Poetry Archives - The MockingOwl Roost

April 22, 2026

A bright, playful Earth floats in a soft blue sky, resting on a fluffy white cloud while tall palm trees sprout from its surface like tiny guardians of the planet. The scene feels cheerful and hopeful, like a gentle reminder to protect the world and keep it thriving. clean TEXT: Earth Day, Keep The Marble Blue, Paula Frew, Poetry

Published by Paula Frew at April 22, 2026

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Keep the Marble Blue

Plant, together, a sapling tree, beautifying our Earthly scene. It is important — we all agree, to keep the air we breathe clean.

April 20, 2026

Golden sunlight spills across a tall sunflower leaning into the light, its bright yellow petals catching the glow of a warm afternoon. The background blurs into soft greens and sparkling sun flares, giving the whole image a dreamy, late-summer feel. say hello Text: Sunshine, John McMahon, POETRY

Published by John McMahon at April 20, 2026

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Sunshine

Don’t leave it to chance — say hello, before the seeds pass us by.

April 18, 2026

Published by David Dephy at April 18, 2026

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Golden Dragon

The dragon is golden. The sun is the Golden Dragon, encircled by rays, burning spirits, cleaning heavens from shadows.

April 15, 2026

A lone, leafless tree stands in the middle of a wide, snow-covered field, its dark branches reaching outward against a glowing sunset sky. The horizon burns with warm shades of gold and orange, while heavy gray storm clouds linger overhead, creating a quiet contrast between darkness and light. power lines hum Text: Stillness After the Storm, Sara Etgen-Baker, Poetry

Published by Sara Etgen-Baker at April 15, 2026

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Stillness After the Storm

The power lines hum, low and uncertain, like a man trying to remember the words to a song…

April 12, 2026

A sharply focused close-up of a honeybee perched on the bright center of a yellow flower, its delicate wings lifted slightly as it gathers pollen. The soft green background blurs into the distance, creating a calm springtime scene that feels alive with quiet motion and natural purpose. yellow confetti TEXT: Spring’s Golden Menace, Poetry, Sara Etgen-Baker

Published by Sara Etgen-Baker at April 12, 2026

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Spring’s Golden Menace

A sneeze hangs in the air like a threat, while the oak tree chuckles in yellow confetti. My car wears a coat of guilty dust, proof of spring's indecent proposal.

April 11, 2026

Warm light glows across rows of polished wooden piano or organ keys, stretching diagonally into the distance. A rich strip of red felt runs between the rows, adding a bold line of color against the smooth wood. The repeating keys create a steady, rhythmic pattern that feels quiet and expectant, like music waiting to be played. The title sits across the top in textured script, with the author’s name just below. cembalo - TEXT: Listen to Handel, Nick Cooke, Poetry

Published by Nick Cooke at April 11, 2026

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Listening To Handel

This is where The melody comes in And the raging mind has No choice but to simmer…

April 10, 2026

A garden pathway runs between rows of rose bushes filled with red and pink blossoms. The roses climb along trellises and frames on both sides of the path, with green leaves and clusters of flowers extending into the walkway. Mal Mason TEXT: Her Roses, Jennifer Lemming, Poetry

Published by Jennifer Lemming at April 10, 2026

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Her Roses

And the roses sang, their song rose, they sang as the pale couple walked along a path framed by color…

April 8, 2026

A young flower girl stands on a red carpet aisle scattered with white rose petals, holding a wicker basket as she prepares to toss more along the path. She wears a white dress with a green ribbon and white shoes, while the edge of the bride’s gown appears just behind her. rose petals TEXT: The Wedding Toss, Lynn Hess, Poetry

Published by Lynn Hess at April 8, 2026

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The Wedding Toss

I had to take some more steps to learn when conflicts challenge, tossing a few rose petals is worthy of recall.

April 5, 2026

A soft lavender background sets a calm, springtime mood. On the right, a small woven nest cradles pastel speckled eggs in gentle shades of yellow, pink, purple, and blue. hiding eggs TEXT: Easter Is…, Colleen Moyne, Easter Poetry

Published by Colleen Moyne at April 5, 2026

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Easter is…

Hot cross buns on Friday, hiding eggs on Sunday, sugar-fuelled chaos and tinfoil aftermath.

April 5, 2026

Close up of trumpet blossoms - TEXT: Easter Lilies - Paula Frew - poetry

Published by Paula Frew at April 5, 2026

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Easter Lilies

The trumpet blossoms herald springtime and the celebration of the resurrection.

April 3, 2026

A crown of thorns isolated on a white background. TEXT: Crown of Thorns - Tim McMahon - Good Friday Poetry

Published by Tim McMahon at April 3, 2026

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Crown of Thorns

A crown of thorns he wore On that judgement day He carried his own cross To show us all the way His crown was not of gold With jewels made to shine It was made for pain

April 2, 2026

Judas Iscariot sealed the fate of Jesus with a kiss. For 30 silver coins. IMAGE depicts ancient Roman coins underneath an imprint of the cross. TEXT: Sealed with a Kiss - Maundy Thursday Poetry - Susan Carberry

Published by Susan Carberry at April 2, 2026

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Sealed With a Kiss

I thought tonight would be easy. Their plan was simple, but it all depended on me. What if it went wrong, someone recognised me — drew attention to my cover? What would I do?