an oldie but goodie Karen. Great title.

Comment is about I Was Born With Too Many Echoes (blog)

Original item by Karen Ankers

I just thought this was beautiful Desmond, thank you for posting, you've set my day up perfectly. David

Comment is about Away from the sun (blog)

Original item by DESMOND CHILDS

I seem to be following Keith's trail of comments and agreeing with him. Thought provoking indeed. Thanks for posting. Colin.

Comment is about Siren (blog)

Original item by Wonderer

oh this made me smile Ray - and David's comment too. You know this still goes on here in my local Welsh valleys workingmen's club. I kid you not. Time stands still. For Tony Lombardo read Dai the Disco. But they were good times see, when the pit was open, proper community then.

Rumour has it there has always been family controversy over the rights to Guy Lombardo's legacy. Shortly after suffering a fatal heart attack on bonfire night 1977 'Victor Lombardo took over the band briefly but could not maintain it. When Lebert Lombardo severed his ties in 1979 the group dissolved.The orchestra was later revived in 1989 by Al Pierson, playing a mix of nostalgic tunes and modern arrangements.'

Meanwhile in the UK, Tony Smith, illegitimate third son of Guy, fathered during a discreet liaison with a waitress in Blackpool whilst on tour in the late 40's, took the name Lombardo and formed his very own Dance Machine band playing clubs and mid-sized venues up and down the country. Victor and Lebert refused to acknowledge him. The rest as they say, is history. Maybe you can finish Tony Lombardo's story for us Ray?

C?L

Comment is about AN EVENING OUT IN THE 70s (blog)

Original item by ray pool

I'm probably wrong but, for me, this screams Rodney Dangerfield. I could tell a story about a dear elderly gentleman who once took my part and who had the same big eyes as his, but it requires much too much typing--let me know if you're interested, though.

Rachel

Comment is about AN EVENING OUT IN THE 70s (blog)

Original item by ray pool

Really, Martin and David, you'll have to pardon me. I've been so preoccupied with work, and so forth, that I haven't had the presence of mind to comment.

I'm not sure that it matters, but this is about agendas and how they are somehow pressed upon us without our express permission, and much outside of our personal choice--circumstance is much a matter of chance and should never be judged by an outsider who lacks a full understanding.


Anyhow, thanks for reading.

Rachel

Comment is about black label (blog)

Original item by nunya

I can't believe I missed this!
The first four lines are very well written, the best four for me.
As a whole I get it and there are some great words and ideas in the second half.

Wish you posted more often.

Keep writing Alexandra

Comment is about Fingernails (blog)

Original item by Alexandra K. Parapadakis

Alexandra, original, creative and alluring are the words that come to mind with mysterious thrown in for good measure. I had to read it several times and think I shall do so again. Thank you for this. Keith

Comment is about Fingernails (blog)

Original item by Alexandra K. Parapadakis

Aishah, Poignant indeed. The last two lines are very thought provoking for us all. Thank you for this. Keith

Comment is about Siren (blog)

Original item by Wonderer

Thanks Ray. But the audio doesn't seem to be flowing for me. It keeps skipping back to the beginning, but curiously, at different points. Rather like there's a scratch on the record.

Comment is about WIDENING THE CIRCLE OF FRIENDS (blog)

Original item by John Coopey

So well cut like a Savile row suit showing the form so perfectly. Faultless and seemingly effortless Tom. All your work promises trips to unreachable places.

Ray

Comment is about Harvesting (blog)

Original item by Tom Harding

Life is full of surprises Laura, and death is one of them . Between the two we're cornered it seems to me. This really packs a lovely punch and shows your scope for deep feeling! Nice stuff. Ray

Comment is about Surprise (blog)

Original item by Laura Taylor

Bloody priceless - should go in the northern hall of fame. It's quite an art getting this sort of flow on the page - unless of course you put it under the tap. Best done, mate.
Enjoyed it a lot!

Ray

Comment is about WIDENING THE CIRCLE OF FRIENDS (blog)

Original item by John Coopey

Hey, there! Thank you for your comment on my profile. Working on my pieces each time. Thanks again! :)

Comment is about Chakraj (poet profile)

Original item by Chakraj

Really enjoyed this, efficient and effective! Thanks. ?

Comment is about Falling Asleep on the Late Train (blog)

Original item by A.M. Clarke

Thanks both.

Colin - I had to look up Lladro. Reminds me of my Nan, that sort of stuff. Awwr, well I hope your Mum has a long time in front of her yet. Yes, the swipes. They've started making several appearances now. I have also put out some bird food ?

Thanks Paul x

Comment is about Surprise (blog)

Original item by Laura Taylor

Very moving, Keith.

Comment is about Refugees (blog)

Original item by keith jeffries

Very atmospheric and a good choice for Poem of the Week.

Comment is about A Tale of Two Sandals (blog)

Original item by Paul Waring

Hi Keith Glad you liked the Gaudi poem. Got another one coming up soon in London Grip. Cheers David

Comment is about keith jeffries (poet profile)

Original item by keith jeffries

Hi Paul Glad you liked the Gaudi poem. Got another one coming up soon in London Grip. Cheers David

Comment is about Paul Waring (poet profile)

Original item by Paul Waring

There's no question that I wear the trousers in this house, Keith. And I've Our Gert's permission to say so.

Comment is about WIDENING THE CIRCLE OF FRIENDS (blog)

Original item by John Coopey

Hello John, a very humourous poem which easily draws a smile, however, I do think you ought assert your independence before she pulls the plug on the computer. Thanks again. Keith

Comment is about WIDENING THE CIRCLE OF FRIENDS (blog)

Original item by John Coopey

Hi Sinead, hope all is well.

The one that kicked me off was by Michael Rosen - "I've had this shirt"....

I've had this shirt
that's covered in dirt
for years and years and years

It used to be red
but I wore it to bed
and it went grey
cos I wore it all day
for years and years and years

The arms fell off
in the Monday wash
and you can see my vest
through the holes in the chest
for years and years and years

As my shirt falls apart
I'll keep the bits
in a biscuit tin
on the mantelpiece
for years and years and years.

Just makes me grin. Taught me not to take myself too seriously....

Keep writing. No harm done.

Comment is about My Garden (blog)

Original item by Andy Smyth

Thanks Colin .. Technically more difficult to write in French than in English

Comment is about La tasse (blog)

Original item by Louis Audet

I sense something very poignant here Laura, beautifully described.

Comment is about Surprise (blog)

Original item by Laura Taylor

❤

Comment is about andre3000 (poet profile)

Original item by andre3000

Thank you Frances & Colin! I appreciate all of your feedback.

Comment is about White Night (blog)

Original item by Lyrical Lexa

thank you Shirley - I most certainly will. Colin.

Comment is about Shirley Smothers (poet profile)

Original item by Shirley Smothers

LOL so much fun! So the Bee should get even? Yes they do die. Hum maybe I will play with this one. Unlike a wasp who can sting and sting and sting and... you get the point...point? hum where am I going with this one???

Comment is about FIX EM UP GUYS (blog)

Original item by lynn hahn

So sweet. You are such a good poet. Hope you share all

Comment is about IF I COULD CHOOSE (blog)

Original item by lynn hahn

Beautifully crafted David. Gaudí-esque!

Comment is about Casa Batlló (blog)

Original item by David Cooke

It was done after - - - pity you could not make it maybe next time!

Comment is about Local Drinking Establishment Invaded by W.O.L Poets (blog)

Original item by Nigel Astell

Fantastic!

Comment is about 'A Tale of Two Sandals' by Paul Waring is Write Out Loud Poem of the Week (article)

Original item by Greg Freeman

David, A well constructed poem of one of Barcelona´s architectural fantasies and not dissimilar to Sagrada Familia as they shared the same architect. You have described it well. Thank you. Keith

Comment is about Casa Batlló (blog)

Original item by David Cooke

Thank you, Graham! Working on every word I use to show meaning. Hope I'm making a progress. :)

Comment is about Poetry (blog)

Original item by Marianne May

Lovely stuff Mr Harding : )

Comment is about Harvesting (blog)

Original item by Tom Harding

Superb piece Tom!

(should bail be bale?)

Comment is about Harvesting (blog)

Original item by Tom Harding

I read this this morning about Bruce Lee too! Why not?

Like the middle one the best Shirley


nice work!

Comment is about Haiku's inspired by the Poetry of Bruce Lee (blog)

Original item by Shirley Smothers

Yep that just about sums poetry up Marianne!

Comment is about Poetry (blog)

Original item by Marianne May

An incredibly touching write.

Good work!

Comment is about poor little lambs (blog)

Original item by Anna Marie Grinter

Hello Eseosa, Thank you for your comment on my latest poem The Spirit. I appreciate it greatly. Keith

Comment is about Eseosa (poet profile)

Original item by Eseosa

Fine writing Tom. Beautifully light with great imagery and memorable lines.

Comment is about Harvesting (blog)

Original item by Tom Harding

Love love love this poem. Well done Paul ?

Comment is about 'A Tale of Two Sandals' by Paul Waring is Write Out Loud Poem of the Week (article)

Original item by Greg Freeman

Thank you Raj.

Comment is about True Colours (with apologies to Cyndi) (blog)

Original item by Laura Taylor

I copy pasted into Google translate and what I discovered was rather lovely. Thanks for this Louis. The French language is very beautiful. Colin.

Comment is about La tasse (blog)

Original item by Louis Audet

Grrr!! them fix 'em up guys Lynn. Nicely rhymed. I would be tempted to insert a sting in the tail of this poem, as delivered from the bee. Perhaps get them to fix the boiler first or put up some shelves? But hang on, don't honey bees die after delivering their sting? Not sure where this comment is going so I will buzz off.
C?L

Comment is about FIX EM UP GUYS (blog)

Original item by lynn hahn

Lovely poem Tom, every line has a gem within it.

Comment is about Harvesting (blog)

Original item by Tom Harding

a fine poem and a vision we have all beheld - made all the more refreshing by putting into words - a reminder of a soon to be upon us season. Thanks for posting Lynn.
Col.

Comment is about November haze (blog)

Original item by Lynn Dye

a lesson in poetry writing - make every word count and every line create an image. Thanks for posting Tom.
Col.

Comment is about Harvesting (blog)

Original item by Tom Harding

well I never knew Shirley. Thanks for these three lovely haikus and for teaching me something new. All the best, Colin.

Comment is about Haiku's inspired by the Poetry of Bruce Lee (blog)

Original item by Shirley Smothers