Elizabeth M. Crellin

Newport, UK

I was born in 1930 and educated at Dockermouth Grammar school in Columbia. I have been married to Clifford for 43 years and have 4 children. I am a grandma to 2 grandchildren. It was while I was conquering Big C. that I began writing poetry. I gained an inner peace I never had before. So I treasure it all the more. I hope my verses reflect my love of flora and all God's creatures. We live on a far in Wales and breed horses. I enjoy gardening and never tire of writing.

Smile of a Child

Only for a moment I held her hand
And I felt privileged and happy as if it had been planned.
Her friendship and trust she gave me at first glance
And her prettiness and charm held me in a trance

Only for a moment a smile lingered upon her face.
And I felt privileged and happy as if I had been given grace.
Her smile of innocence and sweetness tugged at my heart
And her eyes so stark and deep were set wide apart.

Only for a moment I stood by her side
And I felt privileged and happy as If I was a bride.
Her smile radiated an aura of love and inner bliss
And her voice so soft and gentle had a child's delightful lisp.

I pray he will grow tall and straight like a tree
And her life ahead will be one of grace and serenity.
I pray no pain or sorrow will cloud her face.
And great spirits love she will forever embrace

Free Soul

In my poems I aim to bring an
awareness of God's precious gifts.
And stretch the corners of ones mind to drift.
In woods and meadows to hear, see
and feel the power of God's love in each
flower head and in the birds sweet song.
This is where my heart belongs.
I feel reborn, refreshed and strengthened
by God's sun light.
My heart is ecstatically happy and free like a kite.
To soar high, high and explore the vastness of the sky
Across oceans and deserts I would glide.
And the stars would be my guide.
Birds perhaps would eye me with suspicion.
Until I gave them an acrobatic exhibition
As I dive, swirl and twirl I'm sure to
Arouse the wild animals curiosity
But of course I'm no threat to their safety.
For after all I am only a free soul soaring to a great height.
I'm no savory meal to whetten their appetite
I'd view Gods creation from above.
Just as He does with understanding and love.