Patriotism poem to get you thinking

01/09/2026 by

If you’re looking for a patriotism poem, dear reader, I have an original one for you today.

I’m always fascinated by the reaction to displays of patriotism, particularly by the mainstream media here in Britain. It usually involves subtle mocking or sneering, and it is rarely considered a noble thing. Perhaps that’s just the way it is here.

However, what’s wrong with people feeling a deep sense of connection with their roots? What’s wrong with people feeling a sense of belonging and pride in their nation?

Surely, patriotism fosters unity, strength, and a collective spirit that uplifts everyone.

I’m not an enthusiastic flag-waver by nature, but I am quietly proud of my roots and it’s certainly an important part of my sense of identity.

Anyway, having given the issue some thought recently, I wrote a patriotism poem to reflect how I felt about it.

I hope it will get you thinking about patriotism a little.

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Roy Sutton In My Own Write

01/08/2026 by

Readers may be interested to know that I’m currently compiling a book of my observational poetry, which will have the title “IN MY OWN WRITE” and I hope will be released soon.

With that in mind, I have compiled a poem to go with the title, and I offer you a preview of it today. The pun is intended, of course.

Essentially, it reflects what I do. I try to make sense of the world around me. That’s not always as easy as it should be, but that’s life.

Anyway, I hope my poem appeals to you, dear reader.

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1 word salad in a poem: An attempt to be positive

01/08/2026 by

If the 2024 United States presidential election gave us anything, it gave us the idea of a word salad.

If you follow politics, you’ve probably noticed how politicians can talk for several minutes and say nothing significant. They respond to questions, but they never answer them. Instead, you get a word salad of platitudes and meaningless guff. And they wonder why the public no longer takes them seriously.

Recent elections in Britain and the United States have provided numerous examples of this phenomenon. So much so that I was moved to write today’s poem.

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Neanderthal Man: A poem about a modern phenomenon

01/07/2026 by

For those unfamiliar with the term, Neanderthal man was a subspecies of humans that lived in Europe and Asia from around 400,000 to 40,000 years ago. In this context, the word ‘man’ is being used as a synonym for human beings.

In theory, this subspecies is long gone. Nevertheless, when we see how some people behave during modern protests, we must wonder whether this is true.

Don’t get me wrong, protesting is a valid form of making your voice heard in any democracy. People are entitled to protest if they feel they have a genuine grievance and their voices are not being heard.

Where I do have a problem, though, is when protest descends into violence, vandalism, and destruction of property. I think that’s unnecessary. Certainly, it’s unlikely to win over hearts and minds, in my opinion.

Anyway, I summarised my thoughts on this subject in the form of a poem, which I thought I’d share with you, dear reader.

It’s just how I see it. You may see it differently, and that’s fine. We all have our opinions on these things.

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Remember the golden age of flying?

01/05/2026 by

There was a golden age of flying, and I was lucky to experience some of it.

In my professional life, I was in an international role before I became a digital entrepreneur. So, I travelled by air a lot over many years. I have flown thousands of times in every class, including first. I even flew on Concorde back in the day. All of these were great experiences in those days, even when you were in the economy section.

However, that’s not the case today. Recently, I went on a trip to Gibraltar, and I was reminded of the challenges of modern air travel.

Fly economy today, and it’s a very different experience. There are no frills; you get very little space and absolutely no comfort.

In the age of budget airlines, even the big players like British Airways have had to strip out costs to be able to compete on price.

So, flying has become inexpensive, relatively speaking, but it has come at a significant cost in terms of the overall experience. That’s life, I guess. You get what you pay for.

Anyway, whilst waiting for my economy class flight to Gibraltar, I set my experience to verse, and I share it with you today.

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I’m sure most readers will recognise the challenges of modern air travel.

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IN MEMORIAM: The Golden Age of Flying

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Santa’s Grotto – 1 Incredible Role for Elderly Gents

12/24/2025 by

As a child, did you ever visit Santa’s Grotto, and did it seem magical to you?

As we enter the Christmas season, stores in London and every Western city are gearing up for a seasonal boost to their trade. One traditional way that big stores manage to pull in customers at this time of year is by setting up a Santa’s Grotto.

This way, children can meet with Santa and let him know what they desire as Christmas presents.

This is a magical time of year for young children, and they all love meeting Santa.

However, not every story can have the real Santa, of course. So, stores must rely on elderly men willing to play the part.

I thought it would be interesting to take a whimsical look at how the experience might be for those elderly gentlemen.

My thoughts are summarised in today’s poem.

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Santa’s Grotto

 

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The Tradition of Santa’s Grotto:

Santa’s grotto is a fairly modern tradition, and its roots are more commercial and theatrical than ancient folklore.

Where it comes from

  • Late 19th–early 20th century department stores
    The modern Santa’s grotto originated in European and American department stores, especially in the UK and the US. Retailers began creating magical winter scenes where children could meet Santa as a way to attract families during the Christmas shopping season.
  • Early examples
    • In the 1890s, stores like Brockton Department Store in Massachusetts featured live Santas.
    • In the UK, stores such as Harrods popularised elaborate Christmas displays and grotto-like settings in the early 20th century.
  • Why it’s called a “grotto”
    The word grotto suggests a cave or hidden, magical place, drawing on imagery from fairy tales and folklore rather than Christian tradition. It helped create the idea that Santa lived somewhere mysterious and enchanting—often imagined as a snowy, woodland hideaway.

Connection to older traditions

  • Santa himself is loosely based on St Nicholas, a 4th-century Christian bishop known for generosity—but St Nicholas never had a grotto.
  • The grotto idea blends Victorian romanticism, fairy-tale aesthetics, and emerging ideas of childhood wonder rather than religious practice.

How it spread

  • By the mid-20th century, Santa’s grotto became a standard feature in shopping centres, schools, and community events.
  • It evolved into a family ritual, less about shopping and more about experience, nostalgia, and creating memories.

In short:
Santa’s grotto is a 20th-century invention, born from department store marketing, inspired by fairy-tale imagery, and designed to create a sense of magic for children—rather than a tradition with ancient or religious origins.

Best wishes for Christmas:

As this year comes to a close, I wish a joyful Christmas to those who celebrate, and for everyone else, a peaceful, positive, and successful year ahead. May 2026 be kind to us all.

Phil Sutton

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4 original poems for everyday

12/08/2025 by

Today I’ve written some original poems for everyday.

These poems are intended to be observational and reflect the way I see life at the moment.

In particular, The Sinking Ship reflects how I see my own country, the United Kingdom, at present. I’m sad to say it’s a complete mess, and I have no confidence in our politicians to improve anything, any time soon.

Anyway, I hope you enjoy these poems, and please feel free to share them.

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6 Great Poems for Everyday Moments: Words to Brighten Your Day

07/01/2025 by

In the rush of daily life, we rarely take the time to reflect on life and what it’s all about. That’s where poetry comes in, for me, at least. Poems for everyday aren’t just about grand emotions or lofty ideas; they’re about grounding us in the present, adding a layer of meaning and insight to the ordinary.

Today, I’ve written some original poems, and I thought I’d share them.

Whether you read them during your coffee break or right before bed, these verses are intended to make you think.

Please feel free to share them. And if you do enjoy them, you can always let me know via email at mail@mannislandmedia.com. Feedback from readers is always truly appreciated.

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Thank you for taking a few quiet moments with these poems. If they brought you a bit of calm, clarity, or comfort today, then they’ve done their job. Life moves fast, but poetry helps us pause to reconnect with ourselves and the world around us. I hope these poems for everyday will stay with you, whispering back to you when you need them most.

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Tax poem for those who bear the burden

03/09/2025 by

If you’re searching for a tax poem, I have an original one for you today.

It has been said that tax is the price we pay for living in a civilised society.

Someone must pay for the things we take for granted. Where would we be without healthcare, education, defence, roads, the rail network, and so much more? And it all comes at a cost.

On that basis, I agree we must accept the need to pay at least some taxes.

However, I think the tax burden must be managed carefully because tax acts as a disincentive to enterprise and hard work.

In the UK, currently, the tax burden is higher than it has been at any time since World War II. For me, that is far too high.

Politicians seem to think the solution to every problem is simply to throw money at it.

I agree that there will be times when the allocation of greater resources to a problem is the appropriate strategy.

However, frequently, it would be more appropriate to consider root and branch reform instead.

The problem with that, of course, is it would be generally unpopular and result in negative media headlines, which politicians hate.

So, they throw money at it instead and pass the bill on to Joe Public.

That leaves ordinary folk feeling like they’ve been mugged.

So, I condensed my thoughts on this subject into today’s poem.

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15 Funny quotes on friendship that’ll raise a smile

03/04/2025 by

If you’re lucky enough to have one good friend, then you are richer than you imagine, and if you have two then you’re truly blessed.

Friendship is a relationship of equals.

Real friends are people with whom you have a lot in common, especially when it comes to things that make you laugh and those times when you enjoy getting silly.

True friends are people who know all your faults but accept you as you are anyway.

Not everyone with whom you have a friendly relationship is a true friend. Some people are just very good acquaintances.

A real friend is someone you could phone at 3 am when you’re in trouble and know they’d be out to help you in a heartbeat.

Such people are worth their weight in gold, and you should never take them for granted. They’re special, and you should appreciate them being in your life because not everyone is quite so lucky.

Here are 15 funny quotes on friendship that, for me, touch on the very essence of what it all means.

Funny quotes on friendship:

  1. Friends are the chocolate chips in the cookie of life!
  2. Friends buy you food. Best friends eat your food.
  3. Friends come and go, but enemies hang around like a bad smell.
  4. When our phones fall, we panic. When our friends fall, we laugh.
  5. If you have crazy friends you have everything you’ll ever need.
  6. Never let your best friends get lonely. Keep disturbing them.
  7. You have a problem when your imaginary friend thinks he has a problem.
  8. There’s nothing better than a good friend, except for a good friend with chocolate.
  9. Friends come and go, like waves on the ocean, but true friends stay like an octopus on your face.
  10. A best friend is like a four-leaf clover, hard to find, but you’re lucky if you have one.
  11. Laughing is one of the best exercises. It’s like running inside your mind. You can do it almost anywhere and it’s even better with a friend.
  12. I’d walk through fire for my best friend. Well, not fire because that’s dangerous, but a super humid room. Well not too humid, because you know, my hair.
  13. I love making friends. I usually prefer to make them out of plaster and give them funny-looking hats.
  14. Dear Diamond, we all know who is really a girl’s best friend. Sincerely yours, Chocolate Cake.
  15. I hope we’re good friends until we die, then I hope we can stay ghost friends, walk through walls and scare people.

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Friendship is such an important part of our lives; I’m sure you’ll agree, dear reader. So, you might be interested in this poem I wrote on friendship and how I see it.

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