Stuart Miller-Osborne

I had only made three movies But one was the sleeper of the year I was in demand overnight A simple girl from Palm Springs My professional name is Alex Strand Although my birth name was Mary Anne I preferred the former but was persuaded By my agent to change my image An unremarkable girl…

Do you like poetry Yes I do I also like poetry My name is Mona I am called Kensington That is an unusual name Lets say my parents Once went to London I am so sorry to pry Most people call me Ken Do you like your name Yes My horrible brother Has told everybody…

What a meal What a wonderful meal I do not think I have tasted better What is your secret Rebecca Now that would be telling You will be fast asleep When Mike and I leave tomorrow The list you requested will be on the table Although I have altered one small thing Do not worry…

I do like your shirt Sylvia Yes it is one of my favourites Is it based on a Mondrian work Yes I also have a few prints And a painted wooden mannequin Which was a gift from Celia Bee Are you no longer seeing her Yes we broke up three months ago I still miss…

Cat Dog Castles Why did you say that I did not say that I said Cat Dog Castles Whatever for It is the name Of my goldfish I could not think Of anything more suitable

During the storm We sheltered In the gallery Monet Was at home So we stayed For afternoon tea

Do you realise That I am taking a bath In the City of Bath It was so nice of you to invite me As recently I have not been my Sunday Best And you are the guest of honour At the Bath Literary Festival I am proud of your company Josie It is not that…

There was a slight noise A leaflet dropped to the floor Sephine was asleep Josie was in the bath I was reading a book Which was asking one question

As the air cools And the days fade I stay in my room Recording each butterfly That has visited My beautiful garden

I wake up each morning To a kaleidoscope of colour These are the butterflies of Aix Some are on wing others still