Category Archives: verse

Ghost Light

Posted on December 5, 2013 by greenmackenzie

The light poured out of the lamps, spilling into the fog of night Mingling with the swirling ghosts of the Abbey Illuminating the path of the Grey Lady. Centuries after burning in her fathers anger The lamplight guided her on … Continue reading →

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Light Rush

Posted on December 2, 2013 by greenmackenzie

Light and leaves rush on Racing each other sunwards Cold wet stones catch them.

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Full Moon Light

Posted on November 30, 2013 by greenmackenzie

Prayer of the Desperate She had crawled here on her knees Over the sharp broken bones of her life. She had come to bargain with every god she had ever heard named. Bruised clouds closed around the moon Golden leaves … Continue reading →

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Black Linn Falls (1)

Posted on November 28, 2013 by greenmackenzie

Rush and foam of falls, Gouging deep to winters heart. Dry golden leaves watch.

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End of Days

Posted on November 21, 2013 by greenmackenzie

The sun set behind Linlithgow Palace It’s dying rays pleading across the freezing earth A vain attempt to hold the dark at bay. Its warming powers gone, Light its only weapon, Defeat was certain, but shed no tears, For the … Continue reading →

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Light Seed

Posted on October 11, 2013 by greenmackenzie

A seed of light Birthed from tender petals Released into the world. Eternal recreation, Innocence and fresh hope, All at the mercy of the worlds sharp claws. Yet its beauty saves the tiny seed. It catches our breath Holds us … Continue reading →

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Autumn begins

Posted on October 9, 2013 by greenmackenzie

Summers soft farewell. Trees sigh in golden blue light. Veils edges tarnish.

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Late Summer Flowers

Posted on October 2, 2013 by greenmackenzie

White lashed golden eyes Open thirst driven into ceaseless light Earth turns, flower strains.

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Magpie Hoard

Posted on September 25, 2013 by greenmackenzie

Paused in suspended earth sky space , Magpie hoarded treasures long to tumble, From the void, returning into life’s wild breath.

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Roslin Waters

Posted on August 25, 2013 by greenmackenzie

Black waters of forgetfulness Whipped to cream in rocky pools Echoing with ancient tales of the grail. Shrouded in coats of moss Water carved rocks rest eternally Under the hushed gaze of a seer. Past reflections offering answers From the … Continue reading →

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