Forever in our hearts

I remember the day

We found out the news

Our world came crashing down

Not knowing what to do

Not knowing what to say

The hurt a deafening sound

The treatment soon began

You kept your spirits up

The world you met with a smile

Would it all work out?

We just never knew

The pain you met with denial

Each day a joy

Just to see your face

Not just a daughter more of a blessing

I held my tears back

I tried to be strong

My smile was just a dressing

Nothing more to do

You had a final wish

To spend a day with friends

We watched you play

Your laugh said it all

True love that never ends

We think of you

Each and every day

You’ll be forever in our hearts

You’ve left a legacy

The world was brighter then

Forever in our hearts

Missed Nights

As winter approaches and the nights draw to a close

I used to welcome you by the door with a single red rose

A gentle kiss on your cheek and a warm sensual hug

I would light the sunset fire and we’d wrap ourselves snug

We’d talk about our day as the TV noise fades into the background

The two of us together as one with no one else around

But that was then when we were both young and free

We were right for each other but we don’t know what the future would be

As time passed, we both knew we were slowly drifting further apart

We tried desperately and succeeded not to hurt each other’s heart

As winter approaches, the invisible shadows indicate the darker lights

I wouldn’t hesitate to go back to those special missed nights

Flashdance – Liverpool Empire

I find it is always difficult to turn a well known film into a stage musical and this is no exception.  The story is a familiar one, boy meets girl but class difference and a few twists and turns later they fall in love with each other. 

The beginning of the show started with high energy and the cast showed enthusiasm for the first number.  The audience took a while to warm up and I do wish the theatre / Production Company would lower their prices so more people would attend and create an atmosphere. 

There were a few issues with the sound quality and one or two songs seemed to be mimed, which is a pet hate of mine.  The choreography was superb and a real highlight of the show.  The staging of the show was fantastic with a simple moveable set that the cast relocated on several occasions. 

Joanne Clifton plays Alex and gives a very good performance, full of energy and has god chemistry on stage with her fellow dancers.  Ben Adams is her romantic interest and the two of them make their characters believable to the audience.  The other girl dancers were superb but I would have liked a bit more grit in some of the songs they sang. 

The cast all gave very good performances and showed their versatility, playing several roles throughout.   At times, there needed to be a bit more controlled passion in some of the dialogue.

I think they missed an opportunity for a song by the lady who played the carer of the old dance teacher.  Her voice at the end deserved to be showcased more in the show.

Overall a good show with good performances and the last twenty minutes really came alive and ended the night on a high like every show should! 

Aiming Too High

Another girl and another crush

My mind is racing about the two of us

Flirting begins but you don’t notice me

You have a lock but I’ve got a different key

Chorus

Am I aiming too high?

Is my limit not the sky?

Never been in love, don’t know why

Am I aiming too high?

Has loved sailed, goodbye

Not giving up, not going to lie

Keep searching, I’ll try

Am I aiming too high?

A beautiful smile and I am gone

A night dreaming that you are the one

I send message and tag the bait

Another week but still I wait

Bridge

Can’t seem to find what others have got

Don’t want just a bit

I want the lot

Chance After Chance

It’s quarter to four in the morning

And I receive a call from you

You simple start by saying

It’s me, How are you?

I get a rush inside me

And my feelings start again

You say you need to see me

I simply ask when

Some how it’s happening again

You’ve pulled me right back in

It’s just a another game to you

A game I can not win

If life was just a waltz

Then I need a different dance

Things need to change

I can’t keep giving you a chance

I try and ignore your messages

I don’t really want to talk

You shouted me in the street

But I just continued to walk

You ruined what we could have had

You had your chance with me

It has taken longer that I thought

But finally my head and heart agree

Times Change

We can’t stand still

Got to keep moving on

But I can’t because I think you’re the one

I’m still tied to the present

The future I can’t see

I’ve played my cards now we are no longer we

Chorus

Times change

The clock has made its final chime

People change

You’re not even worth a dime

Feelings change

Your love for me was a crime

I’ve tried to move on

You keep dragging me back in

A simple text asking, ‘how have you been?’

When you have no one else

I’m just our substitute guy

I’m hoping that this just isn’t another lie

Chorus

Times change

The clock has made its final chime

People change

You’re not even worth a dime

Feelings change

Your love for me was a crime

I’m tied of being a puppet

Always at your beck and call

I have to be stronger build an emotional wall

Your time has ran out

Don’t even ask me why

Finally, I can the sun shining in the sky

The Royal

The Royal – Royal Court Liverpool

A script is only as good as the cast delivering it to the audience.  This good script is elevated to greatness by the excellent delivery of each line.  If you had to sit down and choose a perfect cast for this show, you wouldn’t get any better than this cast! 

The story takes us on a roller coaster ride of the last few hours of the Liverpool iconic hospital – The Royal.  From the outset Lindzi Germain entertains the audience with a brief and very funny introduction to the play.  This creates a wonderfully warm atmosphere and the audience are now onside to be entertained, and they didn’t disappoint!  What I love about watching Lindzi is the ease she delivers her lines and gets the maximum laughter that is possible.  Lindzi is joined by two gifted actresses, Lynn Francis and Angela Simms.  Lynn plays her part perfectly with a voice that reminds me of a Victoria Wood character.  Angela gives a great performance as a nurse and is fully confident on stage and works beautifully alongside Lindzi.  All three ladies are completely different and their characters all completely different but one thing they all have in common is a warmth the audience can easily relate to as we know each character immediately. 

The supporting cast, made up of a scout master, hunk and old lady, were excellent and provided some very funny physical comedy. 

The set design was brilliant and some great touches with the wrecking ball and helicopter.  The lighting added to the effects, particularly in the second half.

All in all a fantastic play yet again by the Royal Court and if you want to have a great night out, I can’t recommend this play enough.

To be close to you

To be close to you

I know it seems hard

And I’m a thousand miles away

But you are always in my heart

Each and every day

I close my eyes at night

And you appear perfectly

But when I open my eyes again

You are no longer there to see

Chorus

I just want to hold you

Just want to tell you

How in love I am with you

How I would give everything I have

To once again be close to you

I looked at the stars at night

Knowing they are looking down on you

I sat next to a lonely rock on the beach

And began dreaming of us two

We walked along a perfect sandy beach

Just the two of us holding hands

Our love will never disappear

Only stronger across these lands

Bridge

No rives I won’t cross, no mountains I won’t climb

To be with you just one more time

The World Weeps

The seventh of the seventh was the fatal day

One more fight, we all wanted to say

Tears flowed and the world stood still

For a small boy whose hearts he did fill

At six years old he made the country unite

Even though he was fighting his own unique fight

His recognisable smile lit up every stadium in the land

At six years of age, did he really understand?

Every team’s fans were behind his great cause

A thousand stadiums and millions of applause

Those who met him told you of his joy

Loved my millions this angel of a boy

A message from the almighty God above

Sent from heaven to teach us how to love

We all need to continue his love and legacy

Goodnight sweet child, god bless you Bradley

November Nights

A cold November night

Rain pecking the window pane

Darkness arrived, fading light

Taking a trip down memory lane

I close my eyes and I see you

Sitting in your favourite chair

Laughing as you usually do

My love for you fills the air

Chorus

November nights I held you close to me

November nights it was always you and me

November nights I wanted them to last

November nights now sadly in the past

November nights sharing a kiss or two

November nights it was always me and you

We were young we made mistakes

Things were said I take them back

Forgotten times, new dawn awakes

Our relationship back on track

My eyes open and you’re gone

House is quiet and I’m all alone

I thought you were the one

Sat waiting, staring at my phone

Bridge

What happened to those November nights?

Why did we throw it all away?

One Love

It’s time to stand up; time to be there for one another

Put our differences aside; Call each other sister or bother

The whole world needs to start preaching the love

It clearly doesn’t matter from which God above

Put petty arguments aside and forgive thy neighbour

Be there for that lost, troubled family member

Welcome strangers in to your life and in to your heart

There is too much hate; we need one love to start

One love starts with yourself, then your family and friends

No more hate, no more excuses, let’s make amends

Cherish moment you have with the people you love most

Travel to see them across many lands from coast to coast

The world watches fearful for the next horrendous act

We need to stand together to keep our one love intact

Whether you travel near or far keep one love in your heart

They may try and split us up but they’ll never keep us apart

Let’s not stay silent; let’s make an almighty roar

We need to make sure we put one love right to the core

We all need to make sure that love will conquer the hate

Remember this day we shared one love; remember this date

One love needs to spread across every inch of this earth

No more enemies; it’s time for the world to rebirth

Don’t start one love tomorrow or put it off another day

One love start now because it’s time love had its say

This is me

I may not have the look of a movie star

Or a model in a magazine

I may not have a the voice of a music star

Or have a song on the music scene

I may not have a house with an extension

Or have a castle for my queen

Chorus

But what I’ve got money can not buy

I’ll tell you the truth; I will not lie

I’ll keep you warm when you are cold

I’ll keep you young when we’ve grown old

I’ll be loyal and stand by your side

I’ll make you the perfect bride

I may not be able to give you money

Or a life beyond your dreams

I may not be the dare devil you want

Or give you life’s extremes

I may not drive the latest sports car

Or be in your daydreams

Bridge

This is me, this is who I am

I’m not materialistic, I am who I am