R Nic's just spotted Peter's freaky arm - he has three very big fingers! Check out his pic on Thirsty Scholars on the galleries.
I know he goes interstellar some times but I didn't realise he was actually from outer space?

What say you to this charge Mr Crompton? Talking of Earth Rights you intergallactic migrant you!

Much love to you ET.
xxx

Just found this.

Hmm yea its all about shutter speed, in order to capture the picture (without flash) I set the shutter speed to 1/30th second with a film speed of 1600 (equiv) and the aparture at 5.6

movement is captured in the split second, my arm was moving relatively fast more than likely in an upward and downward jesticulation but with enough speed to create this mutoid effect.

That is the official line.

the unofficial one is yes I have mutated and this arm is normally hidden under a special mould created and fabricated by Moxy Casimir. It flew off when I performed the appropiate 'ant powder' poem.

I can verify that I, Moxy Casimir, created the mutoid Peter Crompton hand mould, model JHX, serial number 98499678.

Warning: Model JHX is subject to immediate product recall as some serious problems with extraneous digital blurriness have been identified. If you see a "Peter Crompton" mutoid do not approach as there maybe a danger of a serious laminated paper burn but please call the poetry police at once, telephone: Wonderland 9849 9678.

Ok I'm handing myself in . Moxy the insurance documents only apply in wonderland and im worried that when the arm detached it grazed alabaster de plumes forehead, he is not pressing charges at the moment but should he change his mind I may find myself in a situation. His velvet hat bore the brunt. The new titanium gudgeon pins were probably the cause of the grazing (though from the rumours the wounds are very superficial)

any way as daftie points out the laminate burn is also a problem recently identified by Julien Jordan. Again this problem is devoid from cover OUTSIDE of wonderland. Whilst I appreciate that Casimir Industries Inc. only worked on the redevelopment of the clear dye system, they have endorsed the product and can be taken to king paul court (the ruling body in wonderland) for helath and safety breaches.

In fact the recent Mutoid that delivered the Tudor House hotel this month of August, had ingested the dye accidently.

Short circuits ensued much to Juliens dismay, though alcohol consumption is thought to be involved in critical decision making feedback loops. Peters common rail vodka injection system obviousley failed and went into a patented 'PAul Blackburn' interstellar overdrive diagnosis.

We also had faults with the mutoids voice in that it went very high pitched.

Moxy industries what say you?

I will shorty self destruct in the foyer

Sweetheart,
I don't know if these comments are in jest or their is a serious note to them?
I think you were outstanding on Thursday night! You compered brilliantly, it was different and possibly unique which you tend to be anyway - but seeing as you worked the projector, compered both halves, found out about all the poets and bigged them up and made them feel welcome and had to get yourself drinks because your daft friend (namely me who was sat at the same table - didn't think to ask if I could help in anyway - because I was enjoying your performance and the other performances so much and probably and more importantly you were focusing so intently on what you were doing that I didn't like to disturb you)
I think it takes a massive amount of guts to do what you do, I know you're a seasoned performer but that's different to compering, the latter is bloody hard work by the look of it!
Please focus on all the positive things you brought to the night rather than dwell on what you might have done differently than others would and on that note I would like to thank you for a wonderfully entertaining night and I assure you I am being sincere. I had a very enjoyable night and a massive part of that was down to your inspired and interesting compering.
Take on board feedback by all means and listen to advice from the more experienced comperes but don't be afraid to have your own style as you do in your performances.

Maybe the more experienced Comperes could put on some workshops which could incorporate tips and techniques?

Love and laughter to all who sail on the wordsome waves of wonder and wisdom. go in peace and poetise the world!

No Maggie is just a joke!

Everything is fine and its all ok, we are just having a mess around, its fun.

Everyone is fine and I enjoyed the compering and took on the positive comments on how to hone the skill.

As always my love and thanks to Julien, Paul and Dave as they continue to help us all grow as poets.They are always supportive and helpful.

And my love to everyone else, al the poets here for we help each other.


Wonderful!!!

Makes me genuinely very happy. My social life has never been so much fun and fulfilling.

These comments from the heart.

Pete

x

You are all destined for greatness.

thank you Moxy, what a lovely thing to say. I hope you have got in touch with Jon Ox he'd be stoked to hear from you - I'm sure.
xxx