Category Archives: poetry

Laughing Along With Another Limerick

Posted on March 30, 2020 by Esther Chilton

When I first asked you to write a limerick as a bit of fun to cheer everyone up, little did I realise what I was starting. It seems you’ve relished them and would like to make this a regular thing … Continue reading →

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Markets For Writers

Posted on June 12, 2019 by Esther Chilton

Have you got a passion for poetry? Then you might like to take a look at The Writers Bureau‘s annual poetry competition. The closing date is 31st July 2019 and the first prize is £300. Their competition page is certainly … Continue reading →

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A Lighter Look At Life

Posted on February 1, 2019 by Esther Chilton

Unloved I’m not a creature who is loved the best, In fact, most say I’m an awful pest, It’s not my fault, I don’t mean to be, Nature made me as I am, you see, I love cats and dogs … Continue reading →

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A Lighter Look At Life

Posted on January 25, 2019 by Esther Chilton

Unwanted Gifts It is the worst time of year, One that fills me with great fear, It’s my birthday next week, you see, I know I should be filled with glee, To receive presents and gifts galore, But I don’t … Continue reading →

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A Lighter Look At Life

Posted on January 11, 2019 by Esther Chilton

Knickers! Knickers is a funny word, And long johns are just absurd, Y-fronts is a silly name, And briefs just sound really tame, Thongs aren’t for the faint-hearted, On strings, don’t get me started, I don’t mind boxers one bit, … Continue reading →

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