What Brian has said is true
I'm Aussie born and bred
Mess with me and Tina'll have
Your whats-its strung round your head

ribbit....bit strong there Don?

OK, try again

I'm fair, and I'm kinda unbeatable
I look after my passengers too right
The BUS exists for only one purpose
To bring lotsa fun to the site

ribbit...that's better


Some think our FUN BUS is bit childish

(ribbit...what nerve!)

Suits just little infantile minds
(ribbit...my friends/relly's Muppets)
Brought joy to all minds of all kinds

So come all you minds of all type
Smallish, or largish, in-between
Enjoy our BUS concept while it's still here
Before I end up a has-been

ribbit...he's just joking. No way he's gonna has-been himself ?

Comment is about FUN BUS: Celebrates National Hottie Day (blog)

Original item by Don Matthews

The bus may have overheated
But Don is not defeated
With all his passengers seated
He'll make sure they're not cheated

Comment is about FUN BUS: Celebrates National Hottie Day (blog)

Original item by Don Matthews

I never commented on this one, so I will now.

It reads like a piece that would go great on a wall in a library somewhere. Do you do epigraphs Taylor? Because if you do, these poems would make good ones I think.

Comment is about Under The Stairs (blog)

Original item by Taylor Crowshaw

Thanks a lot.Your comments are like blessings.

Comment is about Weapon (blog)

Original item by AVISHEK GHOSH

I have just submitted my most recent WOL offering - Ascension To Prophecy. What the heck. Nothing ventured..

Comment is about New Astronomy Magazine Looking For Submissions (article)

Original item by Mike Took

Couldn't help but think of Zimbabwe at the moment...
Thank you, Ray.

Comment is about RECONCILIATION (blog)

Original item by ray pool

Congratulations, Ray! How did I miss this? Is there a special button to press so I get a notice about each POTW?
Brilliant piece of writing by one of my favourites.
?

Comment is about Reconciliation by Ray Pool is Write Out Loud's Poem of the Week (article)

Original item by Mike Took

The final statement--"into each cell without a door"--really wraps the entire piece up tightly. For, what are we to such flighty ideas when awake, but closed?

Comment is about All ThezeDreamz (blog)

Original item by Adam Whitworth

Ray,

The FUN BUS Committee have considered your re-application and believe you have 'turned over a new leaf' and are happy to accept you on the FUN BUS, as long as you behave. Any mischief-making and you will face the wrath of Tina and Gina. Gosh, that even scares me...

All the gang at FB HQ have forgiven you, even froggie is ribbeting with joy.

They all realise we have 'off'' days where we get of bed the wrong side.

We hope you get out on the right side this Saturday for National Hottie Day and join us a new member on the FUN BUS. Don's driving so who knows what could happen....

D?

Comment is about WOL's New Rhymers Club (blog)

Original item by Don Matthews

Excellent sentiment, loved the 'attract more bees with honey than vinegar' vibe that I got from this. That's what my mama always tried to teach. It's tough, but worth it to live like that.?

Comment is about Dare (blog)

Original item by Louise Bowles

This is definitely something I'll be doing.?

Comment is about New Astronomy Magazine Looking For Submissions (article)

Original item by Mike Took

Way to keep a rhyme going via each stanza.?

Comment is about Meant for Me (blog)

Original item by HayzTee

Since you asked, in my humble opinion, I think the 3 best poems you have submitted to the site are these ones, in descending order:

1. "The demons that only I knew"

2. "Who are the real Monsters?"

3. "Friends of many faces"



Of course others on here may feel differently, these are the three pieces that I read over the most because of their interest, their powerful words, and their interesting topics. The first one I put I think so because it packs so much in such short lines, and I still think it is one of the best ones I've read in a while. The second poem I put because I've yet to read a poem like it anywhere. The care you put shows. The third poem is on there because the way the repetitive usage of the word 'friend' is applied adds a unique rhythm unlike any other that you've done so far. Hope this advice helps in some way, have a good one Hayley, and keep up the great poems.?

Comment is about HayzTee (poet profile)

Original item by HayzTee

Thanks, Kate. This is more social commentary than my usual near-the-knuckle whimsy.

Comment is about NUTS (blog)

Original item by John Coopey

I'll take that, Ray--what more could I aspire to?

Thanks, fella.

Comment is about recognition (blog)

Original item by nunya

This made me laugh out loud! Well done.

Comment is about Tommy darling (blog)

Original item by Jennifer Malden

Taylor, anyone who loves foxes enough to write lovely poems like this about them gets my, ?! BIGTIME!





Rose ?

Comment is about The Fox Visited Me Last Night (blog)

Original item by Taylor Crowshaw

I found this poem powerful . The Masks we wear Jon?
Thanks Taylor

Comment is about Ellie (blog)

Original item by Jon Stainsby

How refreshing to have someone write about this topic. I used to work with children with disabilities and felt like the world never really saw them. Thank you. Very inspired.

Comment is about NUTS (blog)

Original item by John Coopey

human barriers that are sooo long overdue for demolition. Thanks for sharing Jon.



Rose ?

Comment is about Ellie (blog)

Original item by Jon Stainsby

Just a belly full of laughs...?
Thanks Taylor

Comment is about "White" said Fred (blog)

Original item by hugh

Light and breezy.
Thanks ?
Taylor

Comment is about GNU (blog)

Original item by d.knape

loves armoury has always been at our disposal. All we have to do is keep its doors open!

Loved this Avishek!



Rose ?

Comment is about Weapon (blog)

Original item by AVISHEK GHOSH

I need some assistance. I'm considering putting a poem as an entry to a big competition due date in August.

What poem/poems do you think are my strongest or most powerful and are worthy of potentially winning a brilliant prize maybe?

I need help to narrow it down and I'm very overloaded with options?

Comment is about HayzTee (poet profile)

Original item by HayzTee

Martin, will this capital word plus exclamation mark- STUNNING! suffice? because in my 'umble opinion it applies one hundred per cent to this fabbo.



Rose ?

Comment is about Divided by derision (blog)

Original item by Martin Elder

gotcha! these are times when you CAN weave nets to catch the wind.

(she pours she ignites)


Rose ?

Comment is about read poetry while high (blog)

Original item by Bonaparte's

BIGGGG welcome guy. Both you and your razor fucking sharp poetry-gadfuckingzooks!



Rose ?

Comment is about Bonaparte's (poet profile)

Original item by Bonaparte's

Many thanks Jane, and Avishek for the compliment.

Cheers Keith for the like.


Ray

Comment is about CLOSING THE GAP OF YEARS (blog)

Original item by ray pool

'To the right of the Hyphen' is straight to the point and leaves the reader with much food for thought. I'm sure that any date that is written for an individual they would hope to leave a lasting legacy.
Thank you for your very kind words on 'The Place where only Dead men sleep' and as you try out poetry I hope you give us all some more. DD

Comment is about Grape (poet profile)

Original item by Grape

Poetic humor! I love it...Well done!?

Comment is about "White" said Fred (blog)

Original item by hugh

Thank you so much, Anya ❤

Comment is about Ellie (blog)

Original item by Jon Stainsby

Really moving and simple Rachel. There is always a depth to your work that gives it substance.

Ray

Comment is about recognition (blog)

Original item by nunya

Don, please accept my apologies for trying to be clever with an appalling comment; I should know better, and I appreciate you do what you do with the best of motives. I feel bad about it.

All the very best. Ray

Comment is about WOL's New Rhymers Club (blog)

Original item by Don Matthews

Hey Suki, thanks for having a look in.

Comment is about recognition (blog)

Original item by nunya

Ray

After due consideration at Committee level your application for entry to the FUN BUS has been refused.

You may re-apply at a future date showing the Committee why they should reconsider your new application.

FUN BUS Committee

Comment is about WOL's New Rhymers Club (blog)

Original item by Don Matthews

GNUtiful.

Comment is about GNU (blog)

Original item by d.knape

Love the final strong end 'And engulf You' lovely word to choose.

Comment is about Dare (blog)

Original item by Louise Bowles

Like the ending 'I'm a clean new human being' .

Comment is about PANDEMONIUM (blog)

Original item by Swetha Kandati

A very handsome photo; I see time has been very good to you Ray!

Thank you for reading my poems. Jane?

Comment is about ray reborn poet (photo)

Original item by ray pool

Nice! Glad to see someone else writes lighthearted poems!

Jennifer

Comment is about GNU (blog)

Original item by d.knape

I'm sorry Wong couldn't make stain dis'pear Hugh
Was he using the correct removing stuff?
I think Tina could've helped Wong to solve it
Nail polish remover douse - gone, whoosh, then puff.

ribbit....done and dusted ?

Now as you do so rightly say
Two Wongs do not make White
I put to you for consideration
That Tina/Gina might

Comment is about "White" said Fred (blog)

Original item by hugh

A lot of angst and self defeatism here Damon. It feels like there is no resolution. I think Colin is on my line of thought - squeeze it like plasticine til it shapes up . Good ingredients.
Hope that helps!

Ray

Comment is about Chocolate-Covered Razor Blades (blog)

Original item by Mikey V Kinsey

Another piece of pure joy Hugh. I knew there was something Wong about it.

Ray

Comment is about "White" said Fred (blog)

Original item by hugh

Hi, yes very difficult concept to grasp. Thanks very much.

Comment is about The Curse. (blog)

Original item by Bonaparte's

Hi DK - thanks for the comment on my WOL page.
No, not a dead end street - although in real life, it IS
"one-way" - as is life itself! ?
MC

Comment is about d.knape (poet profile)

Original item by d.knape

I'm rather bowled over to get this again folks as you can all imagine. I think the timing of it touched a nerve, as we are again sweltering - I imagined that nature has a will - some would argue for that and some against. That's the beauty of the mind, always taking sides. I'm sure the primitive peoples were more in tune with the forces that prevail. It seems we ignore natural signs at our peril.

Anya, thank you for your enthusiasm - i'm almost on fire today!

Thanks Big Sal, nice that you like this.

Brian - love fifteen - you cannot be serious.

Darren, always nice to hear from you. Such contrasts we live through.

I am blushing Stu. I do my best, mate. Poetry is all about reaching minds, so I feel good if I do that.

Suki, i'd like you as my agent. I really appreciate the fullness of your comments. If I can inspire, that is a side effect, because one's motivations should always be untainted by pride. Thanks so much.

Thanks Taylor, a big tick from me to you for coming on board.

Karen, too kind. I always find this kind of poem better on the page, as my voice I feel does not have the lyrical resonance for this subject matter. When I next see you I'll have it ready !


Yes Col. How about a boxers robe with that name on!
Thanks mate.


Spot on Graham. We like to read the forecast before we become downcast.


Thank you Keith for your sympathetic and heartfelt comments.


Jan, I know you had the POTW, so welcome to the "club" and it's good to get you here !


Cynthia, fixed grin by now ! Most appreciated. I do keep on trying to hit the spot.


Jane, thank you! I think we are again overheating after the storms ( just a distant memory).


Especially nice to get your comment John , as I always find your work has a bit of magic to it with sensitivity. I think there may be a knack to compare ourselves with the immensity of nature.


Love to all and I will take a cold shower before the next cloud bank moves in.


Ray

Comment is about Reconciliation by Ray Pool is Write Out Loud's Poem of the Week (article)

Original item by Mike Took

Thank you, Jane and Kate, for your kind words. ❤

Jon

Comment is about Ellie (blog)

Original item by Jon Stainsby

Jon, your work blows me away.

Comment is about Ellie (blog)

Original item by Jon Stainsby

Thank you, Nigel; I will be glad to! Christine's daughter has asked me to say a few words & read out one of Christine's poems at the funeral - so I'd appreciate prayer for that please, at 11 am on Tuesday!
ps: I just love our Write Out Loud group!!! Love, Dorinda x

Comment is about Stockport WoL (group profile)

Original item by Stockport WoL

Words straight from the heart!❤ Very admirable Jon.

Thanks, Jane?

Comment is about Ellie (blog)

Original item by Jon Stainsby