This old lady (moi) likes this poem and is inspired to at least stretch like a cat and take a lovely walk. Good writing Aisha! Nice rhyming, rhythmic pacing. A celebration of the body of youth moving in healthy joy.
Comment is about Workout (blog)
Original item by Aisha Suleman
Oh Evan, I'm so terribly sorry for the heartbreaking loss of beautiful Buddy. It is debilitating to lose your best friend. 😨
I hope you find comfort in knowing that this little writing community on WOL is here for support every step of the way. Take care~
Comment is about Buddy (blog)
Original item by Evan Tyler
Another belter from your portfolio.
Comment is about My Poetic Soul (blog)
Original item by Stephen W Atkinson
Thank you R A, glad you liked it! 😀
Comment is about My Poetic Soul (blog)
Original item by Stephen W Atkinson
Thanks, Manish, for reading and leaving a little memento. I've changed it just a bit since--the essence is the same, but I've made just a few edits to make the reading run a bit more smoothly.
While I'm here...
I'm a little shy when it comes to revealing my inner thoughts. I mean, I'm sure my words don't really touch many readers, but they're still personal. That said, I struggle at times to understand the point in sharing--why seek attention for things that are of little to no value outside of my own head? Even at this moment, I'm thinking, 'what's the use?'
Well, whatever...
Maybe my next venture should involve a commune in deep Oregon with carefully administered hallucinogenics while in a safe place--what harm can come beyond what's already been done by the world at large?
Again, thanks for reading. It does matter, I know. I'm just at a low spot, in need of a change of scenery )
Comment is about tension head (blog)
Original item by Landi Cruz
This is marvellous - rhythmic, rhyming, soulful too - rhymes are so elusive, they need to be captured before they disappear.
Comment is about My Poetic Soul (blog)
Original item by Stephen W Atkinson
Gear up! It has been said, with some truth, that old age ain't for sissies. I'm wondering if the post-baby-boomers will be able to
handle it on present evidence.😏
Comment is about Father's Day (blog)
Original item by R A Porter
Thank you Stephen - having accompanied my (10 years) older brother around a hilly golf course in the Peak District yesterday with his school pal of 60 years I can see all too clearly the road ahead to the land of Sanatogen, Voltarol and Last of the Summer Wine …
Comment is about Father's Day (blog)
Original item by R A Porter
The grand gestures are often compensations. It's the sustained practice of the little things which endures and show's that we care.
This poem is a fine reminder of the importance of small heartfelt offerings.
David
Comment is about This Morning (blog)
Original item by Hélène
Thank you for your generous comment and the link Helene, much appreciated and enjoyed.
Thanks for the recent overnight likes folks.
David
https://wolfgarwords.com/2024/06/14/omens-and-homage/
Comment is about Omens and Homage (Ignorance, Manipulation, Control, Domination) (blog)
Original item by David RL Moore
Jealousy is a hidden enemy residing in the corner of every human being, if not tamed and controlled, jealousy destroys us.
Thanks M.C.Newberry.🌷
Comment is about Jealousy (blog)
Original item by Ghazala lari
Very funny, RA, with more than a grain of the terrible truth!
Comment is about Father's Day (blog)
Original item by R A Porter
Thank you for the comments, Graham, Martin and RA. I heard the novel read on Radio 4 recently and it seems more relevant than ever, particularly in the age of the likes of Donald Trump, where lies become the accepted narrative and truth has no meaning.
And thankyou for liking this poem Nigel, Aisha, Stephen, Jon, Larisa and Manish.
Comment is about Nineteen Eighty-Four (blog)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
Thank you very much, Patricia! And Stephen, if you see it give it a nudge my way 😂 And M.C. if only I could remember the ones I made up during the night, but by morning they've faded with my dreams!
And thanks for the likes 😊🌷
Comment is about My Poetic Soul (blog)
Original item by Stephen W Atkinson
Jealousy is primarily the province of the young who want.
Comment is about Jealousy (blog)
Original item by Ghazala lari
Thank you for reading my poems.
Comment is about SONNET: REALIST, OR CYNIC (DEVIL'S ADVOCATE) (blog)
Original item by Martin Peacock
A learning process. Hey - that's life! 😉 Don't expect too much and be prepared to be surprised, for better or for worse. At the
age of 80 plus,
Best wishes.
Comment is about Time is a flat circle (blog)
Original item by Sarah-Kaye
Spectacular David! I daresay William Blake is smiling. Kudos for the last paragraph (yes, liberation! Check out David's video fellow poets, in which he walks us through the poem). Altogether well done.
https://youtu.be/k4FOz3T-qBc?si=U2a0M_2SLxl0dmZo (Blake poem set to music)
Comment is about Omens and Homage (Ignorance, Manipulation, Control, Domination) (blog)
Original item by David RL Moore
Thank you for the early like Aisha,
David.
Comment is about Omens and Homage (Ignorance, Manipulation, Control, Domination) (blog)
Original item by David RL Moore
Nicely written. Worth reading for this one line alone
'see the witches and the wizards of the wicca all at play'
well done you
G
Comment is about SUBLIMINAL (blog)
Original item by John E Marks
Thanks RA. I’ve noticed a steady decline in the numbers of swallows returning from migration in recent years, and this year is worst of all. Hoping my poem is unduly pessimistic and the situation will turn around in future…
Comment is about End of Summer (blog)
Original item by Tim Ellis
Thnks for the like Aisha.
David
Comment is about A trilogy of D-Day poem readings (blog)
Original item by David RL Moore
Thanks Ray & Greg - & to all the Dads… Happy Father’s Day!
Comment is about Father's Day (blog)
Original item by R A Porter
As i'm a step father I have side stepped most of these issues of course..... ! Very witty offering RA.
Ray
Comment is about Father's Day (blog)
Original item by R A Porter
Sat 15th Jun 2024 18:19
Thank you for all the recent likes today
David
Comment is about The Art of Ages (blog)
Original item by David RL Moore
A delightful venture into poetic fantasy, disciplined yet imaginative in its premise. Resonating with many who have
experienced the "loss" of inspired words due to procrastination
or just circumstance writing poetry..
Comment is about My Poetic Soul (blog)
Original item by Stephen W Atkinson
This is really beautiful, and very sad - thank you
Comment is about End of Summer (blog)
Original item by Tim Ellis
Thank you Tim & MC, glad you enjoyed the wander through an increasingly mature fatherhood
Comment is about Father's Day (blog)
Original item by R A Porter
A charming vignette, easy to imagine the scene described. in a warm drowsy sort of way.
Comment is about Trestle Tables (blog)
Original item by keith jeffries
Entertaining from a reliable WOL source.
"Dads, just be grateful for your fortunate arrival
At a time of life that's more about survival!" 😊
Comment is about Father's Day (blog)
Original item by R A Porter
Orwell was a visionary wasn’t he? You’ve nailed it Stephen!
Comment is about Nineteen Eighty-Four (blog)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
I like this: its disjointed structure curiously has a narrative which flows in a most pleasing way.
Comment is about June 2024 Collage Poem: Under a Crystal Moon (blog)
Original item by Stockport WoL
Language is a tricky, malleable, treacherous, uncertain, unfaithful weapon. It is also a hopeful, redemptive, complex, truthful, loving gift. I like your poem, Stephen: you've captured the spirit of the novel. Well done.
Comment is about Nineteen Eighty-Four (blog)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
Merci mon ami, nous sommes vieux mais vigoureux!
Comment is about Father's Day (blog)
Original item by R A Porter
Better late than never - - - comes to mind Andy😎
Comment is about Andy Acrostic. (blog)
Original item by Andy N
Poetry opens
Your mind
Several paths
Clues set
Deliberately hidden
Inside words
Working out
Pure pleasure
Resulting in
Bizarre possibilities.
Comment is about June 2024 Collage Poem: Under a Crystal Moon (blog)
Original item by Stockport WoL
Thanks for your like Stephen G
and for your comment Martin.
Comment is about There is No Such Thing as Society (blog)
Original item by Nigel Astell
Thanks for your like Auracle I must admit I enjoyed reading this poem at our monthly meet.😎
Comment is about Cambridge University Bares All (blog)
Original item by Nigel Astell
Thanks Martin for your comment on There is No Such Thing as Society.
Comment is about Martin Peacock (poet profile)
Original item by Martin Peacock
It has been nice to read your entries in a diary format.
Secretly I call myself a Poetry Diarist, using my personal web page as a diary of sorts for my children and more importantly (for me) my grandchildren, to actually get to know me when they are old enough to want to find out more.
It is a wonderful way to clear your plate each day so to speak! Keep going, it is rather habit-forming and you will love it!
G
Comment is about Day 10 (blog)
Original item by SunFlower
Interesting and very thought provoking as usual Stephen,
It is getting increasingly harder to recognise what truth is and what is fake in this 200mph world!
It is often herd said that someone's perception is their reality!
an overall frightening thought in itself.
Good work as always
G
Comment is about Nineteen Eighty-Four (blog)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
Hélène
Tue 18th Jun 2024 13:42
Gut-wrenchingly powerful poem, Cassandra. I was riveted by tje language and emotions of loss. The ending lines are stellar: "Give us the courage and strength
To let our hearts continue to beat in this terrifying, unknown world"
Comment is about Did I hit my head or have a fall? (blog)
Original item by Cassandra Louise