Interesting poem Jon; thought provoking.

Comment is about Dancing shadows (blog)

Original item by Jon Stainsby

A profound take on life. Well done!

Comment is about Little Birds (blog)

Original item by Jason Bayliss

Excellent!

Comment is about Twisted Love (blog)

Original item by Vautaw

An exquisite poem; rich with beautiful imagery! I loved it!??

Comment is about Beyond the Blue (blog)

Original item by Jennifer Malden

Beautifully written Keith! The depths of your mind will always take you where you need to be.?

Comment is about I talk to myself (blog)

Original item by keith jeffries

Heartbreaking freedom. ?

Comment is about Grave of the Fireflies (blog)

Original item by Damon Blackery

So much with so few words....lovely!

Comment is about Encounter -A Haiku (blog)

Original item by mona s

Heartwarming words...a must read! I thoroughly enjoyed it.?

Comment is about A Litany for the Living (blog)

Original item by John E Marks

Yep, I do this a lot! I find that being forced to speak my jumbled thoughts and then hearing the words, put in order, helps me to put my thoughts in order.
Glad it's not just me.?

J.

Comment is about I talk to myself (blog)

Original item by keith jeffries

Great poem John, and I really like the title too.

J.

Comment is about Sketches in a minor key (blog)

Original item by John E Marks

Really lovely sentiment and beautifully lyrical, it has a lovely rise and fall to it.

J.

Comment is about On her mother's step (blog)

Original item by Graham Parker and his musings

This is very eloquently put Keith. I think we all too often take that inner voice and the internal dialogue that we have with our own self for granted. And if we choose to externalise those thoughts sometimes what does it matter. It can be all a part of the process, particularly within the creative mind. Love it

Comment is about I talk to myself (blog)

Original item by keith jeffries

As a friend once told me, not so long ago," If the sincerity and honesty in the words that you write are any reflection of your character, I think you'll be fine."
You'll be alright dear Jason?
Beautiful poem!
Thank you ?
Mae

Comment is about Fading (blog)

Original item by Jason Bayliss

Thanks for liking it ?

Comment is about Miss you mom (blog)

Original item by Noya

Thanks for all the responses, comment or otherwise )

Rachel

Comment is about the future is now (blog)

Original item by nunya

So many things told in so few words. Crucial things. Beautiful, Jason!?
Thank you ?
Mae

Comment is about Little Birds (blog)

Original item by Jason Bayliss

To be fair, I might joke about it but I wouldn't look either.

J.

Comment is about BREAST FEEDING IN PUBLIC (blog)

Original item by John Coopey

Thank you Jason! I do write what's inside so I guess, I hope you're right... As for the photo, seasons changed since the last one was taken and I thought it was time for another change!
Thanks for your support dear Jason?
Mae

Comment is about Dread of the Dream (blog)

Original item by Mae Foreman

This sonnet was inspired by a photograph of my mother which would have been taken in the early 50's. It always struck me as a lost in time moment that I could go back to even though I was never there. It is a two-way reflection on life.

Comment is about On her mother's step (blog)

Original item by Graham Parker and his musings

That is really beautiful Jennifer. I love the flow of it. And the last line is bitter sweet.

J. x

Comment is about Beyond the Blue (blog)

Original item by Jennifer Malden

If the sincerity and honesty in the words that you write are any reflection of your character, I think you'll be fine.

Beautiful poem Mae, and love the new photo by the way.

J. x

Comment is about Dread of the Dream (blog)

Original item by Mae Foreman

I love the gentle presentation of ideas such as yours Tom. Like fine bone china the poem takes shape with detail such as the tiny knot. The idea of our outside selves is a great thought, and the last line like a dissolution. Compelling imagery.
Just a point, is that a typo in the third verse ? I thought reimagine.

Ray

Comment is about Monday (blog)

Original item by Tom Harding

His uncle may be bald but his dad and grandad aren't...baldness is not a Hewitt trait!

Comment is about LOOKING A-HEAD! (blog)

Original item by M.C. Newberry

Thanks Jennifer, and yes, as I'm sure we know from experience, only too true.

J. x

Comment is about Little Birds (blog)

Original item by Jason Bayliss

Thanks muchly Mr. Foggin. A stimulating and enjoyable read. Yea! let's hear it for lines, whitespace and that Dylan man.
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Comment is about Poetry workshops, the ins and outs: line breaks (article)

Original item by Greg Freeman

You continue to excel with another splendid poem which stimulates the readers imagination.

Well done and congratulations
Keith

Comment is about 'Star Scran and Honey Madness' by Kealan Coady is Write Out Loud Poem of the Week (article)

Original item by Stuart Buck

Thank you so much Martin! ?

Comment is about Note with Note (blog)

Original item by Mae Foreman

So true...from national politics to the local weather forecast!

Comment is about DAY BY DAY (blog)

Original item by M.C. Newberry

excellent as ever tom, really enjoyed this

Comment is about Monday (blog)

Original item by Tom Harding

Hi Randy - you make a strong point, and I feel that the Victorian salon mentality of women tightly corseted and blushing with fans and posies may have persisted into the atomic age. God forbid it is be resurrected under the cloak of poetry, but it sure is. Just a form of presentation wrapping under which foments the reality.

Ray

Comment is about A Bifurcated Analysis of Overly Indulgent Self-Reference and Metacriticism (blog)

Original item by Randy Horton

Thanks Keith. Hardly a day goes past when there isn't something
of the doom and gloom scenario being pushed at us. I wonder
just how much of it finds its way to the so-called third world with its
expanding populations and connected problems?

Comment is about DAY BY DAY (blog)

Original item by M.C. Newberry

An excellent poem.
Thank you for this as I share your sentiments at the present time.

Keith

Comment is about DAY BY DAY (blog)

Original item by M.C. Newberry

Trevor,

Thank you for taking an interest in my poetry and for your kind and encouraging comments.

Keith

Comment is about trevor homer (poet profile)

Original item by trevor homer

Thanks Vautaw and Ray! Agree about the water babies- it is slightly Victorian maiden aunt stuff, but it just came into my head and flowed along! Glad you liked it. Jennifer

Comment is about Beyond the Blue (blog)

Original item by Jennifer Malden

A beautiful poem flowing through the mind like a trail of thoughts - captivating and joyous, with lots of quite childlike imagery . I like the fact it has no sting in its tail and retains a credibility that' s delightful. Reminds me of the Water Babies by Charles Kingsley, a children's book from 1862.

Ray

Comment is about Beyond the Blue (blog)

Original item by Jennifer Malden

I love mermaids and I love this poem. Thanks for sharing Jennifer! ?‍♀️

Comment is about Beyond the Blue (blog)

Original item by Jennifer Malden

Indeed Jason. Thanks for reading and commenting. ?

Comment is about Twisted Love (blog)

Original item by Vautaw

Love it.

Comment is about Fashion victim (blog)

Original item by Phils Words

Thanks for the likes.

Comment is about FOR BETTER...OR WORSE? (blog)

Original item by M.C. Newberry

Hard to argue with the basic truth in these lines. Cleaning up means
more than merely financial expectations. Helping yourself may be
similarly applied in this context.

Comment is about Getting Out From Under (blog)

Original item by d.knape

Thanks, Jennifer.
I’m not quite the voyeur I paint in my poem.
But I do think if women do it in public they can hardly be offended if people look.
It’s a bit like women being offended if people look at their chest when they’re wearing a t-shirt with a message on it.
As for that whopping kid - it’s probably got a full set of teeth too.

Comment is about BREAST FEEDING IN PUBLIC (blog)

Original item by John Coopey

Am unable to write intelligent comments, so would just like to say I enjoyed this, and agree with Ray that it is gripping and rather unsettling.

Jennifer

Comment is about A DREAM OF MISFORTUNE (blog)

Original item by john short

Great little poem and unfortunately too true!

Jennifer

Comment is about Little Birds (blog)

Original item by Jason Bayliss

Agree with breastfeeding absolutely, but discretion should be used by spectators and the feeders as some people find it embarrassing. Anyway why on earth is she breastfeeding a child which must be nearly one year old?

Jennifer

Comment is about BREAST FEEDING IN PUBLIC (blog)

Original item by John Coopey

Close to the vedge!

Comment is about ANTEDISESTABLISHMENT VEGETARIANISM (blog)

Original item by ray pool

Thanks for you like on The Helter - Skelter of Football

Looking at Perfectly Perfect

An emotional rollercoaster - - - love the title

Comment is about Bridgett Elizabeth (poet profile)

Original item by Bridgett Elizabeth

Thanks for your like mate on - - -

The Helter-Skelter of Football

Comment is about Andy N (poet profile)

Original item by Andy N

Either or.?

(Just kidding, great poem.)

J.

Comment is about BREAST FEEDING IN PUBLIC (blog)

Original item by John Coopey

Whoops Graham. I must admit to a fondness for bacon and eggs.. I'm not keen on the sanctimonious who try to run a slimline society. In many ways i am a sinner and hypocrite over food but I do yearn to do the right thing whatever that is. I went to a garden centre yesterday unwisely chose french onion soup... A slurry of onions floating in sweet gravy with no cheese or bread. So have a nice lunch! Thanks for the quick response. Ray.

Comment is about ANTEDISESTABLISHMENT VEGETARIANISM (blog)

Original item by ray pool

thanks both!

poet laureate. yeah i'd give it a go!

john, weirdly i remember that comic but have no idea why

Comment is about click/clack (blog)

Original item by Stuart Buck