donmatthewspoetry

Why Am I Writing This? Dunno….

I used to know who ran the stateUpdates every dayCovid deaths and positivesState of vaccin play Our leading health advisorI knew her in my sleepRestrictions, lockdowns, state of playPandemic now asleep So why am I now writing this?In usual me mode-rhymeI guess it’s sorta therapyAnd helps to pass the time Don MatthewsSeptember 2021

Lemony Snicket

“Love can change a personthe way a parent can change a baby –awkwardly, and often with a great deal of mess” Lemony SnicketUS author

Deck

This photo is not humourousDesign is very sussThe woman has a toddlerThe deck’s so dangerous…. Don MatthewsOctober 2021

Stan Designs the Bike Track

Went to universityDegree’d in lanes for bikesNow applying knowledge toLanes which bikers like…. Safety and comfort is my motto…… Don MatthewsOctober 2021

Coffee Nonsense

Coffee fluff begins to swirlWhat message could be this?Something deep and meaningful?Or is it taking piss? Shit it’s exploded…… Obviously taking the piss…… Don MatthewsSeptember 2021

FCS Daily Music Video – ‘Up On Cripple Creek’ Levon Helm Band (early rare footage)

Mark Lavon “Levon” Helm (May 26, 1940 – April 19, 2012) was an American musician and actor who achieved fame as the drummer and one of the vocalists for the Band. Helm was known for his deeply soulful, country-accented voice, multi-instrumental ability, and creative drumming style, highlighted on many of the Band’s recordings Lyrics below When I get off of this mountain,Continue reading “FCS Daily Music Video – ‘Up On Cripple Creek’ Levon Helm Band (early rare footage)”

From the FCS Book of Questions in Need of Answers

What was the best thing before sliced bread?

Roundabout

Was plain and looked quite boringSo thought we’d decorateAnd add a bit of colour, artSo thought we, any rate…. Don MatthewsOctober 2021

Stan and Perc Build a Train Line

You start here PercI’ll start thereMeet in middleWe smart pair…. What went wrong Stan?…… Don MatthewsOctober 2021

Poet Don Reporting on the Sexual Behaviour of Goldfish

When Nemo (now a goldfish)Comes down with stuffed-up noseHis sex interest just closes downHow ’bout that? There ya go’s Good to know…… Thankyou…….. PD wishes to advise he has not made this report upReproduction by the male goldfish depends on a clear olefactory canalHe would have provided a link to verify his report but saysContinue reading “Poet Don Reporting on the Sexual Behaviour of Goldfish”