Poetry on the Coast

Many a poet Came out tonight To delight In the coming together of words Some were well-versed Others shared for the first time Encouraged to write Given opportunity to share Laid their hearts bare Left a relatable sensation in the air We heard about fear Grief, love,...

Waitangi Day Reflection

The people of my race  Did hard damage in this place They raped, pillaged, stole and killed They filled Māori with hurt and hate And failed to demonstrate The love that they claimed Some settlers had hearts of gold But others were brutally cold Those stories...

Husband is Home

My darling is home!  After sleeping alone for 13 nights  I’m in pure delight  To have my man back in my arms  My head rests Against his chest  Breathing with his breath  I feel whole again  SONYA COSSEY...

In Mahara Place Today…

In Mahara Place today  I saw three very dressed up, very attractive couples  In Mahara Place today  I saw two little girls become instantaneous friends  In Mahara Place today  I saw elderly folk lining up to withdraw cash from the ATM  In...

To My Fellow Writers

I enjoy this life that I lead It’s one of fluidity and creativity But what I do miss Is seeing instant results In other jobs You complete tasks and when they’re done You get a certain sense of satisfaction You see the pay-off for your input Right away But as a...