Years ago we did…

All generations will have their story
Learning about the past where success and mistakes where made, 
Opportunities taken and some not
It’s about moving forward and be content with what you’ve got.

The 80s were my vibe, 
Like most teenagers I had my ups and downs,
Scared of people one minute and looking for acceptance from others, when later on this journey God saved me and connected me with sisters and brothers.

I look at the past with fondness and apprehension,
The games we played, was great physical science, we acted on each day,
The music was much happier and upbeat, not like today.

The F.A. Cup final was a spectacle 
The embassy world snooker final and the Olympic 100 metre final dash,
The Los Angeles and Seoul games brought legends to reach their peak,
A interesting decade and period, which today you say with pride despite the weary bones which now often creak!

Jason
12th November 2026

It was fun back then

All eras have had their struggles 
The 70s or 80s were no more or less,
Yes, there was intensity in people, but the cost of living supported the public a little more at best.

People left the key under the matt
Kids were able to go out and play, 
Now there are phones and tablets .. and people want to lose weight… hey! 

This isn’t a personal dig, but a reminiscing time,
People are more political these days, 
Can’t that conversation be halted? temporarily, as exercise (as in walking or lifting) should be the one that we should be sorted.

Back then it was fun
We didn’t appreciate it at that time, 
Subuteo, table hockey and a game of snooker or pool, 
These were efforts which we thought were cool.

Some of us were okay
And some of us weren’t, 
Their were those who were fickle,
But we were more physical those days  and current affairs had their place and felt far more little. 

Jason
12th November 2026

Jason - Alcoholic

“Hi! I am Jason, a grateful alcoholic;”
And I have a gift of producing poetry in the form of art, 
if I pick up today… I’ll curse all the hard work and then have to restart.

I was dead spiritually, emotionally and physically on my way out,
I may have a gift to express a cathartic way,
Struggling each day for a drink,
When I needed to adjust what I was able to I think.

My dad died and the wheels fell off,
Only a few people were there for me during this painful demise, 
drinking until blackout.. now there’s a surprise!

I drank for years and thought it was under control,
Assuming my gregarious nature was natural and acceptable to show.

I was messed up
Dead to the absolute core, I wanted my Dad to return
Instead my addiction led me to burn. 

I was drinking for years 
And people told me to stop,
I had to reach my spiritual low.. 
and then continued to roll.

Today? life is great, and almost 2 years dry,
I thank the programme and people in the fellowship until I naturally leave this earth,
I am blessed and highly favoured.. and through fellowship there is worth.

“Grateful to be sober… for today”
Jason
11th November 2026

Take this seriously..

Addictions can take you away,
Tough love always needs to stay.
Don’t leave the rooms,
They are a spiritual place, 
we all claim to know it all, these are the moments you need to face.

We can polite, 
And we can give a tissue and a hug,
Now! rest, and get ready from the toughest battle you’ll ever face,
Don’t go back to that life…that is no longer your place to waste.

Go through the steps
Bit by bit, fragile behaviour has almost destroyed your souls,
This recovery model needs to be acted on, a white towel you now do not need to throw.

This new life is for keeps,
The best hope there can ever be,
Experience, strength and hope is our walk,
And through the step programme… now act what you shall about to talk.

“Step programme.. will change your outlook” #12steps
Jason
11th November 2026

Konstantino’s blessing

I can tell from the moment I met you, that you were a humble and wonderful soul, 
You have a great warmth about you which is brought from a spiritual source so high, 
You are deserving of all the great things that come to you, through words that I cry.

You are a blessing Konstantinos’s 
A humble message from the Father is sent to you, 
Admiring all the goodness and kindness that you shall always ensue.

You have been a dear friend from to myself and many others, 
I am humbled and amused by your positive ways, 
I can sense your hope for giving, as I know through God you shall be okay.

You are a beautiful soul
Your family would be so, so proud, 
And that all aspirations for the future are achieved, 
All in God’s timing which I know you do believe.

“Happy Birthday Konstantino’s my dear friend..😉”
Jason
11th November 2026

There was a time….

There a was time we smiled and never thought of anything bad,
If we did, then we would avoid the politics of life and go mad.

we allowed politicians to do their thing, 
Now we are not sure what to the table they will bring. 

So we avoid that subject as I prefer to have a laugh, 
Wanting to chill out and relax, talk nonsense, no talking intense subjects which can be harsh.

I rather talk about life
What time we have of it yet, 
Nothing is guaranteed and not all things are set.

We just try
Think rationally… perhaps most of the time, 
Looking to stay balanced with a programme of life to view
This life is challenging enough.. go out their.. there’s s life to pursue.’

Jason - 702 days sober
11th November 2026

Aiming for a positive vibe

For some, it’s getting stuff off their chest, 
For some it’s going to the gym and releasing that endorphins that needs to come out
The latter is worth capturing, that’s what I am talking about. 

For some it’s writing a poem!
For some it’s writing a light minded letter, 
For some it’s caring for others, to make them feel better.

For some it’s doom scrolling, 
For some it’s baking a cake
For that is a skill and gifting worth imparting 
God bless you, that’s where I am starting.

But I wouldn’t suggest that, 
Don’t believe all what you read… that is propaganda that’s where it’s at.

For some it’s about being the best version of you
And trying their best to make others lives okay, 
As long I have prayer then the good vibes delve inside of me… and to constantly remain. 

Jason
11th November 2026