thanks for the extra location details Keith. They have put me in mind of something I wrote a year or so back on a flight to Gran Canaria. I will repost it for you to read if you get time. Cheers, Col

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Dear Harry,
thank you for going through "brand new start".....i appreciate your sincere comment....your deep connection to my feelings shows that you are connected to God Almighty....i started to write this poem with the intention of thanking Allah, despite all the tests, tribulations and worries, we have so much to thank Him for. Lord (Rabb) is a reference to Allah Almighty. we as muslims love Jesus (peace be upon him), we respect him as an honourable messenger of God.
this poem is a sincere reflection of my thankfulness to Allah, which He definitely owes.
as for "that" something missing that you feel...i will definitely try to understand and will try to put into words worth being read....in shaa allah.

regards:-
-ghazala l.

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dear keith,
thank you for reading my poem..."i have a dream". your appreciation means a lot to me.
i truly feel, peace is much talked about these days but rarely we feel that peace. everyone is at war..with themselves, within family, neighborhood, countries at large....i wish somehow true peace could spread throughout the world.....thank you for your sincere comment.
regards
- ghazala l.

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Message for Nicola - and apologies! I gave you the wrong spelling for Roger McGough (that's the right one!) and I'm sure you knew that but were either too polite to say, or you were extremely tolerant of my ageing brain! Sorry!
Love, Dorinda x

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Thanks Colin

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love the bio Frank - I lasted a little while longer but dropped out of education after a month of 'A' Levels - uninspired teaching and what we would probably label a failing school nowadays but I guess a lot of it was me wanting to go my own way and do my own thing because at the time I knew better of course! Sadly I see the same failings in our schools 35 years on as my own teenage boys go through the system - take a look at this week's Poem of the Week for similar thoughts.

There are lots of talented writers here on WoL covering different themes and styles so if you want to learn this is the place to be. Read read read and have fun with words. There are no rules but one tip I would offer is to not get too hung up on the rhymes - there is more to poetry than end of line rhyming although it definitely has a place. Good luck Frank.

All the best
Colin

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Jane - yes, go find an open mic and read or sing - I'm sure you won't regret it! Take a look at WoL's gig guide - there might be something near you. Good luck and feel free to post some more poems when you get time. All the best, Colin.

Comment is about Jane Isaac (poet profile)

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Thank you Keith. I only have this one so far. I shall give it another go soon.

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hello ray
not sure where i picked up on it, my brain is patchy, but congrats on having a pamphlet published. it is richly deserved, your work is funny, touching and intelligent, often all at once. as soon as it is available please let me know so i can buy one.
wonderful stuff.

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Frank, this is good. Let´s see some more. Thanks. Keith

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Hannah, Thank you for your compliment on the poem ¨Immense Sorrow ¨. I appreciated your interest. It came as a result of reading and hearing about the town of Accrington during the First World War which sustained horrendous numbers of casulaties. To read more go to Internet and read about the Accrington Pals. It all happened just over 100 years ago. Thank you again. Keith

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Thanks Cynthia! ?

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There's something very hopeful in 'He's not the one' which I like, very much.
Thanks for reading my poem today Martin, now I shall return the compliment and take the time to read more of your.
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Thank you for your kind comment.

Comment is about keith jeffries (poet profile)

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Hi Keith, thank you for your kind comment about 'The Innocents', much appreciated.

Paul

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thank you for the comment.

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Ricky, ¨Symphony in the Night ¨ is a beautifully crafted poem. Thank you for this. Keith

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Welcome to WOL. Will you share with us where you live? We have so many friends now, around the world.

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Hello Daniel, I am a relative newcomer to WOL and came across your profile and the poem The Place where only Dead Men Sleep. This particular poem interests me as I have written similarly in a poem called Hell´s Quagmire which is posted on my profile. We write not from experience as we are too young yet you have captivated the atmosphere so well of what life was like in the trenches. I drew a lot of my inspiration from old war time photos and some written works. Your poem has a special essence to it. Thank you. Keith

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Hello Daz, I am a relative newcomer to WOL and recently came across your profile, the poems of which I have enjoyed, especially Late Meetings, Today we painted a door, Finding Myself and Performance. I like your style and wit. I look forward to reading more. Thanks. Keith

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Hello Ray, Thank you for commenting on Just after... Your comment was true indeed. I waited for my sweets which I shared with my Nan. They were always humbugs. It was a different world. Thank you again. Keith

Comment is about ray pool (poet profile)

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Beautifully heartfelt. Write more. Thanks Keith

Comment is about luke bodkin (poet profile)

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Wayne, thank you for this poem which, I should imagine, is a poem which many a soul sings. Keith

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Hello David, Giovanni is a tribute to many bold hard working people who made a lasting impression on many others. Thank you. Keith

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Hello Paul, the Innocents is beautifully crafted and so pertinent to what is now taking place in certain parts of the world. A sad but sensitive portrayal of tragedy. Thank you. Keith

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Hi Cynthia (Slates) just back from a short break near Minehead and thought my latest muse might have slipped the net unnoticed but no, hawk eyed Cynthia has twigged what B and her ladyship where up to as well. Thanks for appreciating a little levity. I have changed tack a little in my most recent work as I am starting to perform open mike stuff which I am beginning to enjoy. Thanks for taking the trouble to respond. Appreciated. P. ?

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Hello Samual, I have read your poem ´Death´and your biography. You possess immense talent, honesty and skill. At the end of your biography you write, ´its in the writng´. It most certainly is. In the poem ´Death´the line ´Death whispers in my ear, come you will be safer with me´. This shows an insight quite incredible for there are many who could not express this. Write more as you are already on the road to be a really good poet and writer. Thank you. Keith

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Hello Gary, Thank you for the poem ¨Street View ¨. Your thoughts and observations say a good deal about your insights into everyday life. I particularly enjoyed the line ´Sadness sponging through his coat like a freezing fog´. Please post more and thanks again. Keith

Comment is about Gary Smillie (poet profile)

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Thankyou Cynthia

Much appreciated

Ken

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Cynthia re "Sin" the grating is in the mind of the beholder.

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Comment is about Gopika_n (poet profile)

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Hello Hazel, it was your comment on Kevin´s poem ´Sylvie´which drew my attention to your profile and some of your poetry. Your style is enticing and also enigmatic. I have enjoyed most, if not all, but particularly liked Í lived my life that way´and ´The End is Nigh´. Please write more. An aspiring fan. Thanks. Keith

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thanks for commenting on 'returning home' MC - you have picked up the mood and feel very well in your summary - and, indeed, the references within the lines - thanks for commenting
Ian

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thanks for the kind comments on 'returning home' Ray - you have understood EXACTLY the meaning of this piece - thanks very much for taking the time to comment
Ian

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I hope you don't mind, Rick, I've mentioned you on my blog: https://francesmacaulayforde.wordpress.com/2017/04/03/village-scene-lincolnshire-write-out-loud/
and added you to my Poetic People Pinterest Board: https://au.pinterest.com/FrancesMacForde/writing-poetic-people/?eq=poetic&etslf=7807

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G'day Rick, I loved your poem 'To Maria' today - and this one; 'Tea with Anushka'.
May I cheat and echo Cynthia's comments about value, structure, style etc. I couldn't have said it better.
The ability to make the reader feel you are speaking only to them, with a considered economy of words, placed just so... is a gift.
Now I need to read all of your poems posted on the blog...

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hi Keith, thanks for comment on Sylvie. I was in two minds about posting it, as it seemed unpolished.
I'm not doing it at my next open mic, but maybe the one after. I'd like to hear it myself, done by someone who can deliver it better than I can. i'm still a bit timid as yet, and I think it needs someone who is more confident.

cheers Kevin

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Hello Harry, Thank you for your comment. It is something I shall bear in mind. Keith

Comment is about Harry O`N eill (poet profile)

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♡♡ I love your work

Comment is about Stuart Buck (poet profile)

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Drifting

Young vocal cords
musical rhyme dances
ideas drift along
uplifting poetic voices
creative limitless energy
soaked with inspiration
words of meaning
fall on all
that listen intently.

Inspired by World Poetry Day at Stockport Art Gallery

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Dear Keith, thank you for the positive feedback. I highly appreciate it.

Comment is about Neill Barnard (poet profile)

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Dear Ankit
It's a pleasant surprise to see such amazing poetry specially when you said you are not a poet by profession.. I wish you all the best for your future endeavors.. Look forward to see more meaningful poetry..

Happy scribbling..

Cheers

Shay

Comment is about Ankit Gulati (poet profile)

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Hi Cynthia really great to hear from you. Yes you were bang on with your suggestion on 'Tolls'. Have been doing open mikes in various parts including Camden and more recently at the New Inn, Send, a hinterland of Woking, the latter courtesy of Greg Freeman's enterprising plans. I don't know if you are the same, but I find inspiration comes in waves. My current poetic home is with the Wey Poets at Guildford. A great bunch they are and thanks again. P. ?

Comment is about Cynthia Buell Thomas (poet profile)

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Neil, I will try to catch up with more of your work. I look forward to it.

Comment is about Neil Robertson (poet profile)

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Thank you for your comment. How right you are. Keith

Comment is about darius manning (poet profile)

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Thank you Paul. Let´s press on and write more good poetry. Keith

Comment is about Paul Waring (poet profile)

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Hi Keith, firstly, sorry for the slightly delayed reply, I have only just spotted your comment. Thank you very much for your kind words about my poems. I was so pleased to read that have you enjoyed what I've written, especially Nostalgia which was my first attempt at writing in this style. I was really encouraged by the response it received.

I hope you are enjoying being part of the WoL community, I have been on here since December last year and have really benefited from it. Sincere best wishes with your writing Keith.

Cheers,

Paul

Comment is about keith jeffries (poet profile)

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Neil, Thank you for this poem written in a style which I enjoy reading and use myself. The poem leaves me in a quandry of thought which in itself provokes further thought. Please write more. Thanks again. Keith

Comment is about Neill Barnard (poet profile)

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Thank you so much for your comments and interest in my poems. Keith

Comment is about heartbakedpoet (poet profile)

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Hi Ja'Net,

Just finished eating my breakfast and reading your lovely comment on my profile page - thanks! It's been great reading your work here on WoL, such a wonderful place to make connections with other writers around the world. I very much hope you will stay and share more of your creativity.

So pleased you like my sample poem. I took a look at Walt's and appreciate the wonder of looking and being in that moment. Sometimes we get too immersed in learning and naming and remembering that we forget to simply stop and observe and listen. Poetry is all about that moment for me.

Thanks also for visiting my blog. I should post there more often but for now time doesn't allow. Take care,

Colin

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