Òran Uisge Wildflower Meadow

Òran Uisge Wildflower Meadow is my second poetry book published by Grosvenor House Publishing Ltd and will be released on August 5th 2021.    Òran Uisge (gaelic for song of water) is a peaceful place to watch the bees and butterflies foraging for food, to enjoy fragrance from the wildflowers which fills the air and

Nature and Tranquility

We created a wildlife pond in the garden two years ago. We were amazed at how quickly amphibians and insects moved in. We surrounded the pond with as many wildflower species as possible. Two of my favourites are yellow flag iris and fox and cubs (see images). Sitting next to the pond on a warm

Dancing ferns

Walking through a wood allows you to observe minute details; the patterns on the bark, the sounds of the leaves rustling in the breeze or the fragrance from the pink purslane flowers drifting through the air. These small observations focus your mind on the “here and now” and “in the moment” making you feel alive

Midsummer Night

The Summer Solstice is the most wonderful evening of the year. I wrote this poem in celebration of this enchanting night. Here is an excerpt. Midsummer Night To settle and rest then, close your eyes, Breathing sweet air with gentle sighs. The dew is falling with moist delight, To cool the meadow in the fading