Organic poems from Kent by Susan Lane SLCM
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Phone: A damaged phone isn’t a disaster, but it does beg the question what to do next from deciding what is important, non-negotiable or tolerable, then checking availability on the open market. Could a New Phone be on the Way? That damned phone, The battery now doesn’t … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Wellies: A wander through my footwear in mid-December, a weathered and rural scene, that sparks memories for me. Winter Routines, Practicalities and Old Granny Wellies Mid-December, In between daytime, night-time, fog and rain The grass is still growing, but I need my wellies again, Just to go … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Facepalm: Life is full of facepalm moments, I seem to have had a few, splintered with happiness which came in spurts – some of which I thought I’d share with you. Facepalm Moment Walking with Trinity It was a nice bright morning, just my two dogs, Trinity … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Scaffolding: A light-hearted piece following a noisy few weeks of a scaffolding gate blowing in the strong overnight winds – and giving me many sleepless nights. End of the Scaffolding Holiday Finally, it’s all gone, the clanging and banging all night long A bit of a breeze … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Conservatory: A life of dirt, debris and the ensuing path to removal of countryside grime that can sometimes turn out to be a poetic story. Conservatory Dirt and Debris I look out of the window and what do I see Well, not a great deal, Very little … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Cats: They always have a superior opinion of themselves and their standing within family life as you will see from this light-hearted poem about my own cat who thinks of himself as royalty. Cats: Living with the Royals, There they sit quite close to me One curled … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Hair: Take it or leave it, it’s just a frame, showing off whether you’re a guy or a dame. Everything follows, enjoyment or blame, all intentions fully trained. Hair Trim and Restyle in January 2026 Drag up a chairWe can have a cup of teaLife can really … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Cold: Rural life doesn’t take heed of weather conditions or animal husbandry, doesn’t even care about an author out in the garden with the dog needing a pee. It’s just life, no explanation just experiencing normality. Cold, Frost and Steak for Tea Do you know it’s damn … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Pets: Whatever the species, they quickly train their humans to obey. Thankfully, the rewards come in the form of companionship, affection and play. Pets – Know Your Place The cat and the dog have nicked my place Well, any animal owner knows that’s a damned disgrace Obviously … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine ColourMine: Not everything is website based, sometimes the answer is much simpler and nearer to hand. Another ColourMine Computer Lesson This was recently learned by meAnd was such a beautiful sight to see,EventuallyDaisies and dandelions in their fine livery The daisies showing a bright yellow face Surrounded … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Self-Love: When everything doesn’t work out there’s always some DIY that needs to be investigated, even if it’s only to browse some shelving or paint colours, there’s no-one more important than you and me at the end of the day. ColourMine – Self-Love I’m still working everything … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Dating: The dating scene has really changed since my early days but that doesn’t mean I don’t have enough pride to say you can’t take the P out of me, I’ve given myself permission to make my own decisions, to date my own way, so don’t be … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Herr Ob: A mischievous cat with tenacity, and the ability to disrupt the quietest of days. Herr Ob and Chaos Oh, what a day this has been, just couldn’t settle Doesn’t feel like meI really fancied going down to the beachBut why bother when it’s only me … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Voice: Audio typing was always the way for a boss to pass on their notes. They could record what they wanted whether in the car, on a train, in an office, at home, wherever convenient for them. This new way of working for an author could be … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine First Anniversary: WordPress is such a breath of fresh air, an easy way to learn about website building, and consistently making editing choices and updating easier. WordPress First Anniversary I’ve been on WordPress for about a yearI’m so pleased that I’m hereAs you know I was on … Read more
Ginger Man: There’s always one man in your life you can rely on even when another goes away, snuggling close, biting gently, showing affection in unexpected ways., A piece about quiet companionship and the comfort found in familiar company. My Ginger Man and Me There he is, snuggled next to meAll nice and quiet, not … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Cat Beds: Trying to keep up with the foibles of the cats in this residence can be quite challenging especially when they think they rule the roost and can demand preferential treatment whilst living here for free. So Many Cat Beds in the Conservatory Every so often … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Dating: Following a bereavement, I have found that the changes in dating I’ve faced recently have gone far beyond anything I ever expected; I think maybe some compromises on my part will be needed. Joining the Dating Scene It’s a bit daunting this new way of meeting … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Clearing: When someone passes on there comes a time to sort through and clear out everything that you feel is not yours to keep, it has only taken me 2 years to get to that stage, I wonder how long it will take to get it done, … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Dogs: Those with attitude still need to be exercised, and although sometimes not seen they usually have a softer hidden side, that’s the side my girl shows to me. Walking the Dogs in the Early Morn Walking in the dark, not too many people that I seeAlthough … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Cat: Prancer enjoys stretching her legs in the garden whilst spying the local wildlife Cat: Prancer in the Garden That little black cat, she follows me, Especially when it’s time for teaShe’s learning from her big compadre, He stands up at the kitchen windowTaps and shouts “hey”, … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Voice: Typing is no problem, just memory exercises and fingers, but voice to text is a whole new entity that takes a lot of consideration to move over to when you’re already into a system of process. This is my thought for today. Voice to Text Consideration … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Visibility: Such a huge list to go through to ensure your website is visible without extra problems like a problem with a favicon and other associated problems that occur. Visibility, Favicon and WordPress There are always solutions to problems And sometimes you need more help than your … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Cat: Prancer is a little black cat who decided to move in with me. I’m her third mummy, her second lives next door to me, she made a clear decision that here is where she wants to be. Her character over time is coming out, she thinks … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Life: Just because you weren’t academically achieving at school does not mean you are a lost cause, it just means that you knew a different destination was waiting for you and with all the twists and turns you would land up there regardless of the paths you … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Sudoku: Just a game, a mental de-stressor or brain exercise? What a debate for me. Sudoku or Wordsearch Well, in December 2025, for the absolute first time in my lifeI decided to do something completely alien to meI had done Wordsearch for years and found them fairly … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Cat: He’s got attitude, thinks he’s in charge, shows affection – painfully Ginger Cat – Herr Ob This flippin’ cat, I know he’s fabulous and is settling down well with me But really, Just got my breakfast of Weetabix and there’s also a cup of tea waiting … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Moving: Circumstances change from week to week. There’s no stopping me when I have decided to move on, we just build on what has been. Moving to WordPress, Building Poetry There are always variations on a theme, even for meBut that doesn’t mean they are wrong, Just … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Backend: A little poem about the wild week I’ve had building ColourMine – backend chaos, frontend sparkle, and a lot of tea. Backend, Front End – Proud of Me Well, this has been quite a week of trials and tribulations for me Writing lots of poems for … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine I was simply Susan Lane, an author discovering her voice. Today I write as Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine – having walked further along the path I invited others to join. ColourMine is a poetic path of discovery & creativity which was originally started in November … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Poems: A glimpse into the everyday life behind ColourMine and the building of a poetry library. Drawing on experiences throughout decades, both indoors and outside, the various changes in nature and human life. Poems | An Author’s Life, Unfiltered ColourMine Poems written in my natural way Lifetime … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine ColourMine: A sneaky peek behind the scenes at the quiet work that ensures every poem carries a clear, authentic message – the way it was meant to breathe. ColourMine – Subheadings and Pinterest Introduction Well, in the past few days ColourMine has invite me to play I … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Scaffolding: An anomaly of house repairs that is usually seen and ignored. The Clanging of the Scaffolding Gate All of this wind, all of the rain The clanging of next door’s scaffolding gate I would have thought the scaffolders Would have secured it you see When they … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Cat: Life with a cat is never boring, especially with a semi-feral that has adopted you, and has unpleasant tendencies. The affection she gives is second to none, she purrs incessantly when given a cuddle, lovely. Cat Done a Poogie on My Settee Well, that’s it, never … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine ColourMine : Experiences of website building in the past, it was slow but covered virtually everything that is relevant even now, unusual setup problems, solutions arising although sometime you just have to muddle through on your own. Setting Up ColourMine There it was staring at meI didn’t … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Sepsis : My anger is legitimate. It comes from lived experience, not exaggeration. It comes from a failure of care, not imagination. It comes from the fact that someone vulnerable was not protected. I am allowed to hold that anger without apology. Sepsis Bereavement Poem Two years … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Underboob: The gentle, sometimes painful, life of the underboob as experienced by many women previously, but now there is a solution, the pain can be avoided, I’m not the only one who will be pleased. The Underboob Has its Day Life of the underboob – Yes, that … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Reminisce: A day of memories enjoyed then unfortunately surpassed by grief. Still available to be relived evermore through photos taken on the day which plainly show all the love, laughter and grief experienced by my family and me. Time To Reminisce After Grief I’m still amazed at … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Wellies: A change in the weather sparks footwear challenges for me, but anything goes when you have birds that you feel you need to feed when it hits below 5 degrees. Granny Wellies in December Mid-December, the weather during daytime, nighttime, Fog and the rain and anything … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Taxi: An early morning observation of an electric taxi delay The Disappointed Electric Taxi How unfortunate it was for the taxi man Living quite close to meHis new taxi vehicle is extra green No diesel like the last one you see This one is electric and works … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Cat: How one poet and three animals synchronised and made their enjoyment visible to the world on their new blogging platform. Mummy Suzy, Cat and WordPress I can’t believe it There I was knocking on death’s door Could barely get up off the floor ColourMine was on … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Ginger: Life creeps up on you, colour slowly fades, enjoyment of life may stay the same, it is what you make it, happy Christmas, it won’t be long until it’s here again. The Ginger Old Lady I hear you say You’re old and slowly going grey Does … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Does Colour Affect SEO? Colour: This began as just a query about the relevance on websites and how it affects decision making for you and me. I’ve come to the conclusion personally that yes, colour affects absolutely everything, it’s a visual property. Colour and Mental Acuity There’s … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Cat: Written from the perspective of Herr Ob, the ginger cat, who had his own near-death experience earlier in the summer of 2025 That Blasted Orange Cat – That’s Me What a day this has been, I’m the cat I usually hide so you probably haven’t seen … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Degrees: A quick little poem about me and my journey throughout the years, regardless of degrees. Thermometer on the Shed in Degrees So, lots of learning but not a degree Because formal training always felt wrong for me I always thought it wasn’t what I needed to … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Written by Susan Lane ColourMine: Thoughts of a pen with the ability of transferring sunlight into thoughtful, imaginative, emotional and natural poems, enabling dreams to surface in harmony with the surroundings. The ColourMine Magical Pen It would seem that every time My pen would gleam In the morning sunlight Like … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Beautiful Climbers – Clematis & Lonicera Summer 2025 Beautiful characters entrance everyone within their sphere and this is no exception climbers always have a way of reaching further than you think they can or will. Decisions Beautiful Decisions It’s amazing how long it’s been That I’ve had … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine ColourMine Bug Removal Organically ColourMine: It’s always good to have a fresh look at the garden whether in the bright sun of a heatwave or in the cool of the early morning, seeing how nature and predators of various sorts play their games out during the day. … Read more
Written by Susan Lane SLCM Keeper of ColourMine Welcome to WordPress WordPress: A chosen platform isn’t necessarily the correct place to be, it might just be a learning place for you to move on to your permanent place of residence. Here is such an adventure. The Move is done I can’t believe I finally made … Read more
