Venus Fly Traps

by Derek Morrison Many devices become a radio in these digital times Now new platforms to watch all the world’s crimes Online Venus-Fly-Traps proffering much choice Inadequates and the evil now given amplified voice No time to long read or to talk face-to-face Eyes glued to a screen even as legs make the pace As […]

Lance

by Derek Morrison Hi, it’s me; my name is Lance Former God of Tour de France I was once the one to beat No! No! I didn’t cheat I was once the media pet Not treated like a Soviet Now they sue for money back While I could still lead the pack My reputation to […]

Adaptation

by Derek Morrison Walking on the street you’re just another ageing girl or guy But when you put on the gear and goggles you can show them how to fly You can sure push those cranks up those endless hills And you can last all day … despite your many pills. It’s OK that there […]