At Touchstones Rochdale Side by Side Festival. Visited the Wellbeing area and did some art, then watched ‘Power To The Pennines’ and then performed at the open mic

Dear Anxiety

Dear Anxiety Dear Anxiety,  Please stop stalking me,Invading my mind. Even when things are going well,Me, you always find. I’m sick of the pit in my chest,Sinking deep within.No matter how I shake you off,Its like you’re ingrained in my skin. Dear Anxiety, Why do you make me judge my self?Feeling guilty for getting a treat,Is…

My Grandma and Aunty Lilla

Growing up in a close family,Meant we always knew we were loved.My Grandma lived next door to my Aunty Lilla.Her sister Aunty Madge lived behind,And next to her, their Mum,My Great Grandma.Meaning they had overlapping lives. I have fond memories of going into Aunty Lillas.Her Toby jug collection took pride of place.We were always made…

The Chronic Drip Drip Drip

The Chronic Drip, Drip, Drip Can you see it, In my arm? The wires inserted. With a constant, aggressive,    drip, drip, drip. But no you can’t see! It’s invisible to all, But me. It’s repetitive,  Noisy chronic tones, With its drip, drip, drip. It’s running deep,  Within my veins. On the outside, I appear…

Making the Case

Lincoln and Joe were looking at the Loud’s trophy case, full of trophies of the exploits of the other siblings. Joe: it’s very impressive, though that’s not saying much with how talented your sisters are. Lincoln: Yeah, There’s Lynn’s soccer trophies, Lola’s pageant crowns, Lisa’s Junior Nobel Prize, even Lily’s won her thumb sucking contests!…

Left in the Dark

It was evening in the loud house, Joe was hanging out at the Loud residence and having a chat with Lincoln in his room. Lincoln: I can’t believe It’s finally here! The live season finale of the greatest show ever! Joe: Well hopefully you’ll be able to watch it, I can imagine with 10 sisters…

What do you do to improve your sleep? Listen to frequency meditation music. It really helps me.

Dear Sleep

Dear Sleep, I wish you’d understand,That I need you,To take me by the hand.I know in the past I was reckless.Ungrateful to your ways.I’d stay up many nights,But still get through the days. Dear Sleep,I know my body and mind are a pain,Causing you constant distractions,Again and again.You say switch off,Its time to rest and…

The Me You Don’t See

Written after a few drinks.  So hopefully still makes sense. The Me You Don’t See I am imperfect, I often make mistakes. I say the wrong thing,Or stress too much to take. Sometimes I worry that I am to be forgotten or replaced, Because I get overwhelmed,Or get overfaced. Sometimes I’ve felt jealous, When logic…

Napowrimo 2026. Day 30. The Life We Live

Napowrimo 2026. Day 30 My own flow. Last one. This year’s napowrimo has been a joy. I’ve actually found myself in a flow, which has been nice, as some years have been a struggle. The Life We Live In life we have connections,Family and friends.Enjoying time together,Happiness that never ends. Yet we must survive the…