The result is impressive, Martin. This flows and rhymes beautifully. I wish you all the best with your challenging situation, but please go on producing fine poems like this.
Comment is about NOT KNOWING (blog)
Original item by Martin Peacock
A superb, thoughtful poem, Hélène.
Comment is about Tiny Blade of Grass (blog)
Original item by Hélène
Thank you, MC. The subject of this poem, Strongmen, do not have to put their heads above the parapet, of course. They can just bash the brave people who do.
And thanks to everyone who liked this poem.
Comment is about Strongmen (blog)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
This is damn hilarious but kind of true. Good sense of "arssistic" humour indeed. Lolz 😂
Note* the word arssistic has no meaning and is randomly used.
Comment is about Haiku (blog)
Original item by Larisa Rzhepishevska
Soup will help with the resurrection!
Comment is about Tiny Blade of Grass (blog)
Original item by Hélène
Thank you sharing Ghazala. It's important and is appreciated!
Comment is about Domain Nation (blog)
Original item by New Shoes
At times people feel helpless due to the pressure from all ends. In a society like ours, it's a taboo for females to live their dreams. If they try doing so society labels them differently.
Although either way people are tagged and rebuked by those incapable individuals who can't showcase their abilities and talents, probably they never worked on it, therefore there is complete lack of talent.
Biased opinions, crooked notions often damage others irrespective of what a group of people feel as their right to moral policing others.
Comment is about Domain Nation (blog)
Original item by New Shoes
I completely agree with you.
There is a natural division of labor between men and women, not based on outdated stereotypes, but on inherent strengths and qualities.
While kindness, caring, and nurturing are often associated with women, these are essential qualities for men as well, particularly within their families and extending outwards to the world.
The modern lifestyle, however, has placed an immense burden on women, expecting them to juggle successful careers with maintaining home and family responsibilities. This relentless pressure has had a devastating impact on women's health, both physically and emotionally.
Women, while capable and strong, are often physically more delicate and susceptible to the strain of such demanding roles.
It's time to recognize and respect the inherent differences between men and women, allowing them to flourish in their natural roles.
By embracing a more balanced approach, where men and women contribute their unique strengths, we can create a more peaceful and harmonious society, both within families and the world at large, reminiscent of a time when these roles were understood and respected.
Comment is about PRECIOUS (blog)
Original item by M.C. Newberry
May God accept our prayers....ameen
Thanks for reading this piece M.C. Newberry.💐
Comment is about 4.00 a.m. Reflections (blog)
Original item by Ghazala lari
It's good to be happy, but there isn't any harm in being happiest. But let it flow like a gentle breeze rather than artificial cloud seeding. Where rain showers are artificially brought, unprepared unsought. 😃
Nice theme. I liked it so much.
Comment is about Day 6 (blog)
Original item by SunFlower
Thank you Stephen & M.C. for your encouraging comments.
And for the Likes 🌷
Comment is about The Lost (blog)
Original item by Stephen W Atkinson
Now I want to ask you if you know why I made a misprint.
Come on! Who knows?
Comment is about Russian Bullet (blog)
Original item by Larisa Rzhepishevska
Life is full of challenges, not least that of recognising our errors
and failings and trying to do something positive about them.
Comment is about Becoming a Better Person (blog)
Original item by Stuart Vanner
Service to others and good will to all. Amen.😇
Comment is about 4.00 a.m. Reflections (blog)
Original item by Ghazala lari
Education comes in assorted, often unexpected ways...but helped
by entertaining "framing" in the process.
Comment is about Hanky Panky (with audio recording) (blog)
Original item by Lee Campbell
Hope for a better day
Takes away all aches and pain
Renewing strength, instilling joy
Before the day break, darkness is fun
I can relate to each and every word in this poem. Seems simply exhausted.
Smile n cheers. Have a great day!!
Comment is about Tiny Blade of Grass (blog)
Original item by Hélène
Hi, dear friends! I've corrected one misprint just now. It made me laugh. You know what I've written? Rullet instead of bullet.LoL
Comment is about Russian Bullet (blog)
Original item by Larisa Rzhepishevska
Angela Rayner as dominatrix, eh, MC? I’d pay for that! Although the way Penny Mordaunt carried that curtain pole at Charles’s wedding/funeral/bar mitzvah shows she’s got the makings too.
And thanks for the Like, Ruth.
Comment is about THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN (blog)
Original item by John Coopey
Thank you, Keith, for your kindness. I've been a bit overwhelmed of late, not even reading anyone else's poems, just trying to get a handle on things. I've finally got a date for my assessment and the preparation is taking up all my processing power but i do appreciate your comments. This poem spilled out today as i was walking back from town. There's been some kind of festie on and lots of people milling around. I felt very out of place and had to put my thoughts in some kind of order, and this was the result.
Comment is about NOT KNOWING (blog)
Original item by Martin Peacock
Manish,
A poem skillfully written with a very appropriate ending. Thanks.
Keith
Comment is about A Considerate Bartender (blog)
Original item by Manish
Martin,
Another poem which is so well composed and amzingly honest in its content. I was particularly drawn to the line ' a marionette whose strings have been frayed'. A poem very well expressed and one which many readers will relate to. Thank you for this.
Thanks,
Keith
Comment is about NOT KNOWING (blog)
Original item by Martin Peacock
Thanks for likes - Hugh, K. Lynn & Ruth 👍
Comment is about Heaven Calling (blog)
Original item by Tom Doolan
I wish i shared your lack of concern, MC, but i find it all too Orwellian. We believe ours is a free society but, indoors and out we're being tracked, noted, recognised, guided, nudged, watched. Always watched. And quis custodiet ipsos custodes? Who watches the watchers? What powers have they already arrogated to themselves? No, i find it more than a little creepy, more than a little scary. Where does it end? With, as Orwell so succinctly wrote, "a jackboot forever stamping on a human face."
Comment is about 7-UP: CCTV (THIS IS 1984) (blog)
Original item by Martin Peacock
Excellent! Something here about "the best is last". Thank you.
Comment is about The Lost (blog)
Original item by Stephen W Atkinson
Sadly, in life, as in sleep, dreams can become nightmares. May
our best dreams prevail.
Comment is about Dreem, My Friend, Dream! (blog)
Original item by Larisa Rzhepishevska
JC- Morda(u)nt humour? Angela Rayner conjures up a very
unnerving "dominatrix" in my own imagination. Leather and a three-line whip...oeer!! 😊 I could almost vote Labour.
Comment is about THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN (blog)
Original item by John Coopey
All politicians who seek office "put their heads above the parapet" and risk opprobrium from opposing views, sometimes
deteriorating from personal verbal invective to personal physical assault. And other public figures who take a stand on something
are just as vulnerable. Think of the likes of Salman Rushdie.
Or that Saudi journalist working for the Washington Post who
entered his country's embassy, only to be murdered within.
Curtailing freedom of speech is the first aim of those who fear it! Has there been any time in world history when the latter have not strutted its stage, convincing the credulous and creating
their designer-chaos?
Comment is about Strongmen (blog)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
This situation is the price we pay for pursuing the progress of science. The same sort of technology employed in streets is
used to track threats from beyond our borders and from those
presented by weather. Personally, I have no particular concern
about being "watched" in public places, as part of the wider
scenario that presents itself from day to day beyond the
confines of our homes. Of course, the real problem is when
we are bugged within our homes as part of life. That is the
way in tyrannies and marks the line that separates one type of
society from another. But then again I suppose that our use of personal computers offers undisclosed methods and opportunities for much the same sort of thing these days!
Comment is about 7-UP: CCTV (THIS IS 1984) (blog)
Original item by Martin Peacock
Thank you for your comments, Patricia, Manish, Tim and Keith. I should make it clear that the subject of this poem is dictators of all shades and the misguided 'democratic' politicians who seem to envy them. I remember a giggling Berlusconi once joining with Putin in firing a pretend gun at a journalist. I think that says it all.
I have great respect for most truly democratic politicians, who have to submit themselves to real elections and who are routinely abused and threatened with (or subjected to) violence. A mayor in Brussels was attacked today, yesterday it was the Danish PM. While we may disagree, it is important to defend such dedicated public servants.
And thanks to Hugh, Larisa, Holden and Tom for liking this.
Comment is about Strongmen (blog)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
My poem was indeed an observation on the important role that
women play in any society at ease with itself. It is perhaps also
a passing reminder to women not to lose sight of their timeless relevance in the attitude of men towards them throughout life.
There is a risk that the vital nurturing nature can be reduced in
importance, not least in the current attitudes that can be
witnessed in modern life as more emphasis is placed upon
material worth. In my own long life, I have wondered whether
women do not always appreciate the vital influence they wield
over the opposite sex...from birth through upbringing to their
eventual departure into wider adult society. It is a subject
worthy of the closest study.
Comment is about PRECIOUS (blog)
Original item by M.C. Newberry
Stuart,
This moral poem is like a modern day version of the Book of Proverbs. All you say is to be highly recommended.
Thank you for this.
Keith
Comment is about Becoming a Better Person (blog)
Original item by Stuart Vanner
Tim,
Seldom have I read a poem in which the language is so incredibly well used. You are a wordsmith indeed.
Thank you for this,
Keith
Comment is about A Life Renewed (blog)
Original item by Tim Higbee
Patricia,
a thoughtful poem with the last three lines giving us a real sense of comfort and hope.
Thank you,
Keith
Comment is about A tsunami of emotions (blog)
Original item by Patricia Ziel
Stephen,
Powerful words. They leave me speechless as they echo every thought I have about politicians. When I look at all politicians of all parties I thank God we have a monarchy.
Thank you indeed.
Keith
Comment is about Strongmen (blog)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
This poem is written in rhyming couplets.
The language is somewhat archaic, with words like "slings and arrows" and "Sheba-wise sage," which adds to the sentimental and nostalgic feel of the piece.
You seem to be addressing all men in general, urging them to seek out a woman who is kind and caring.
This poem extols the virtues of a kind woman and encourages men to find one, as she is rare and precious.
"Are you trying to advocate for a more traditional view of gender roles, where the woman is seen as the nurturer and caretaker in the relationship"?
Comment is about PRECIOUS (blog)
Original item by M.C. Newberry
I loved the profound journey that this poem took me on, Tim, and an even profound ending image to it. Brilliantly done as always!
Thank you.
Comment is about A Life Renewed (blog)
Original item by Tim Higbee
Wonderful! Another adventure from the Strange City.
Comment is about Chainsaw Bridge (blog)
Original item by M Lane
Stephen, poems like this vividly and consistently lift the veil from the faces that wish to hide. The faces of humanity at its most destructive.
Thank you for your words of luminosity.
Comment is about Strongmen (blog)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
Thank you very much, Stephen, it means a lot coming from you!😊
I somehow tend to adapt to concise style of writing when I write about sadness just so that I don't drift away into trivial matters (something that I often used to do before).
Comment is about Very Much Alive (blog)
Original item by Manish
A strong emotion of vexation or fury oozes out of this poem which is very contagious, Stephen. I liked the title, the poem and overall everything. Very evocative and brilliant as always.
Thank you.
Comment is about Strongmen (blog)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
So sad our world affairs, you sure nailed it!
Comment is about Strongmen (blog)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
Thanks, Stephen. I confess to liking Penny Mordaunt. Not in a political way you understand but in a what’s-inside-my-trousers kind of way.
And thanks for the Like, Tom, Red Brick, Trevor, Aisha and Stephen A
Comment is about THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN (blog)
Original item by John Coopey
I have to say, MC, the vacuum pump is pretty efficient. Many’s the time I’ve come back from a pub’s bogs and told Our Gert to “RUN!” as I’ve blocked it. But not on these ships; they handled whatever I fed them.
And thanks for the Likes, Tom, Stephen and Holden.
Comment is about THE DANUBE RIVER CRUISE (blog)
Original item by John Coopey
Thank you for kind comment, Ruth, and thanks to everyone who liked this poem.
Comment is about Omelette (blog)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
This is outstanding, Manish. The concise style somehow heightens the feeling of sadness, with its residue of consolation.
Comment is about Very Much Alive (blog)
Original item by Manish
Lost, but not forgotten. Well written, Stephen.
Comment is about The Lost (blog)
Original item by Stephen W Atkinson
Thanks for commenting Martin and thanks for the recent likes.
David
Comment is about Thank you (blog)
Original item by David RL Moore
Thanks Martin,
And to all who gave likes.
David
Comment is about Silent Harbour (blog)
Original item by David RL Moore
Stephen Gospage
Mon 10th Jun 2024 08:38
Thank you for this rich, intense and honest poem, JD.
Comment is about Coprolalia (blog)
Original item by JD Russell