
And those old feelings come our way
Good or bad those feelings will
Be welcome or make us pay
It is our choice, it is our mind
Which one will you choose today?
Written by David Johnson
20 May 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on May 22, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/05/22/those-feelings/
Majestically it rises
The steel dinosaur
It creeps into the sky
Just look at how it soars!
Filled with tiny beings
Going about their day
Working so hard and long
To derive their extra pay
Shining in the Sun
An architectural marvel
A testament to the powers
Of the human carnival
A beacon to all mankind
Ambition of the highest order
The planner, the builder
Mankind the steel embroider
Majestically it rises
The steel dinosaur
It creeps into the sky
Just look at how it soars!
Written by David Johnson
19 May 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on May 19, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/05/19/steel-dinosaur/
Each of us has a story
A beginning and ending
How will yours be written?
The laughs and the loves
The hurts and victories
How is yours being written?
Memories and joys
Of peace and of strife
How was yours written?
Commemorate them now
As we raise a glass
There is no more to be written…
Written by David Johnson
15 May 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on May 17, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/05/17/a-story-written/
Street lights glow
In the dark of the night
A car drifts slowly by…
Lighting up a smoke
A person stands alone
Thinking about the day just gone…
Smoke rises in the air
Backlit by a street lamp
Drifts off into the night…
A distant figure looms
Along that dark and lonely street
Casting a long shadow…
Two strangers meet
Their eyes connect
A dalliance begins…
Walking off into the night
Hand in hand
Love begins to grow…
Street lights glow
In the dark of the night
A car drifts slowly by…
Written by David Johnson
15 May 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on May 16, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/05/16/late-at-night/
Recently I had the opportunity to spend some time at the Argyle Emporium, a second hand bookshop in the City of Goulburn NSW Australia.
Situated in the old Goulburn Police Station, a quintessential second hand bookshop, with books lining high shelves and stacked anywhere where possible, corridors that meander through the building revealing more rooms holding secrets of literature just awaiting to be discovered!
There is something special about an old building housing second-hand books.
Natural light permeates the rooms, enticing the reader to go deeper and deeper into it’s recesses…
We all have our favourite subjects. Upon entering a bookshop I am instantly drawn to the Photography, General Art, Poetry and Writing sections.
Scanning the shelves of Poetry, my eyes glanced over the treasures kept on the shelf. Then I saw it… “A Book Of Poetry” Edited by W M Smyth, 1961 edition. 380 pages of pure joy that now sat lovingly in my hands.
100 Poets ready to guide, enthral and captivate me!
It’s only my second visit to this bookshop. I can’t wait for the next one!
Written by David Johnson
15 May 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Argyle-Emporium/480133925393588
Posted by communicatingcreatively on May 15, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/05/15/the-argyle-emporium-a-step-into-the-past/
Sitting in a pub
Glass at the ready
Between each sip
Writing poetry
Music on the video
Sports on the TV
Relaxing thoughts
Feeling so free
Distant chatter
Constant discourse
Poker machines chant
Punters seek recourse
Pool ball hit
Reputation on the line
Black ball in pocket
Feeling just fine
Glass near empty
Poem near done
Cheers to all
Had a lot of fun!
Written by David Johnson
13 May 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on May 13, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/05/13/pub-thinking/
Rays track across the Earth
Lighting up the ground
The chasm fast approaches
No time to look around
Deep within it’s recesses
Nestles a stormy flow
Bending around the corner
Revealing a ghastly glow
The posse is approaching
Closer and closer they get
No time to stop and think
No time to stop and fret
Where to go? What to do?
Escape plan needed now
Idea comes, courage yes
Time to take a bow
Retreating first, galloping full
Time to build up speed
Heart in mouth, feet airborne
Posse to take heed
Chasm conquered
Freedom sure
Escape this time
For this outlaw…
Written by David Johnson
30 April 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on May 1, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/05/01/chasm/
Conversation springs
From the tallest of trees
On a perfect Autumn day
Feeling so at ease
The warmth of the Sun
There to be enjoyed
A slight breeze evident
Our Spirit’s are buoyed
In a sky so blue
Clouds they roam
Almost like a great
Gathering of foam
Drifting across the sky
Silent as they go
Creating shapes
As they constantly flow
Days like this
Relax our minds
Uplifting our Spirits
As we unwind…
Written by David Johnson
25 April 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on April 25, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/04/25/in-a-sky-so-blue/
Voices call out
In the distance so clear
The sounds of a party
Are there for all to hear
A gathering of family
A gathering of friends
Relationships strengthened
Good times, the trend
Sharing the stories
Laughing so loud
It must surely be
A great big crowd
Times like this
Are to be praised
For our Spirits need
To be constantly raised
Cherish those moments
We all crave so dear
And carry them on
All throughout the year!
Written by David Johnson
19 April 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on April 19, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/04/19/distant-voices/
That long sought after feeling
Drifts right on to
My infinite consciousness
And hangs onto
My mind is inviting
That feeling to stay
Otherwise that feeling
Would simply, drift away
Experiencing this feeling
Sets my mind alive
Gives me new hope
Taking life in my stride
As I set forth into the future
Carrying that feeling with me
The future is bright
For I can be me!
Written by David Johnson
16 April 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on April 17, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/04/17/long-sought-after-feeling/
Trickles of light
Enhance
Through the leaves
They dance
Trees stand tall
Enchanted
Shadows play
Feet well planted
Autumn colours
Loom
Lifting us
From our gloom
Spirit settled
Breathing easy
Ideas they flow
Thoughts come freely
Trickles of light
Enhance
Through the leaves
They dance…
Written by David Johnson
15 April 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on April 16, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/04/16/trickles-of-light/
Dreams in the air
Hang like leaves from a tree
They wait till they
Are formally set free
Filled with hope
They are set upon their way
Coming alive from within
Gaining momentum each day
Throughout the journey
Obstacles come
With fervour and grit
They shall be overcome
In each of us lies
Courage unseen
The starting point
Is with our own belief!
Written by David Johnson
5 April 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on April 6, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/04/06/dreams-in-the-air/
Majestically it rises
From the waters so clear
Caressing the rock face
That appears so sheer
Up over the land
And further beyond
It carries on through time
An invisible vagabond
Unplanned in it’s journey
Unsure of it’s destination
It goes about it’s way
Without a hint of caution
Sweeping across our land
Occasionally with fear
It refreshes the Spirits
Of all those who are near
I feel it on my face
As I sit near a window
A fresh wind so calming
One so soft and so mellow…
Written by David Johnson
25 March 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on March 25, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/03/25/majestically-it-rises/
Silently they stand
Commanding in appearance
Growing through years
Looking tall in the distance
Changes have been many
Man and his structures
Standing fine throughout
Life’s many junctures
From the smallest seed
They grew…
Through fire and storm
They are renewed…
Nestled in their arms
Their friends are many
Birds make it their home
Feeding their young aplenty
A beacon of Nature
There for all to see
Swaying in the wind
So strong and carefree
Respect them we must
For they give humanity life
Treat them with contempt
And we’ll end up in strife
Written by David Johnson
21 March 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on March 21, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/03/21/silently-they-stand/
Settling back against a post
As he listens for any sound
The Sun beats down upon his form
As he sits upon the ground
His hat is dipped so slightly
Enough to allow him to see
The horses coming by him
So wild and so, so free
Running full, their shiny coats
Shimmering and glistening
Their legs pound the Earth
Ears full of listening
So graceful is their movement
Mesmerising so
He straightens up and watches
Them put on a show
They gallop off in the distance
A dust cloud does ensue
The cowboy settles back
As they disappear into the blue…
Written by David Johnson
14 March 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on March 14, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/03/14/the-horses/
We live our lives
With hope instilled
To build our dreams
With all our will
Obstacles come
From time to time
To test our strength
As we make our climb
Staying power
Is what we need
Going for that dream
Striving to succeed
Think, plan and work
And believe
Dream that dream
And achieve!
Written by David Johnson
11 March 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on March 11, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/03/11/striving-to-succeed/
Sitting on the porch
Strumming that guitar
Writing about their history
They’ve come so far
From early beginnings
Throughout their youth
Within their songs
They reach for the truth
Hardship, working life
Make up the verses
All the while
In an emotional furnace
Journey’s been hard
Will to win stubborn
Going through their lives
Always been governed
Seeking redemption
Wanting to be free
Listen to their story
To the future, they foresee…
Written by David Johnson
7 March 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on March 7, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/03/07/emotional-furnace/
Bursting forth
In all its capacity
Water pours
Rather haphazardly
Random showers
Quenching the thirst
Seeds of life
About to burst
Breaking out
Of the casing they see
A whole new world
Where they can be free
Reaching up
To Sunlight so strong
They start to believe
That they will livelong
Over their Kingdom
Casting their eye
Part of the fragrance
Of friends nearby
A blessing they are
To all those who visit
A gracious carpet
Of flowers so exquisite!
Written by David Johnson
5 March 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on March 6, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/03/06/seeds-of-life/
Photos on the wall
Tell our story
Convey our joys
And our history
Happy faces
Joyous moments
Richness of life
In all its components
Showing our growth
At each turn
Wanting the life
For which we yearn
Depressing times
Cast aside
Loving times
Fortifies
Presently feeling
More inspired
Love of life
Re-acquired
Written by David Johnson
4 March 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on March 4, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/03/04/photos-on-the-wall/
Sitting under a tree
Engrossed in a book
The world passes by
No need to look
Within your world
You are at peace
Happy as can be
It’s your release
Alone with a book
Is such sweet pleasure
As you uncover all
Its Earthly treasure
Sometimes fiction
Sometimes reference
You need to choose
It’s your very own preference
With each page
Your mind is fed
Your life enhanced
And your Heart is led
Turning each page
Leads you to uncover
The very thing
That makes you a book-lover!
Written by David Johnson
26 February 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on February 26, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/02/26/the-book-lover/
I came across a book today
Bought in ’71 on holiday
At 8 years old
It seemed like Gold
Though it remains unread until this day…
Purchased in Northern NSW
It must have been on sale
A Paperback for $1.75
Imagination set to thrive!
Still, it remains unread until this day…
The author is Bill Harney
It’s about Australia’s Country
Excerpts from his life
The fun and also the strife
Though it remains unread until this day…
The title is relaxing
Certainly not too taxing
A lot of fun, it is
‘Content To Lie In The Sun’
Still, it remains unread until this day…
Throughout my life I waited
For that time anticipated
When that feeling would come
In the form of some wisdom
Though it remains unread until this day…
Today I’ve got that feeling
My Heart has started to sing
Without any hesitation
And much anticipation
I started reading this book today!
Written by David Johnson
14 February 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on February 14, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/02/14/the-unread-book/
Sprinkles of light
Fade into the distance
The warmth of the day
Giving up it’s resistance
The birds are chirping
In their own unique ways
Taking it in turns
Telling us about their day
A gentle breeze
Serenades us all
Tis the end of the day
As night begins to fall
The temperature decreases
Calmness returns
Our Spirits are settled
The day is ajourned
Written by David Johnson
8 February 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on February 8, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/02/08/sprinkles-of-light/
It seems a long time ago
Too long a time in fact
That I sat around a campfire
To listen and chew the fat
Staring into the ghostly flame
Hearing the crackling wood
I know I would do this
More often if I could
Shrouded by the night
The campfire sings it’s song
Flames dance all about
Amongst the Earthly throng
Long into the night
Stories ring long and ring true
Spirits are restored
Nature’s light shines on through
Written by David Johnson
6 February 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on February 6, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/02/06/the-campfire/
Deep within our mind
Thoughts drift about
Developing into ideas
Screaming to get out
Triggered by circumstance
Nurtured by time
Aged in our mind
Just like a fine wine
Life changing thoughts
Emerge from within
Changes for the better
A new life begins!
Written by David Johnson
6 February 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on February 6, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/02/06/deep-within-our-mind/
Riding along the highway
Desert clouds loom
Out from the horizon
Hear the thunder boom!
Rain, it falls
Like sheets of glass
Tearing across
Long dried out grass
Ghostly calls are heard
Long borne in strife
Clamouring for attention
Mere remnants of life
Rising from the Earth
Those next in line
Continue their journey
An infinite paradigm…
Written by David Johnson
30 January 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on January 31, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/01/31/remnants-of-life/
Into the distance
Our mind forecasts
Better things
Than in times past
Working hard
Change the tune
Thinking smart
Toward that fortune
Restless Spirit
Needs reassuring
Imagination
Quite alluring
Focus required
Plans in place
Steady as she goes
Still in the race!
Written by David Johnson
30 January 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on January 30, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/01/30/into-the-distance/
In times of sadness
When your Spirit needs lifting
And you can feel your Heart
Is alone and drifting
Think of those times
Your Family does cherish
Your mood will be lifted
No time to perish
The precious memories
Your mind does hold
Will live on and on
Forever retold
Written by David Johnson
30 January 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on January 30, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/01/30/when-your-spirit-needs-lifting/
Pink Floyd late at night
Retrospective thoughts
Sometimes subtle
Sometimes haunts
Deep within
Peacefulness grows
Listening intently
Feeling overflows
Contemplating notions
Contemplating time
Heart and Mind
Imagining a lifetime
Pink Floyd late at night
Retrospective thoughts
Sometimes subtle
Sometimes haunts…
Written by David Johnson
23 January 2014
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on January 25, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/01/25/pink-floyd-late-at-night/
Feelings they flow
Upon a gentle breeze
Greeting each new person
With the greatest of ease
They rest upon our minds
And cause us to think
What we mean to each other
They are the missing link
Joining us together
Making us strong
Lifting the barriers
We just want to belong
Those feelings enlighten us
Giving us lasting joy
A lifelong endless glow
To eternity they flow…
Written by David Johnson
21 January 2015
© Observations & Other Writings/David Johnson 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on January 24, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/01/24/feelings-they-flow/
When loss is here
It is so hard
Fighting through tears
Life plays another card
Thinking back
Of times well shared
Life was given
We all cared
Special moments
Come to mind
Family joys
One of a kind…
A life-long partner
Of sixty-three years
Mum shared your life
Your joys and your fears
Children, spouses and grandchildren
Arrived in this world
We remember you now
As life unfurls
You loved the horses, your Rose garden
Playing cards, a social drink
A BBQ, a discussion
And time to think
Dragons and Bulldogs
Were your teams
A staunch supporter
They were a dream
A bet on the horses
A beer with your mates
Supporting your League teams
Made you feel great!
We remember that laugh
The commanding voice you had
That sense of humour
Thanks for being our Dad
Now it’s time for you to go
And for us to say goodbye
Farewell Dad, Love you
We will remember you all of our lives.
Written by David Johnson
17 January 2015
Dad was born on 3/7/1929 and passed away on 16/1/2015.
Our Family honoured Dad’s wish of a low-key, private funeral.
On behalf of our Family I wrote the above poem which was
read out by the Celebrant at his funeral on 22/1/2015.
Rest In Peace, Dad.
Posted by communicatingcreatively on January 23, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/01/23/remembering-dad/
Peaceful notes
Ring out
Birds in the trees
Sing out
A joyful song
It is
Relaxing us
Deep within
Time for us
To recharge our minds
And recount gently
Spirit redefined
Replace within
Our minds so clear
Positive thoughts
We begin to hear
Moving forward
From this moment
The way is clear
Seek enjoyment
Written by David Johnson
16 January 2015
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Posted by communicatingcreatively on January 16, 2015
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Have you ever thought about why we choose the very next book to read?
Is it because of an interest in that subject or are we drawn to a particular book for a particular reason, or both?
Currently I am reading the following books:
Generally I will have at least two books ‘on the go.’ One is normally fiction and the other a self-development book of some sort.
On the weekends I often find myself up early & either before or after a walk, I grab a Tea (mostly), sometimes a Coffee and I sit out in our Sunroom and look at the bookshelves. If inclined I wander over and I scan the shelves.
Often it will be an Art or Photography book that I select. I will flip through it and then if it is ‘speaking to me’ I will sit down and allow it to ‘carry on the conversation’ with me.
Today two books caught my eye:
In flipping through “I Dare You” there were a couple of segments that “spoke to me” and have suggested to me that I need a change of attitude in some areas of my life.
“Philosophy Of The Arts” covers the pleasure, emotion, understanding and meaning plus covers topics such as music, painting, photography, film, poetry, writing and architecture, all of which fascinate me and I find that Art is becoming a bigger part of my life as time marches on.
I have no doubt these books will be getting my full attention quite soon!
Written by David Johnson
11 January 2015
Posted by communicatingcreatively on January 11, 2015
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2015/01/11/the-next-book/
In shades of dark
and of light
It covers the Earth
A sign
Of peacefullness
Rather than of mirth
Grasses, trees,
The colour Green
A painter’s dream…
It reaches to
The sandy shores
So serene…
Our lives enhanced
From life’s palette
It is all around
The colour Green
Relaxing your mind
Without a single sound!
Written by David Johnson
2 January 2015
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Posted by communicatingcreatively on January 2, 2015
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Another year has passed…
Oh so glad
What a year we’ve
Most certainly had
One of challenge
And of laughter
Tonight is the end
Of the latest chapter
Spending it with
My one true love
Purer than
The Whitest Dove
At Midnight we will raise
Our glasses and cheer!
And wish you all
A Happy New Year!!!
Written by David Johnson
New Year’s Eve 2014
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Posted by communicatingcreatively on December 31, 2014
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The Stars they shine
both day and night
By day they are hidden
By thy light
At night a glistening
Show ensues
Light that shimmers
Soul reviewed
Humbled among
The Universe so grand
The Human Race
Is but a small band
Caring for our World
Remembering our place
Will ensure the future
Of our race
Written by David Johnson
30 December 2014
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Posted by communicatingcreatively on December 30, 2014
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They arise without warning
Raking across the land
The hot winds of Summer
Mother Nature waves her hand
You can feel it in the air
And see it in the trees
Warming the Earth
Travelling with ease
From the beach to the mountains
A joyous chorus rings
The song of Cicadas
Mother Nature sings
A symphony to all
A wondrous message sent
To the people of Earth
A wholly natural event
Written by David Johnson
26 December 2014
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Posted by communicatingcreatively on December 26, 2014
https://observationswritings.wordpress.com/2014/12/26/summer-feelings/
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