G'day, and welcome to my blog site. My name is Ivor Steven, I live in Geelong, Australia. I'm an ex-industrial chemist, and a retired plumber, and a former Carer of my wife(Carole), for 30 years, who suffered from severe MS. I Write poetry about those personal thoughts, throughout and beyond my life as a Carer.
I've been blogging for over 2 years, and writing poems for 19 years. Of course a lot of my poems are about my favourite subject Carole, but since I've been blogging my writings have become quite varied, humourous, mystical, observational, and even a few monster/horror poems.
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Seasons greetings Ivor, having a lazy day here after the big binge, hope you had a peaceful celebration yourself and are safe and well in these strange times
Quite gladdening to feel the immense happiness this season has brought with it to places far and near. It’s been a rough time and when indeed people can come together and rejoice, ain’t that marvelous!! That poem has fully captured the moment. 🤗
Thank you Cheryl.. my positive words of hope for the future … are a direct reflection of the powerful influence Christmas has for the reuniting the “goodness” In mankind ..🌏😊💕💖🤗
Thank you Sue.. I’m pleased you enjoyed this post … which I wrote last night at my brother’s dining table.. whenjoying the cosy and comfy aura of my surroundings ..
Heart-touchingly beautiful poem that brings hope and encouragement! Thank you, Ivor!
Yes, I felt the warmth of the family fireplace this past week…and I felt even more warmth from the love of the beloved ones who were with me. 🙂 We must always hold that warmth and love in our hearts! 🙂
Beautiful Ed’s beautiful voice and a perfect song choice!
Love the sweet photo! I think I spotted you!
(((HUGS))) 🙂
Like I said above…I think I spotted you in the pic. I wonder if I was right?
First boy…on left. ??? Yikes now I’m thinking I’m wrong.
Hope your day is going well!
Cold and snowy here!
Yep .. you’re right Carolyn . It’s lovely pic’ .. my 2 brothers and mum .. so appropriate for my poem, here I was spending Christmas holidays at younger brother’s cosy home 🏡 .. he’s on the right .. 🤗🌏💕🐶
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hooray for that –
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Yes indeed Beth
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Hopefully one day soon.
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Thanks Sadje … we keep hoping 😊🌏💕
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You’re welcome
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Seasons greetings Ivor, having a lazy day here after the big binge, hope you had a peaceful celebration yourself and are safe and well in these strange times
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Thank you Chris .. the times are definitely different .. and season’s greetings to you my friend
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Taking a sabbatical from writing and posting all going according to plan return early in New Year.
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Enjoy your break 😊🌏
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A brighter note
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The fires are burning
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This is something to celebrate.
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The old fire is still burning
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Quite gladdening to feel the immense happiness this season has brought with it to places far and near. It’s been a rough time and when indeed people can come together and rejoice, ain’t that marvelous!! That poem has fully captured the moment. 🤗
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Thank you for your thoughtful comments Felix .. and yes I am enjoying my festive holidays .. there’s an aura of normalcy during these times of renewal
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Indeed!! Thanks. Have a whale of a time, Ivor, and stay safe, too.
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It’s been a long time coming, but here it is, Ivor 🔥
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Yes … hope and love are reuniting under the powerful goodness of Christmas 💖😊🌏
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Lovely.
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The power of love and hope during Christmas 💖😊🌏
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Hooray for a family Christmas, Ivor! Charming, heartfelt poem! ❤
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Thank you Cheryl.. my positive words of hope for the future … are a direct reflection of the powerful influence Christmas has for the reuniting the “goodness” In mankind ..🌏😊💕💖🤗
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My favourites are always with the light on.
I Love Ed Sheeran’s music, he is so down to earth and grounded.
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Thank you Sue.. I’m pleased you enjoyed this post … which I wrote last night at my brother’s dining table.. whenjoying the cosy and comfy aura of my surroundings ..
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Heartwarming piece!
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Thank you for your kind comments
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Hopeful poem which we all need during these dark days. Thanks for your golden words 💛.
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Thank you Rose 🌹 for your thoughtful words .. we are all hoping for better times ahead 😊🌏🤗
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Heart-touchingly beautiful poem that brings hope and encouragement! Thank you, Ivor!
Yes, I felt the warmth of the family fireplace this past week…and I felt even more warmth from the love of the beloved ones who were with me. 🙂 We must always hold that warmth and love in our hearts! 🙂
Beautiful Ed’s beautiful voice and a perfect song choice!
Love the sweet photo! I think I spotted you!
(((HUGS))) 🙂
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❤️ Never give up hope!
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Yep .. keep the home fires burning 😊🌏
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Awww… this is so lovely, Ivor. 💫
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Thank you Michelle 💕😊🌏
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You’re welcome ☺️
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Like I said above…I think I spotted you in the pic. I wonder if I was right?
First boy…on left. ??? Yikes now I’m thinking I’m wrong.
Hope your day is going well!
Cold and snowy here!
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Yep .. you’re right Carolyn . It’s lovely pic’ .. my 2 brothers and mum .. so appropriate for my poem, here I was spending Christmas holidays at younger brother’s cosy home 🏡 .. he’s on the right .. 🤗🌏💕🐶
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🙂 Such a wonderful photo! 🙂
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Good for you! Enjoy your hugs, life is too short to stay locked down for ever!
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And life is getting shorter for us Dwight …
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Yes, it seems that way! Not sure if that is good or bad!
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Haha .. some good, some bad …
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