Flotsam, Jetsam, Lagan and Derelict

Welcome, dear readers to the world of "Flotsam, Jetsam, Lagan, and Derelict" - a collection of coastal and local-themed poetry that takes you on a poetic journey along the North East coast. I am delighted to present to you this compilation of my poetic works, collected from my previous poetry pamphlets: North Shields 'A Town Where No Town Ought To Be, ' 12 Poems of Time & Tide, As Tyne Goes By, and Drift Seed. The inspiration behind this collection stems from my deep-rooted love for the North East coast, which I consider my first and most enduring love.

In these pages, you will find a diverse array of poems that capture the essence of coastal living, the ebb and flow of time and tide, and the profound connections between humanity and the sea. Each poem is a glimpse into moments of contemplation, memories held dear, and musings on life's journey.

You are invited to join me as I contemplate the vastness of the ocean, the legacy of those who came before, and the ephemeral nature of our existence. Here, the power of the sea and the timeless rhythm of the tides serve as a backdrop for profound reflections on life's journey and the impermanence of it all. These verses also explore the fragments of our souls scattered across the shores, the sea as a symbol of loneliness and connection, and the delicate beauty of memories etched in the sands of time.

I hope you enjoy.