Random thoughts on the journey
Caoimhín, nobleman, you were nobler still, You loved life and honoured its beauty. For those whom you knew, we drew strength from you As it seemed your solemnest duty. Like Glendalough’s son who held high the sparrow You lifted humanity higher. In adversity borne, like the crisp light of dawn, Your calling could not … Continue reading Kevin Fitzpatrick – in Memoriam
Mary mother what did you say to the child upon your breast? What soothing sounds, what song what rhyme fell upon Him from your lips? You knew His destiny, you said your 'Yes', not once, but for all time, So, tell me now my Mother, too, What song, what little rhyme? More than a Mother's … Continue reading A Mother’s song
The forever child Born, born-again, new life Dawn, flight, light breezes. The senses know the story. A story old but ever new. Light is the heart that ponders. Born of the earth to grow, to live and die, But always the forever child. To each of us, Born to grow. But sorrows, trauma, hurts and … Continue reading Forever child
There is no doubt: you married well; no need to dwell on here For this is just a 'thank you' note for all these many years, For everything you are and all the love you've shown. I love you as I did that day thirty-six years ago. You made our home, you built our life … Continue reading For Anne on our anniversary
Paul Russell: Musings 