Sonnets
How to write a sonnet. Shakespearean Sonnets are 14 lines long. Each line is typically ten syllables, phrased in iambic pentameter....
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Emma Major
- Dec 12, 2023
- 4 min
Writing Prayers and Poems of Lament
Prayers, or poems, of Lament are a way of expressing our sorrow and asking for God's help. The process of writing lamentations can be...
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Emma Major
- Dec 12, 2023
- 1 min
Mary Mother of God
Mary the mother Beloved child of God Meek yet assertive Mild yet determined Servant yet teacher Mother and protector Follower and guide...
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Emma Major
- Dec 12, 2023
- 1 min
We are the Nativity Crowd
In 2014 I wrote a Nativity Play as a story poem. "We are the Nativity Crowd". It was performed by the children and young people of St...
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Emma Major
- Dec 12, 2023
- 2 min
Advent Hope
Each day through advent 2023 I will share a painting and haiku poem here and on my socials. Advent Hope Day 1 Hold onto your Hope...
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Emma Major
- Dec 12, 2023
- 2 min
Angel Art and Poetry
Lonely winter years Arrive in the arms of pain Rest: a quiet place By the fireplace Frozen thoughts discarding frost Breathe in love...
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Emma Major
- Dec 12, 2023
- 1 min
COP28
Let's talk about COP28, being held in the middle of the main oil producing region, hosted by a country which gets it's wealth from fossil...
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Emma Major
- Dec 12, 2023
- 1 min
Canterbury Cathedral
Two paintings inspired by the spiritual light and hope I felt inside Canterbury Cathedral. It is very much a thin place, where the...
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Emma Major
- Dec 12, 2023
- 2 min
God loves everyone, why can't the church
You might have heard that this week the Church of England Synod (governing body) was discussing and voting on whether same sex couples...
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Emma Major
- Dec 12, 2023
- 1 min
Time slows down as pain strikes one
Time slows down as pain strikes one Nothing new on two Three drags to four Can I take any more? Five ... I long to thrive Not just...
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Emma Major
- Dec 12, 2023
- 1 min
Be Kind
Be kind To yourself As if you are Your own best friend Be kind To others Assuming the best Rather than the worst Be kind To strangers...
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Emma Major
- Dec 12, 2023
- 1 min
Let angels walk on earth
Let angels walk on earth Healing all that's broken Catching onto hope Desperate for that token Dirt tracks in the sand Explored with new...
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Emma Major
- Dec 12, 2023
- 1 min
Lord I need you
Lord I know you said you were there When I asked where your footprints had gone But I'm on my knees in the sand And your words are a...
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Emma Major
- Dec 12, 2023
- 1 min
Come what may: just pray
When life is full of pain Pray gently When hope feels like a distant dream Pray creatively When the world's not as it seems Pray honestly...
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Emma Major
- Dec 12, 2023
- 1 min
Postcard Art for Arts 4 Wokingham
This year I donated five of my digital paintings and 1 of my acrylic paintings, converted into postcard size, to Arts 4 Wokingham for...
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Emma Major
- Dec 12, 2023
- 1 min
All Souls Day
All Souls Day candles Remembering those we love Departed yet near Encompassed by light Candles emanate deep love Shining full of hope We...
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Emma Major
- Dec 12, 2023
- 1 min
All Saints Day
Joining with the saints All those who are here no more Following their light Following their light We are inspired to live Boldly,...
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Emma Major
- Dec 12, 2023
- 1 min
Christmas Card designed for Berkshire Vision
I was thrilled and honoured, and a little terrified, to be asked if I would like to design a Christmas card for Berkshire Vision. I...
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Emma Major
- Nov 25, 2023
- 1 min
How to choose your next MP
As we get closer to the UK general election it's time to think carefully about how you will vote. Here's a poem which might assist you....
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ART GALLERY
As a digital artist Emma is able to offer her paintings in a variety of formats including originals on canvas, forex board or aluminium and as Giclee prints. She is also happy to discuss commissions so if you have an idea why not get in touch.
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