Branded

by Derek Morrison I struggle hard to understand My obsession with the leading brand A transient boost to needy pride Makes this the only one to ride Reassuringly expensive the price I paid To project the image I wish conveyed Pursuing quality is what I claim Not tacit value in branded name But lesser brands […]

Brockweir

by Derek Morrison Over the two bridges that look like one For a border weave is today’s cycle run On the other side we’re through South Wales’ gate Onwards past Chepstow’s outskirts, keep riding straight. On the A466 to St Arvans, we head Now a small climb to the top, but no sweat need be […]

Christmas is Cancelled

Christmas is Cancelled by Derek Morrison (2020) [To listen to this verse select below] Children are weeping Tears pour from their eyes For Santa is furloughed No time for goodbyes His elves now sell masks To passing reindeer And rumours are growing Christmas is cancelled this year. Poor taste and a fever With cough is […]