Wonderful last five lines Greg.
Food for thought!

Comment is about A foreign wood (blog)

Original item by Greg Freeman

Thanks, Graham. This was a slightly flippant poem on a serious subject. I think that you cite the challenges accurately. More than ever, I think that we have to rely on expertise and real people (not always easy to tell, I grant you) who do proper research. I put the picture of the US Capitol on because it seems to be full of people who are mired in conspiracy theories: election denial, climate change denial and belief that vaccines are developed by the government to rot your brain.
And 'alternative facts' was popularised by the Trump administration to support all sorts of lies.

John - yes, I overlooked that one. Where is David Icke when you need him?

And my thanks to Nigel, Holden, Stephen A, Pete, K Lynn and Rob.

Comment is about Alternative Facts (blog)

Original item by Stephen Gospage

On the off chance of me fighting and dying for my country (not so remote perhaps in the current climate) I will happily agree to some of my taxes being used for a memorial to 'citizens brought up as Christian but who gradually became complete non-believers'.

Comment is about A foreign wood (blog)

Original item by Greg Freeman

I’m just a typist for my muse. She’s cruel but fair.

Comment is about Typing Pool (blog)

Original item by Robert C Gaulke

Re-posted in response to this news story. https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2024/mar/10/tory-mps-criticise-plans-for-memorial-to-muslim-soldiers-who-died-in-world-wars

They were very woke in Surrey, even back then. It was restored a few years ago as a 'peace garden' by the Horsell Common Preservation Society, a notorious extremist group of the kind that Michael Gove may well be seeking to proscribe.

Included in 'The Fall of Singapore' collection (Dempsey & Windle, 2022)

Comment is about A foreign wood (blog)

Original item by Greg Freeman

Hi Ghazala. This is such a wonderful poem.



Beth

Comment is about Harmony and peace (blog)

Original item by Ghazala lari

Just written as a bit of fun. Only the moderator rules on Write Out Loud!

Comment is about The 'rules' of modern poetry (blog)

Original item by Greg Freeman

Haha,

That's true John. Thanks for popping by and for your comments.

Thanks too for the most recent likes.

David

Comment is about Rising Sun (blog)

Original item by David RL Moore

Police face new type of low life? 😊

Comment is about THE NET CLOSES (blog)

Original item by ray pool

Thanks for the update Tom and so pleased that you hadn't deleted it

When you had removed it I wasn't able to comment in time as I can now now that youhave confirmed it WAS your poem.

A truly fabulous piece surprisingly bereft of being flooded with comments? ( meant with respect )

Regards matey!

Comment is about Tom (poet profile)

Original item by Tom

Great piece Rob-cheers!

Comment is about The Hard Goodbye (blog)

Original item by Robert Shersby

Thanks John, it was my mum’s favourite too - partly because my Dad was colour blind & could only see yellow and blue - I keep trying to establish a bank of them, but it’s not so easy. They grow best in the wild I think!

Comment is about The Primrose (blog)

Original item by R A Porter

Don’t forget the Grand Lizard, Stephen.

Comment is about Alternative Facts (blog)

Original item by Stephen Gospage

Not overly sentimental at all, David. Which of us can say we were better without our woman? I’m sure she appreciated it, David. A lovely gift, (and cheaper than flowers!)

Comment is about Rising Sun (blog)

Original item by David RL Moore

Lovely sonnet, RAP. Enjoy the contrasting descriptions of Spring - sunlight, regeneration “wind ripped sky”. And of course my favourite garden flower (well, it’s cultivar at least!)

Comment is about The Primrose (blog)

Original item by R A Porter

Thanks Ray, and thank you to Leon and Holden for the flowers.

I have written similar bits before but it's often too personal to share and sometimes feels strangely inappropriate. Some people are a little squeamish about love scribbles, I think I often am...but then sometimes it's sod it...hit the send button and be damned.

There is still a reluctance among many (men in particular) to express feelings of love, I believe we should probably do so more.

David.

Comment is about Rising Sun (blog)

Original item by David RL Moore

I hope you're well John, another thoughtful and reflective poem.

Much better for the sharing.

David

Comment is about The bridge of sighs (blog)

Original item by John E Marks

Terribly sad and pogniant poem.

To touch someone's injury (whether physical or otherwise) can be a healing moment, at the very least a moment of compassion and understanding.

Heartfelt poem of compassion.

David

Comment is about Consequences (blog)

Original item by Mike McPeek

Comment is about The Hard Goodbye (blog)

Original item by Robert Shersby

Thank you, Stephen G. It means a lot to me.

Comment is about Another Shadow (blog)

Original item by Manish

I loved the balance of the sad, the unexpected and the surreal - beautifully composed lines and dreamlike imagery - bravo!

Comment is about Around the Cirrus and Nimbostratus (blog)

Original item by Simon Widdop

Tom was Breakfast in bed your poem?

Comment is about Tom (poet profile)

Original item by Tom

Thank you Holden, you always have my back!

Comment is about What can you say. (blog)

Original item by RudyardK

Larisa your profile page is still active

Comment is about Larisa Rzhepishevska (poet profile)

Original item by Larisa Rzhepishevska

I know I am getting old but I'm afraid with AI, Deep Fake, and exceptional special effects , I do not think anyone can believe what they see these days or believe what they read of hear!

I think uncertainty will be the downfall of civilisation in the endgame, whenever that comes.

will the last one please turn off the lights!

Comment is about Alternative Facts (blog)

Original item by Stephen Gospage

Dear, John! Do you remember me? I am lost. I haven't been here for so many years and now I need your help. My good friend Dave Dqnn has passed away. You are the only one here I can ask for help. Please, answer. Here is my email:
rzhepishevska@gmail.com I don't know how can I post my poems. It was so easy to do. Now I can't find the place. Thank God I saw you.
Regards, Larisa

Comment is about John Coopey (poet profile)

Original item by John Coopey

Wrote this poem many years ago but never published on here.

Don’t know why but on glancing through I think it’s one of my best ones

Comment is about The Leaf (blog)

Original item by Robert Shersby

Comment is about The Liar (blog)

Original item by Robert Shersby

Thank you Stephen and Holden for your likes.

Thank you Uilleam, I hope to not be taken seriously. Imagine me in either a diving suit or a uniform.....

Ray

Comment is about THE NET CLOSES (blog)

Original item by ray pool

A refreshing and lovely piece of writing David. Without a like mind to share our thoughts and dreams we are just wanderers.
Sick bags will not be provided.

Ray

Comment is about Rising Sun (blog)

Original item by David RL Moore

Thanks for the likes, Manish, Rob.

Comment is about Juden für Palästina! (Jews for Palestine!) (blog)

Thanks for the likes, Stephen G, Holden, Manish, Rob.

I did not speak out,
and now they're coming for the poets!

Comment is about PRESS! Bang Bang, You’re Dead! (blog)

Thankyou RAP. And also Rob and Stephen for the Likes.

Comment is about "DO YOU HEAR WHAT I HEAR?" (blog)

Original item by John Coopey

A very good poem, Manish. I love the idea of politicians on cute mattresses; it really evokes something. Thanks again.

Comment is about Another Shadow (blog)

Original item by Manish

A really powerfu poem, Pete. We know this is going to happen, probably quite soon, but no one seems to want to face the fact. Well done for putting this stark prospect out there.

Comment is about The last Animal on Earth (blog)

Original item by Edbreathe

That moment of quiet, but terrible realisation : “ She is bloody loud now;”
Excellent stuff, made me smile first thing in the morning, nice one John

Comment is about "DO YOU HEAR WHAT I HEAR?" (blog)

Original item by John Coopey

Thanks. I'm glad to know you like the poems. My spiritual never-ending journey inspires me to write.😇

Comment is about Hélène (poet profile)

Original item by Hélène

Thank you Leon and Auracle. I'm glad that you both liked it.😌

Comment is about Love (blog)

Original item by Manish

The Steve Austin of Wakey, Graham. Our Gert doesn’t know they need batteries, MC.
And thanks for the Likes, Holden, Manish and David.

Comment is about "DO YOU HEAR WHAT I HEAR?" (blog)

Original item by John Coopey

The Israelites are still looking for that promised land.😗

Comment is about Juden für Palästina! (Jews for Palestine!) (blog)

Stereo nagging? In this life, it must be one of the few times
when a flat battery could be considered a blessing!😜

Comment is about "DO YOU HEAR WHAT I HEAR?" (blog)

Original item by John Coopey

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJ8egllDRNc

Thank you for the comments Uilleam and Leon,

Thanks to those who sent flowers.

I wasn't aware the Kenova report was to be published today. Its reading and relaying of such treachory sickens me to my stomach.

The trail of unnecessary dead needs to be accounted for by those responsible for failings and negligence on all sides. All of what has been released has been known by those involved and the powers that be for decades.

May that never happen again in my lifetime in my Country (or any other) it quite easily could, that is a problem.

Comment is about Joy Riders (blog)

Original item by David RL Moore

MC Rapper JC Bionic! Whatever next!

Comment is about "DO YOU HEAR WHAT I HEAR?" (blog)

Original item by John Coopey

Excellent. Jeff.

Comment is about A Step Half Made (blog)

Original item by Jeff Bresee

So neat and VERY sweet! Nice one Manish! 👍

Comment is about Love (blog)

Original item by Manish

Such a cool composition D.L.M.

Comment is about Joy Riders (blog)

Original item by David RL Moore

a nice tribute to art 😊

Comment is about Love (blog)

Original item by Manish

Pardon?

Comment is about "DO YOU HEAR WHAT I HEAR?" (blog)

Original item by John Coopey

Thank you for your great response. Just a story about the good old USA. Dangerous people who still can be voted in for the president. Too many hands on the same red button. Love.

Comment is about Fallen angels. (blog)

Original item by RudyardK

Thanks John and congrats.
A WORD IN YOUR SHELL-LIKE IF I MAY!😊

Comment is about "DO YOU HEAR WHAT I HEAR?" (blog)

Original item by John Coopey