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I have 251 stories published in 21 collections on the site.
My stories have been read 588935 times and 19 of my stories have been cherry picked.
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hilary west

I have been writing for over 25 years and some of my work is on here. In my time I have written novels, short stories, poetry, plays and assorted ephemera. I hope you enjoy your time discovering my site.

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Elizabeth Regina

Especially now we know your worth. Little time has passed, since we last saw your smiling face, In truth the nation loved you. Zen buddhists,...
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Our Day is Over

Ring-a-ring o' roses, Pocket full of posies, A tishoo, A tishoo We all fall down. London's burning, London;s burning, We are in the charnel house,...

Blue Wisteria Conclusion

Soon, all too soon, the holiday was coming to an end, but it had been so special for both of them. That night in the hotel garden, after embracing...
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Blue Wisteria Part Two

When Dr. Woodstock rang that night he knew exactly what he was going to say. A week together in Venice would be just the ticket. It would be so...

Blue Wisteria (Part One)

Dr. Woodstock looked out of the window of his office. It was then he saw her; such a graceful flight of fancy in a light blue summer frock, moving on...

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184 of my comments have received 186 Great Feedback votes

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Nice rhyme in the pattern of

Posted on Fri, 18 Jul 2025

Nice rhyme in the pattern of this poem, Rhiannon. I also liked the 'wriggley Wye'.

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Posted in What do grown-ups mean by a ‘short’ walk?

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Lovely poem with the usual

Posted on Sat, 19 Jul 2025

Lovely poem with the usual aplomb. Loved 'naked ice horses', a sensual image !!!

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Posted in After the Geese

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Hi,

Posted on Thu, 24 Jul 2025

Hi,

Lovely poem Jenny dealing with a great myth. It reminds me of the story of Hyacinthus who was hit with a discus I think and hyacinths grew up where he fell. You have made it live and breathe.

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Posted in Hollyhock Tears Or Whispers Of Gods.

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Thought-provoking. hilary   

Posted on Wed, 16 Jul 2025

Thought-provoking.

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Posted in The Obituary Reader

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A beautiful little word

Posted on Sun, 06 Jul 2025

A beautiful little word picture here Jenny. I enjioyed it immensely. Cats are wonderful, aren't they. Tibbs is no exception.

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Posted in Tibbs Out On The Tiles

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A really sweet poem, Rhiannon

Posted on Thu, 10 Jul 2025

A really sweet poem, Rhiannon. I think you have thought about it a lot and it reads so well. A perfect gem !!!

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Posted in Daffodil

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Hi Rhiannon,

Posted on Tue, 07 Mar 2023

Hi Rhiannon,

This is a lovely ollapodrida of things that evoke memories in you. It was quite delightful to go through the assortment of things !!!

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Posted in Memory Medley

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I remember seeing my first

Posted on Wed, 01 Mar 2023

I remember seeing my first Peacock butterfly. I was quite thrilled, I think you would be Jenny if you attracted something rare with your plans !!!

 

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Posted in Summer's Creation

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Hi Jenny,

Posted on Wed, 08 Mar 2023

Hi Jenny,

This is a lovely gentle poem that flows so well. I don't think it needs changing, full of enticing imagery !

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Posted in Every Moment Counts

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Love bee-silk daffodils but

Posted on Fri, 10 Mar 2023

Love bee-silk daffodils but then the whole thing is lovely.

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Posted in Spring Skies (After the Dogs of Winter)

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