When ‘now’ becomes ‘then’
From these intimate notes on nostalgia from her personal diary, Ailsa Gillies reflects on what happens when ‘now’ becomes ‘then’. Continue reading When ‘now’ becomes ‘then’
Inner Child
There’s a child in you, and it’s waiting for you to ask: Who am I? Ailsa Gillies’s lyrical prose flows like the words of a wise guide, urging you to reconcile with your inner child to find your purpose. Continue reading Inner Child
Urban Refugee
Ailsa Gillies tells the story of survival, adaptation, and the blurred line between man and nature in this thought-provoking poem. Like the beginning of a strange joke—a man walks into a bar—this poem unfolds in smoky corners and crowded city streets, where a mysterious figure, disguised as a man, shares their tale of loss and resilience. The ultimate punchline? Nature has a way of reminding us it’s always watching, even in the heart of the concrete jungle. Continue reading Urban Refugee
Eye to luminous eye
Suspended above the earth, Ailsa Gillies met the moon—its silvery whispers felt like an old friend. In its quiet glow, she saw something larger than herself, and from it, flowed this piece of lyrical prose. Continue reading Eye to luminous eye
Into the Nether
Join Ailsa Gillies as she guides us through the mysteries of the ocean in her latest poem, where the wisdom of the whales illuminates the path. Dive into a world where nature’s ancient creature offers insight and reflection, inviting us to embrace the unknown with grace and courage. Continue reading Into the Nether
Blue Nicotine BLEW me away
Riff-ridden and guttural, Blue Nicotine blew Ailsa Gillies away with their debut Album Into The Blue. But is it enough to earn five stars from a tough critic? Continue reading Blue Nicotine BLEW me away
Silent Flight
Who knew being in the dark could be so illuminating? Ailsa Gillies takes us on a poetical journey through the nether. Continue reading Silent Flight
Writhes & Wriggles
Coming eye-to-eye with a creature in the mirror, Ailsa Gillies realises humans have a lot more in common with snakes than she initially thought. Continue reading Writhes & Wriggles
Stained Glass
Inspired by Latin phrases and symbols of divinity, Ailsa Gillies created a piece of prose that delves into the beauty of colourful transparency and vulnerability. Continue reading Stained Glass
5 most soul-healing places on Bute
Needing a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle? Look no further than Ailsa Gillies’ 5 most soul-healing places on the tranquil Isle of Bute. Continue reading 5 most soul-healing places on Bute
