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Fresh Cauliflower is Better Than Frozen

Author: Coigach Creative Writing Group
Year: Hope

By Gabby, Beryl, Anne, Julia, Jo, Paula and Lorraine

I’ve been to Piggy Rock

It’s warm, just for a moment

A flask and a sandwich on a sunny hill

Time to daydream and enjoy the moment

real magic

White blossom on the plum tree

The sound of surf on a shingle beach

Digging up potatoes

Gold gleaming in dark soil

real magic

My great-granddaughter’s happiness

Each day with enjoyment and purpose

Come on God – give us a chance

The first cup of tea in the morning

An empty washing basket

A full cupboard

A clear out and order restored

real magic

Calm against chaos

Make friends with your enemies

Conquering a fear

The sense of achievement

…that is the real magic.