This poem was inspired by a recent design I posted, written with my close friend and collaborator in arms, the lovely Penny Granger. Please visit her web site, thank you!
Up in a dusty attic
Mostly deserted and bare
A crystal prism casts light
Mirroring a moon to share
When once imagination
Filled young minds, eager to play
That time has since vanished, yet
Magic remains to this day
© 2026 Phil Perkins
Strange Magic, by Electric Light Orchestra (1975) – see lyrics here.
‘Twas a pleasure to collaborate with you, my darling man, …as I always say, I only suggested and you did the bulk of the magical, mysterious, poetic plot, …I would’ve loved to find and bring this amazing prism to glorious life as a youngster, … Forse, nel passato polveroso avremmo potuto esplorare insieme la soffitta, amore mio, …❤️
Good afternoon, my darling lady and Poetess extraordinaire. Exploring the attic in creative thoughts, collaborating as we compose, to pen together these lines in rhyme, our joint poetic prose. Mi piacerebbe esplorare questo spazio insieme a te, amore mio, condividendo avventure indimenticabili… ❤️
💫❤️ 💫
magical…✨️
beautifully written, Phil…🤍
Thank you, dear Destiny. There was more to be shared in this picture, and doing so with Penny was a wonderful, collaborative endeavor. Wishing you a great week ahead, my friend, and a splendid February, as well 🌺✨🤗
we look forward to more from you and Penn… always enjoyed …🤍🤗🙏
Beautiful 😍
Thanks very much, dear Priti ✨🤗
Such sweet, lovely words, great job you two !
Most kind of you to say, dear Susan. It’s always a pleasure sharing words with Penny, and I’m glad you found it enjoyable, too. Have a great week! 🤗
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