<Deleted User> (19836)
Sat 1st Sep 2018 08:17
So true Taylor! A beautiful expression!❤
Comment is about A Moment in my Mind (blog)
Original item by Taylor Crowshaw
Brian - you are correct. You don't have to be bipolar to be creative or brilliant But it helps. A link has been established between bipolar and creativity. A bipolar brain thinks different to an ordinary brain.
My point was to both raise awareness of this little understood illness, and indicate many famous people with this illness who made great contributions to society?
Comment is about The Brain and Bipolar : Raising Awareness, Removing the Stigma (blog)
Original item by Don Matthews
Very informative thanks for sharing..?
Comment is about The Brain and Bipolar : Raising Awareness, Removing the Stigma (blog)
Original item by Don Matthews
For some strange reason I don't suffer depression. Mania is my demon. The secret is to keep it under control. medications do that. I need my 'controlled mania'. I wouldn't want it any other way. It powers my writing and adds excitement to my life. Would I want to press a button to get rid of it ? Never. Just have to make sure it doesn't get away from me ?
Comment is about The Brain and Bipolar : Raising Awareness, Removing the Stigma (blog)
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<Deleted User> (19836)
Sat 1st Sep 2018 08:03
Excellent Don! You have spoken eloquently, creatively and continue to carry on with rhyming ever-so smoothly. An informative piece, perhaps helping some to understand that they are, by no means, alone in their battle.?❤
BRAVO!
Comment is about The Brain and Bipolar : Raising Awareness, Removing the Stigma (blog)
Original item by Don Matthews
<Deleted User> (18980)
Sat 1st Sep 2018 08:01
Hi Don - got to be careful with sweeping statements...I'm sure not all bipolars are creative, and there are many non-bipolars who are equally as creative.
Good to raise awareness but probably needs to be drip fed.
Comment is about The Brain and Bipolar : Raising Awareness, Removing the Stigma (blog)
Original item by Don Matthews
I agree with the others. Pure emotion shows in this and it makes it very touching. I think a lot of people could find themselves in it.
Comment is about Mess (blog)
Original item by Don Matthews
Sat 1st Sep 2018 04:11
thank you for your comment.
you are always there with a kind comment.
Comment is about Taylor Crowshaw (poet profile)
Original item by Taylor Crowshaw
I like this Melissa?
Comment is about The Hypocrisy of Fashion (blog)
Original item by Melissa Wiens
Jane - 'frosted with', I like that. Bipolars are very emotional. It often comes out in my writing. Guess it's a way of healing ?
Comment is about Mess (blog)
Original item by Don Matthews
<Deleted User> (16099)
Fri 31st Aug 2018 23:07
keep writing this was beautifully written.
Comment is about Loving You Hurts (blog)
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<Deleted User> (16099)
Fri 31st Aug 2018 23:04
Thanks David. Looking back on this it seems such a lot of effort and a damp squib. I think that is because it requires ardent reading, not just a shower of absorption. A lesson to be learned I fear. So thanks for reading, and there was an implied sideswipe at the lunacy of fame as you point out. I don't think i'll be repeating this format any time soon.
Thanks Brian, my money is on the expected formula,to win hands down.
Rachel, bless you. You stuck with it and I am very pleased!
Delighted all you likers, Des, Jon, Anya, Darren, Taylor and Avishek.
(Ray)
Comment is about SUCCESS STORY (blog)
Original item by ray pool
Thanks for liking Ferris
Hi Ray
your comments are always welcome. I guess we can never absolutely know what is in the hearts and minds of individuals which is probably a good thing sometimes but I like to see the edges of what has been seen to be acceptable in the past frayed at the edges at times. I currently work with people who have learning difficulties and or some physical impairment. They can seem different to others particularly if they are in a wheel chair and it is interesting to watch people out on the street and how they act towards the said people I support. now I am rambling and going off at a tangent.
Anyway once again thanks for your comments and thoughts , much appreciated.
I think I ought to get my coat
Cheers mate
Martin
Comment is about Sexless (blog)
Original item by Martin Elder
"to try and emulate their voice is a fools errand." Yes, Taylor, to learn this lesson is the first step to developing a voice of one own. In fact, we all have a myriad of voices. The voice and persona of a poem may be a character rather than oneself. John Steinbeck said that it is only when we put ourself in another petson's shoes that we can really empathise with her/him and so 'give voice' to their particular point of view. John
Comment is about Taylor Crowshaw (poet profile)
Original item by Taylor Crowshaw
Thank you Taylor. I've been working on this poem since 2012. Work-in-progress. John
Comment is about Iceflower (blog)
Original item by John E Marks
Thank you guys, it feels great to know other people like my writing as much as I do
Comment is about Loving You Hurts (blog)
Original item by Melissa Wiens
Wow, thanks Big Sal. The feedback I'm getting makes me want to write more. I didn't think people would even read my poetry
Comment is about It's Easier Not to Care (blog)
Original item by Melissa Wiens
Thanks Big Sal, glad you liked it. This is the first time I've put my work out there so it's nice to get feedback
Comment is about Melissa Wiens (poet profile)
Original item by Melissa Wiens
So sad. I am left wanting to know more about the story. Who was this friend that wanted to speak out about the man's life. Why is he not with his children and wife.
I love poems that make me think. Poems that make clear pictures in my head. This poem surely did that. I think this would make a good short movie.
Comment is about A Quiet Man (blog)
Original item by Taylor Crowshaw
<Deleted User> (19836)
Fri 31st Aug 2018 18:57
Indeed Don this piece mirrors quite a bit of emotion compared to other poems I've read by you. I really enjoyed this one. Excellent rhyme as always frosted with a little bit of the inner you! ?Jane
Comment is about Mess (blog)
Original item by Don Matthews
Hugh I am now looking in every nook and cranny..although I do not mind spiders hate flies. Another cracker..??
Comment is about Spider fear (blog)
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<Deleted User> (19836)
Fri 31st Aug 2018 18:29
The imagery is stunning. Beautiful..?
Comment is about Iceflower (blog)
Original item by John E Marks
I have no words but hope is a necessity.. Well written thank you for sharing. ?
Comment is about He Never Returned (blog)
Original item by Nigel Astell
A nostalgic trip back in time. Enjoyed it thank you....it is a pity we have lost so much over time..?
Comment is about Going To The Store (blog)
Original item by d.knape
Being a technically challenged grandmother myself I am in awe. I still have a few years to catch up. Gripping, cleverly worded piece. Loved it thank you. ?
Comment is about Hi Tech Granny (blog)
Original item by mike booth
This poem is right up my street Mike. Light with a touch of the melodramatic theatrics that our feline friends often provide. Enjoyed this. I look forward to reading more of your work. Taylor ?
Comment is about When Tibbles Had Nibbles (blog)
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Thank you for commenting on A Quiet Man Mike. It was really interesting to hear your thoughts. Really appreciated your comments. Looking forward to reading your work... Off to have a look now. ?
Comment is about mike booth (poet profile)
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Hugh - thanks!
Comment is about YOU ARE THE MUSIC - a song lyric (blog)
Original item by M.C. Newberry
Big Sal
Fri 31st Aug 2018 15:17
Still rhymes. . . Beautiful work. Needs to be taught to younger ones so they remember what great poetry looks like, and never forget those that write it.?
Comment is about Upward Over the Mountain (blog)
Original item by John E Marks
Thanks Taylor for your constant love and support.
Comment is about Riddle (blog)
Original item by AVISHEK GHOSH
Thanks Rose for your helpful comment. I have done few changes after your advice. Keep encouraging me thus.Thanks a lot again.
Comment is about Riddle (blog)
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<Deleted User> (9882)
Fri 31st Aug 2018 12:50
so true Wendy! ( glamour puss! )...?!!
Rose ?
Comment is about Tit for Tat (blog)
Original item by Wendy Higson
<Deleted User> (9882)
Fri 31st Aug 2018 12:47
love it Avishek...would have finished with
'will I be asleep or awake forever?'...?
shall I get my coat or not? ?
Rose ?
Comment is about Riddle (blog)
Original item by AVISHEK GHOSH
Thank you Don! I really liked those two lines as well...really flow well off the tongue ?
Comment is about Compulsive Manipulation (blog)
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<Deleted User> (9882)
Fri 31st Aug 2018 12:40
<Deleted User> (9882)
Fri 31st Aug 2018 12:38
your best to date Taylor by far and muchly enjoyed.
Rose ?
Comment is about A Quiet Man (blog)
Original item by Taylor Crowshaw
It was music to my ears,beautifully written.
Comment is about YOU ARE THE MUSIC - a song lyric (blog)
Original item by M.C. Newberry
Anya/TC/Kate G. and Jane B. - many thanks for the
comments. I have a short "bridge" in mind after the
first AB verses. Still working on it. ?
Comment is about YOU ARE THE MUSIC - a song lyric (blog)
Original item by M.C. Newberry
The topic is bound to attract diverse opinions and it helps
to have a sense of humour! The range of size alone
makes the spider a fascinating subject, from tiny house
spider to the enormous plate-sized variety found in hotter
climates, they deserve our consideration - and a healthy
respect when venomous! I think it is their tendency to
lurk in dark places and their speed of movement which
promotes an atavistic response in us - probably with good reason when facing the unpleasant often fatal results from
an encounter with certain species before medical science
produce antidotes. I recall the evidence of aggression
of one particular species - the dangerous Brazilian
Wandering Spider, which has been known to run towards
a broom-wielding human - and UP the broom handle!
Oo-er!! We are blessed in this temperate zone - except
for the careless traveller who might bring back unauthorised arachnids in luggage...as can happen on
occasion. I have perfected the glass tumbler and postcard
method of safely depositing an unwanted visitor outside!
Comment is about Spider fear (blog)
Original item by hugh
<Deleted User> (19913)
Fri 31st Aug 2018 11:21
Awesome work Lynn, a great poem
Comment is about 'Love Garden' by Lynn Hahn is Write Out Loud's Poem of the Week (article)
Original item by Mike Took
<Deleted User> (18980)
Fri 31st Aug 2018 11:03
Don't digress, confess
Bring it all into the open
Your mess will get less
Comment is about Mess (blog)
Original item by Don Matthews
I look at this and think did I really write this? It's still ripping emotions reading it 12 months later ?
Comment is about Mess (blog)
Original item by Don Matthews
Thank you to all of you kind people who have taken the time to comment upon my scribbling. Kindness is, for me, the greatest, and most under-rated, of the virtues. Thank you Big Sal for planting in my head the possibility (I was going to write 'positing' but that's a very silly word) that I might be around at the end of time. Has my head spinning that. I love to read poetry, I read everyday if possible, and I try to learn from other poets of the past and present. I really admire the work of the deeply unfashionable, Anglo-American, Anglican poet TS Eliot:
“Time present and time past
Are both perhaps present in time future,
And time future contained in time past.
If all time is eternally present
All time is unredeemable.
What might have been is an abstraction
Remaining a perpetual possibility
Only in a world of speculation.
What might have been and what has been
Point to one end, which is always present.
Footfalls echo in the memory
Down the passage which we did not take
Towards the door we never opened
Into the rose-garden. My words echo
Thus, in your mind.
But to what purpose
Disturbing the dust on a bowl of rose-leaves
I do not know.
Other echoes
Inhabit the garden. Shall we follow?”
Comment is about John E Marks (poet profile)
Original item by John E Marks
Becky Who
Sat 1st Sep 2018 08:23
Beautiful!
Comment is about A Moment in my Mind (blog)
Original item by Taylor Crowshaw