Hope....

Hope is the light when darkness surrounds
Hope is the smile which replaces the frown
Hope is to awaken as a new day is dawning
Hope is the night for it beckons the morning

Hope is the dream which provides inspiration
Hope is letting go of negativity and frustration
Hope is the strength that helps us pull through
Hope is the sound the heart beats within you

Let hope shine and never walk in the shadows
Live for today for we have limited tomorrows
Embrace everyday for its a gift you do receive
Hope lives within us all you just need to believe

(c) Nicola Marinkovic

Happy Anniversary

Thirty years of marriage and nothing will ever compare
To the friendship, loyalty and love that you both do share
Caring, supportive and giving, love you will always treasure
Standing the tests of time for this could be the only measure

Through trials and tribulations always facing them together
The love you have is strong, never questioning it is forever
Enjoy your special day remember how far you have come
Both happy in the knowledge that you have found the one

Through the hard times and the sadness, suffering and tears
Standing side by side, whilst confronting both your fears
Soul mates joined by marriage and bound together by love
Made for one another, knowing this is more than enough

Sharing laughter and happiness, fulfilling all that you dream
Living life's journey together and always working as a team
Two hearts beating as one providing strength to each other
Thirty years of marriage shows your perfect for one another


(C) Nicola Marinkovic

Could you be....

Could you be all the things I would like you to be
Would you be able to except everything that is me
Enjoy the simple pleasures in which we may share
Be honest, be true and let me know that you care

Together find happiness in the smallest of things
Take one day at a time with all that it may bring
Never forget the importance of a hug or a kiss
When we're apart let me know that I'm missed

Accept I'm not perfect, be happy with who I am
Treat me like a lady and behave like a gentleman
Make me feel special because you help me to see
That love still exists, you wouldn't try to change me

(C) Nicola Marinkovic

If Love Was Your Answer.......

If love was your answer then what was the question?
You now want me to listen, to hear your confession
You are now apart of my life I would like to forget
A weakness I once had and I shall always regret

We tried, we failed and it was not meant to be
No more anger or pain now I'm setting you free
Good intentions are fine its seeing them through
Whatever the problem, it was always about you

You can't change who you are or pretend anymore
We both know it goes back to the same as before
Blaming others for your anger promising to change
Always the same story but never turning the page

The hurt we have felt by the words that you shared
Left us all sad because we thought that you cared
My children are my world, my reason, my being
You hurt them, you hurt me and all of our feelings

Months have passed by and I hope that you see
We tried and we failed now I am setting us free

(c) Nicola Marinkovic

Forbidden Love

Our love is forbidden, a feeling we can never declare
Such pain and sheer torment seems more than unfair
To love you so deeply, yet have to keep it well hidden
Brings me much sadness for my love stays forbidden 


Our families are different, would they ever understand
Loving you is so natural and not something I planned
Would they feel ashamed of our love or cast us away
Could they be glad we are happy and allow us to stay


This is a risk we can never take and inside we know
The shame they would feel and the hurt we'd bestow
So I will keep my forbidden love so close to my heart
Where no one can see it or try to tear our love apart

(c) Nicola Marinkovic

Let's walk together....

Let’s walk together whilst time does permit

Hands clasped together such a beautiful fit

Synchronised footsteps in time with another

Secrets are shared that we long to discover

Sunset is approaching a breath taking sight

Time spent together as day becomes night

Admiring such beauty the sunset we share

A breathtaking view which cannot compare

Tenderness and warmth flows from within

Your hand in mine, the touch of your skin

May I walk forever with you by my side

(c) Nicola Marinkovic

Lost

Lost is the heart that has never felt love

Lost is the soul that now wonders alone

Lost is the war that will never find peace

Lost is the voice when no one will listen

Lost is the day that passes by unfulfilled

Lost is a dream that was never achieved

Love is the heart that no longer feels lost

Souls blissfully entwined wondering free

Peace is the victory and all wars will end

Strong is the voice only when it is heard

Memories created by a day of fulfilment

Achiever of dreams and fears overcome

(c) Nicola Marinkovic

Unconditional Love

Do you know that you are loved unconditionally
If ever you feel lonely; you will always have me


When ever your hurting or get yourself in a muddle
I will be there to soothe you and give you a cuddle


To help mend your heart when you fall out of love
Remind you your special and thought the world of

You are the stars within my night sky, shining away
The guiding light in my darkness, the sun in my day


Sometimes you'll feel frightened or just a little unsure
When life provides moments you find hard to endure


Be reassured that I love you; every day even more
That my love is unconditional and eternally yours


(c) Nicola Marinkovic

Happy New Year

Another year gone by maybe time for reflection

What did you achieve, what was your direction?

Rejoice in your strengths and obstacles overcome

Let us welcome 2012 for a new journey has begun

We are fortunate to be here to enjoy another year

So fulfil all you dream of and challenge your fears

Be kind with your words and remember to smile

Make this year a great one, ensure it’s worthwhile

Live your life to the full a new year for beginning

Let go of past hurts, no better time for forgiving

So wipe the slate clean and start over once more

A new year is upon us, for us to enjoy and explore

(c) Nicola Marinkovic

Desperation

Desperation overwhelms me, leaves me feeling confused
Left hurting inside whilst your words leave me bruised
My defences were weak; you drew me into your abysses 
Sinking deeper into pure darkness; I am fighting to resist


I should have known better because history always shows
You were the wolf in disguise only wearing sheep's clothes 
Subdued feelings of such frustration, sadness and despair
Wishing your words did not hurt me and I could not care


You make me want to retreat into myself to just hide away
Help me block out the venom and the games that you play
The child that lives within me just wants to keep running
I should have recognised the signs or seen this one coming


I will not feel anger, bitterness nor resentment or dismay
At some point in the near future I will look back on this day
Desperation will have left me; the darkness will be no more
I feel light shining within me providing guidance once more


(c) Nicola Marinkovic

Christmas Time

That special time is upon us for December is here

The time of joyous celebration, giving and cheer

Small children write letters to send to Santa Claus

Innocence and beauty that I wish we could pause

Christmas trees, decorations take over our home

Families spend time together, parties are thrown

The history of baby Jesus, how this day came to be

Played out whilst the children sing 'Little Donkey'

The shops become hectic as many will try to find
Special gifts for one another, thoughtful and kind
Christmas carols are being sung by people nearby
The smell of roast chestnuts, a taste of mulled wine

A time for reflection on the year that has gone by
Reminding us all once again how quickly time flies

Enjoying time together with the ones you hold dear

Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

(c) Nicola Marinkovic

Remembrance Sunday/Veterans Day

A day of reflection, a part of history we all share

A defined date in time that portrays the warfare

We remember the brave their life's sadly taken

A sadness still remains that cannot be forsaken

The ‘Last Post’ plays then two minutes of silence

We will all stand together with unspoken alliance

Remembering the loss of our service men/women

The peace and freedom which we have been given

The courage they have shown will always live on

Time may pass us by but they will always belong

Within our heart's, our thoughts and memories too
We dedicate this day to remembering all of you

© Nicola Marinkovic

True Inspiration...

How does it feel to be such an inspiration?

Respected by many for your determination

To be at the top and then to take such a fall

Just look at you now, you showed them all

Admired by so many for a talent you share

Delivered with passion an attribute so rare

To be a true gentleman, a rarity on its own

Adored by many, even when you’re alone

Civility costs nothing, wise words to us all

Acts of such kindness, no matter how small

Your message is clear and talent does shine

A true performer sharing such precious time

To see you perform was a dream to achieve

A special memory created for me to receive

Thank you for a dream; you helped to fulfil

I’ll treasure the memory till my heart is still

© Nicola Marinkovic

Our Planet...

Our planet, our home and our animals we have a duty to protect

To ignore what’s happening to our planet is just a form of neglect                             

Mother Nature’s made many changes causing much destruction

Many lives sadly lost because countries are struggling to function

The climate is rapidly changing, threatening our beautiful planet

Animals at risk of extinction, their numbers reduce by the minute

For what’s beautiful to us now will eventually turn bleak and grey

We need to make many changes, so future generations don’t pay

Show respect for our environment, it provides us with such beauty

We can help preserve our planet; the future need not be so gloomy

Have consideration for what we share, everyone can pull together

If we carry on as we are, there will be nothing left for us to treasure

© Nicola Marinkovic

Fascination

Alone in the woods when darkness starts to fall

My heart begins racing, my skin starts to crawl

I wonder if there’s a chance I may see you here

Anxiously waiting whilst suppressing inner fear

Just a glimpse of your face the scent of your skin

Will ease my anxiety and feed my passion within

To you I’m a stranger but yet you fascinate me so

I can sense that you are different, why I don’t know

I’ve watched you many times, in your secret place

The brightness from the moon revealing your face

Your skin is so pale and your eyes look stone cold

You take my breath away, what secrets do you hold

© Nicola Marinkovic

Why behave this way?

What did you hope to achieve by behaving this way?

These are cities you live in, not a game that you play

Looting the shops then reducing buildings to ashes

Causing mayhem where you go, covering your faces

Why do you think you've the right to take from anyone?

You’re actions are stupid and your behaviour is dumb

Stretching limited resources of our emergency services

You don't bring pride to this country, you only disgrace us

You show no care for others or the cities where you live

Destroying all in your path but what is really your motive?

If your actions are for a reason, then I am truly bemused

Your behaviour is disrespectful and cannot be excused

I feel only pride for the people who are rallying together

Protecting their premises and communities they treasure

Cleaning up the mess these selfish people have made

Showing solidarity by uniting, true courage displayed

(C) Nicola Marinkovic

Summer Holidays

Being aware of the beauty that nature can provide

A chance to indulge what we’re sometimes denied

Precious time spent with family, memories created

Escaping from the routine of what life has dictated

Enjoying the smallest things with family you share

Spending precious time together, just being there

Experiencing adventures, chapter’s in life’s book

Yours to remember just close your eyes and look

Time when reflection provides inner contentment

Memories you’ve gathered make you feel pleasant

People you spend time with, the bond that you share

Can help even the balance of when life seems unfair

(c) Nicola Marinkovic

My Heart...

If you had my heart would you protect it forever?

Take care of this jewel and treat it like treasure

Be careful not to break it for of glass it is made

It is fragile already, I feel the edges are frayed

Time has healed my heart but if you only knew

How vulnerable I feel when I share this with you

Past love has before forced my heart to shatter

My Heart locked away, left me feeling quite bitter

My heart has recovered, is searching for a home

Two hearts may beat together, no longer alone

I hope that you'll nurture this and treat it with care

To pick up more pieces, would make this unfair

© Nicola Marinkovic

Destiny Rules

Destiny rules whilst our destiny reigns

A life of lost passion, feeling betrayed

Captured by time or forever embracing

Time for adventure, not for misplacing

Souls entwined together, blissfully true

Basking in knowledge for all that is new

Walking away from the past memories

Silently creating our deepest fantasies

Dancing through life, ever carefully so

Knowledge is ours to share and bestow

Embarking on adventures all unforeseen

Hoping to fulfill everything that we dream

© Nicola Marinkovic

Her Dreams...

Her dreams were hazy but the faces so clear

What was their meaning, what did she fear?

So realistically haunting but then she awoke

A day of reflection screened by the smoke

Dreams would just confuse the reality of it all

To become a part of his world as the night fall

Dancing and dreaming that they were together

Longing for the dream to stay with her forever

The fear was still there, for this could never be

The dream was the only time that he could see

For they lived different life's were oceans apart

Her dreams she always kept close to her heart

© Nicola Marinkovic