<Deleted User> (16513)
Tue 27th Dec 2016 12:23
I thought they were stupid to entertain independence in their last referendum. Now after our referendum I think they'd be stupid to remain in the UK.
Comment is about proud Scots wha hae (blog)
Original item by Tommy Carroll
Belated Christmas greetings, MC. I'm in time for the New Year, though.
Comment is about THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS - a nod! (blog)
Original item by M.C. Newberry
Absolutely brilliant!...laughed sooo much. Having worked on Orkney (Flotta isle) I can picture the whole scene!....please print the rest!...Jeff....
Comment is about “The Orkney Spring of Bradley Driver - Easter 1995” (blog)
Original item by Rick Gammon
This is another drastically edited pome - hopefully it will make the cut - every word is true. I've omitted some of the weirder moments ?
Comment is about “The Orkney Spring of Bradley Driver - Easter 1995” (blog)
Original item by Rick Gammon
Thanks for the comments & Ray - you might like my "toilet inspired" one...Mothballs n Piss...Jeff...
Comment is about Social Media Studies (blog)
Original item by Jeff
to M.C. Newberry: It was quite a trip. ?
to Raypool: I'll certainly let you know when the book is done. All being well, and since I'll have nowt to do with publishers, it's a straight print job - around 400-500 copies and ought to be mid January - the editing is ongoing - that ends on Dec 31, win lose or draw.
Thanks both for your kind comments - I'm in the thralls of, "It's all crap" at the moment - twas ever thus ?
Comment is about "Dingle Bound Epiphany June 1990" (blog)
Original item by Rick Gammon
elPintor
Mon 26th Dec 2016 21:29
I guess it's a roundabout way of saying that we run the risk of killing parts of ourselves when we deny their expression. While I realize that we aim to do just that by repressing undesirable traits and propensities, I'm also sure that much decency is inhibited for the sake of remaining secure in our outward circumstances. What I mean is, freedom is rarely free. Though, it seems to me that it must be that if we are naturally endowed with a particular talent or perspective, the world is robbed and incomplete while that which could promote change for the better remains subjugated to inferior demands.
Thanks for reading and commenting, David and Ray. I really enjoy the opportunity to discuss the finer details.
elP
Comment is about boxing day (blog)
Original item by nunya
You've nicely managed to capture a certain essence of the quality of experience at this rare time Mark. Good on you.
Ray
Comment is about THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS - a nod! (blog)
Original item by M.C. Newberry
Can you let me know where and when a copy of your book is available Rick. (seriously). You have me by the balls every time, and this is a carousing wonder.
You've made my day. Ray
Comment is about "Dingle Bound Epiphany June 1990" (blog)
Original item by Rick Gammon
I yearn for the old days of toilet graffiti - often no less childish and sometimes witty - a place for social or rather unsocial comments. The whole social media is a mixed blessing , a melting pot that often reaches melting point.
Nice one.
Ray
Comment is about Social Media Studies (blog)
Original item by Jeff
There is no escape elP from the pressing need, even over Christmas. A prison of freedom.
Ray
Comment is about boxing day (blog)
Original item by nunya
I really the idea of writing like a parable with a deal of wisdom to inform and also entertain !
Thanks . Ray
Comment is about A maverick seen mentally sick (blog)
Original item by Alem Hailu G/Kristos
Positive and pleasing. The ideal is not always obtainable
but maybe we should try to aspire to it when possible.
Comment is about HO HO HO (blog)
Original item by lynn hahn
I think my late mother would have cast an eye over this
post and observed "It's the Irish in him!". I found myself
impelled down the lines - as if alongside its writer on his
travels. Absorbing, uplifting and memorable by turn.
Comment is about "Dingle Bound Epiphany June 1990" (blog)
Original item by Rick Gammon
Thanks David. I think we should muck about with fairy tales if we're in the bubble. All's fairy and squary in love and war. Xmas like all human constructions can be pretentious I think.
Ray x
Comment is about HOME CHRISTMAS EVE (blog)
Original item by ray pool
One thought that occurred to me was that the quote from Brodsky apart from being spot on did stimulate an afterthought, namely that what separates poets from such ill - assortments is the fact that they do not have very much power to control matters, and in such position they can freely express themselves. That is not to say they cannot be scarifying or elevating or indeed plumb the entire range of human needs and conditions. It would though be naïve to think that some do not have vested interests in altering the status quo in whatever direction they find themselves motivated. It would be naïve too to think we poets do not have egos that can be inflated ! By this yardstick it would also be naïve to dismiss those others out of hand surely!
Let us not forget the beauty of art for its own sake when we put poetry to use for other reasons.
A happy new year! Ray.
Comment is about We at Write Out Loud wish you the best at Christmas and a successful New Year (article)
Original item by Greg Freeman
Andromeda
Mon 26th Dec 2016 16:15
Really powerful. Some great lines in there
Comment is about This isn't what life had planned for me (blog)
Original item by Jeff
Andromeda
Mon 26th Dec 2016 16:09
"Leave me my thumbs!" Haha too true-and obviously, much more important than a head
Comment is about Social Media Studies (blog)
Original item by Jeff
Thank you Sir for the feedback and getting the gist!
Comment is about A maverick seen mentally sick (blog)
Original item by Alem Hailu G/Kristos
Thanks so much, Paul - a sort of contentment I wanted to express which I felt was needed !
Cheers Col, yes, a lot of muttering in the "cave"....
I must do a follow up, otherwise the esteemed gentlemen will fade away. Maybe he can be in a Jermyn Street setting being pampered next time (obviously in a time machine).
Happy new year to you both.
Ray
Comment is about HOME CHRISTMAS EVE (blog)
Original item by ray pool
This is a true story - mostly - I'll leave the veracity to others. The epiphany was real though. It turned my guts and my life upside down.
I read it recently at a do - just auditioning it - as I told the crowd as I was unsure of it - as I began it was clearly a dud - 1/3 through I stopped, apologised then, being a tad impish, I told them that since I suffered writing it they could endure it too ?
I went home and took it apart - ripped out chunks and redid it adding a mystical element missing from the actualité - which was much more prosaic involving a rather crude drinking song ?
I like the idea that this will be the closing pome in me book. The Gaelic song is rather lovely by The Bothy Band ?
Thanks, Colin ?
Comment is about "Dingle Bound Epiphany June 1990" (blog)
Original item by Rick Gammon
Really well put together...a proper story, with meaning too.Jeff..
Comment is about A maverick seen mentally sick (blog)
Original item by Alem Hailu G/Kristos
Nice thanks
Comment is about THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS - a nod! (blog)
Original item by M.C. Newberry
You don't need to physically hit someone to bully them....words hurt too....Jeff....
Comment is about Social Media Studies (blog)
Original item by Jeff
Just claim those things you want Jeff. They're part of your universal inheritance. Put girl first. Together you chose the house. Best.
Comment is about My Show (blog)
Original item by Jeff
If this passes muster it will be the closer to my book due at printer in first days of January ?
Comment is about "Dingle Bound Epiphany June 1990" (blog)
Original item by Rick Gammon
Hi again Andy. I've just read your post here. I am so grateful that you have taken the time to write. You have made me think....maybe writing lyrics has helped with writing poetry, especially in terms of rhythm and, yes, music can be an inspiration to write.
It seems strange that, although I've had research published (and football articles), I did not feel my poetry skills were honed enough to seek publication. But, after just a few days on WoL, I feel very inspired and encouraged by the feedback from yourself and a few others. It's a great community to be part of.
Thanks again, and good luck to you, too. Yes, it really would be good to meet up at some point in future.
Finally, very best wishes if you celebrate Christmas. My partner and I are strict bah-humbuggers! Paul
Comment is about Paul Waring (poet profile)
Original item by Paul Waring
Mostafa Abdelrahman
Sun 25th Dec 2016 12:29
you can watch online or download the latest Series/TV shows at http://www.mydownloadtube.tv/
Check it now ?
Comment is about undercurrents (blog)
Original item by nunya
I love the transition from a disgruntled nomad to one who has found his direction and higher purpose.
Nice one Jeff.
Comment is about My Show (blog)
Original item by Jeff
Thank you Jeff. Now gotta to keep an eye on the turkey.
Have a good one!
Comment is about Say it from that place of love (blog)
Original item by Chakraj
Been there before!...well put together...love the word bellicose too....Jeff....
Comment is about Say it from that place of love (blog)
Original item by Chakraj
Andromeda
Sun 25th Dec 2016 01:53
Looking forward to reading more princess (;
Comment is about muskaan madan (poet profile)
Original item by muskaan madan
<Deleted User> (13762)
Sat 24th Dec 2016 20:00
and lots of empty hilltops for wind turbines
Comment is about proud Scots wha hae (blog)
Original item by Tommy Carroll
<Deleted User> (13762)
Sat 24th Dec 2016 19:56
muttered Williams-Fortesque to himself
Comment is about HOME CHRISTMAS EVE (blog)
Original item by ray pool
Dear Ray, I realy enjoyed reading this. And what a great line, "the window lets your light out....". So good! All the best, Paul
Comment is about HOME CHRISTMAS EVE (blog)
Original item by ray pool
<Deleted User> (9882)
Sat 24th Dec 2016 16:24
what a very nice way of covering all the past years highlights Claire!
have a merry Christmas and happy New Year!
Rose ?
Comment is about 2016 (blog)
Original item by Mrs Claire Baldry
Hi Suki. Praise indeed for that comparison, thanks. The Fender Rhodes soldiers on - I bought one in 1975 for £700 ; it was the sound of the 70s, and also the Wurlitzer. Those keyboards were pre digital of course. The smell of the new ones was ecstasy.
Ray
Merry Xmas !
Comment is about VHS CUTBACKS (blog)
Original item by ray pool
The more the merrier Jeff!
Comment is about Human Civilisation 2.0 (blog)
Original item by Suki Spangles
This reminds me somewhat of John Cooper Clarke's poetry, particularly the rhythm in the first three verses.
The wallowing sounds of the Fender Rhodes.. lovely
Comment is about VHS CUTBACKS (blog)
Original item by ray pool
Great lines.....can see this in a song...Jeff....
Comment is about how can I love you when I don't love myself (blog)
Original item by Youthfullyxx
Will a Brexiter ever admit they were wrong, even when democracy is destroyed in those countries that only joined because they wanted to be with us.
Comment is about John Coopey (poet profile)
Original item by John Coopey
Thanks Jeff, glad you like it. I must get my old player up and running for old times' sake.
Cheers Col, some of my tapes have been round the block as you can imagine. To think we used to record onto them - what a blast!
Happy Xmas guys. Ray
Comment is about VHS CUTBACKS (blog)
Original item by ray pool
Under what heading?:
"The pious, the profane and the pompous" - perhaps?
?
Comment is about We at Write Out Loud wish you the best at Christmas and a successful New Year (article)
Original item by Greg Freeman
Thanks gents...comments and observations always appreciated: especially from those whose own WOL
contributions are so enjoyable.
Last evening had me watching a TV
programme about the range of wildlife
established in London...with a startling shot of a pelican
greedily gobbling up
a LIVE pigeon in a park...to an audible human groan of "Oh my God".
Comment is about DOES ANYONE KNOW? (blog)
Original item by M.C. Newberry
Nailed it!.....I'd be more than happy with this....Jeff....
Comment is about Snow (blog)
Original item by Trevor Alexander
raypool
Tue 27th Dec 2016 12:47
Very refreshing change John. Are you knocking Sir Cliff off his perch ? Did you know there is a comedy offering tonight- Inside no. 9. featuring Krampus!
I like the jaunty guitar rendition, almost bowdlerizing the theme!
Happy new year. Ray
Comment is about SANTA KRAMPUS (blog)
Original item by John Coopey