Outside Inside Out – Poetry

By Steve Carey

Experience the musings of an early morning wanderer in Outside Inside Out, a collection of poetry that delves into the depths of the human mind. From profound reflections to light-hearted musings, these poems offer a unique perspective on the world. Through the use of rhyme, the collection reflects the love of, and influence by, literary greats such as Dickens and Shakespeare. Immerse yourself in this thought-provoking collection and discover the beauty of the everyday.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Austin Macauley Publishers
• Release date: Mar 31, 2023
• ISBN: 9781649795007

Steve Carey

Steve is a 79-year-old South African who has a wife and two children, and resides in Johannesburg, South Africa. His hobbies and interests include painting, reading Spanish, walking and fighting Parkinson’s Disease which he has had for 27 years.

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About the Author

Steve is a 79-year-old South African who has a wife and two children, and resides in Johannesburg, South Africa.

His hobbies and interests include painting, reading Spanish, walking and fighting Parkinson’s Disease which he has had for 27 years.

Dedication

Dedicated to my wife and soulmate of 52 years, Ann; my daughters, Rene and Phay; son-in-law, Adam; and my grandchildren.

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Steve Carey 2023

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Publisher’s Cataloging-in-Publication data

Carey, Steve

Outside Inside Out – Poetry

ISBN 9781649794994 (Paperback)

ISBN 9781649795007 (ePub e-book)

Library of Congress Control Number: 2022921297

www.austinmacauley.com/us

First Published 2023

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Acknowledgment

I would like to thank my Guardian Angel and my cat Brindle for their encouragement.

A Cup of Tea

Mr. Webster, are you feeling alright? I thought I heard you crying in the night

I know it’s not been easy for you since Mrs. Webster passed away

You really must go on holiday get away!

I’ve just boiled the kettle; would you like a cup of tea?

Make sure you book that holiday. It’ll do you good by the sea

The home is going to miss Mrs. Webster, she always had a heart of gold

When the colonel gets back from leave, he’ll have to be told

I know he’s not been well and the news will break his heart

You, the colonel, and Mrs. Webster never seemed to be apart

Your tea’s getting cold, Mr. Webster, would you like another cup?

Sometimes, a good cuppa can really perk you up

It reminds me when my Auntie Barbara lost my Uncle Len

It’s as vivid now as it was then

He was always bright and cheerful then passed away so suddenly

Drink up, Mr. Webster, and I’ll pour you another cup of tea!

A Fine Send-Off

I was diagnosed with the virus, had only six months to live

So I strolled down to the local funeral parlor, what advice they could give

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When you’re actually dead.

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