A happy New Year, and other verses

A bright, welcoming set of poems greets listeners with a festive “Happy New Year” that celebrates youth, bravery, and quiet moments of reflection. The verses swing from warm wishes for friends and family to an intimate lullaby that cradles a sleeping child in the soft rhythm of a Russian‑inspired chant.

The collection then drifts across landscapes and legends. A translated glimpse of Queen Tamara’s mountain castle, a solemn prayer for Ulster’s faithful, and vivid portrayals of Donegal’s storm‑tossed coast bring history and place to life. Further along, imagined islands such as Hy‑Brasail float like a dream, while travel‑infused pieces wander through Samarkand, Constantinople, and the Thames.

Throughout, the poet’s voice is both lyrical and conversational, weaving myth, nature, and personal sentiment into concise, evocative works. Listeners will find a charming blend of nostalgia and wonder that feels like a thoughtful stroll through a garden of early‑20th‑century verse.