I feel for you John, but this is to be expected when you down-size to a bigger house.

Comment is about THE CHARGE OF THE LIGHT BRIGADE (blog)

Original item by John Coopey

Of course, MC, there are times to listen to the experts or else you might find yourself on these “sunlit uplands of Brexit”.

Comment is about THE CHARGE OF THE LIGHT BRIGADE (blog)

Original item by John Coopey

My encyclopaedia informs me that "Palestine" is derived from
"Philistine" and that the latter were a people that originated
from Crete to settle on the coastal plain at about the same time
that the people of Israel were arriving from the east. Philistine
superiority in materials used for weaponry, together with their use of chariots and military form of government, made them a serious threat to the Israelites. A period of acute antagonism
was brought to an end by David's "unchallengeable superiority" - living relatively peacefully apart from
occasional incidents, until the Philistines disappeared as "an
independent entity" (quote).
Now...fast forward a couple of thousand years...!! Fascinating
stuff in its commentary on the present far from clear situation
so deeply dipped in ancient history.

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I know the feeling, John, and so do the car's tyres.

Comment is about THE CHARGE OF THE LIGHT BRIGADE (blog)

Original item by John Coopey

Indeed. Ms Ayres was mentioned years ago as the Poet Laureate that should have been. Her material gives huge pleasure to
many, probably the reason why the "poetry industry" has been described as the enclave of the self-indulgent and wretched
and is so far removed from public esteem or even consideration.

Comment is about Pam Ayres to appear at Morecambe poetry festival (article)

Original item by Greg Freeman

Like Christmas trees, there is something ineffably poignant about
an abandoned musical instrument. So much pleasure thrown
(literally) on the heap of discarded dreams.

Comment is about CONCERTO FOR KEYBOARD AND SKIP (blog)

Original item by ray pool

Nice one! I must try to find my own short poem about the "Planning Inspector" to continue this worthwhile theme.

Comment is about Parish Councillor (blog)

Original item by R A Porter

Ah...the perennial curse of "the expert" in our lives...pursuing
the old habit that "experts" indulge in with alacrity: offering
conflicting advice and wisdom to pesuade us of their case!!
But I like the use of that famous poem of "rush and blunder".
to make your comedic (and costly) point. I have already
experienced something similar in this rented flat, but without
the cost as these "experts" applied their skills to problems
experienced from previous installations, both done on behalf of the landlords responsible for these services.

Comment is about THE CHARGE OF THE LIGHT BRIGADE (blog)

Original item by John Coopey

You're most welcome Becky. Really enjoyed your style and looking forward to reading more. Welcome to Write Out Loud! 😀

Comment is about B.S (poet profile)

Original item by B.S

Belated thanks for the likes, Red Jordyn and Stephen.
Cue yet another appeal for political censorship- Cry Freedom-but only mine!

Comment is about Zip it, Hotovely! (blog)

Thanks for the likes all.

Comment is about Aborigine Haiku (blog)

Thanks for the likes.

Comment is about النكبةAl Nakba: Day 27,375 and Counting… (blog)

Thank you Keith,
Having been led astray by liars on many occasions, I now attempt to question everything, and to assume nothing-and there is nothing more tedious than the repetetive lying of some arrogant politicians.
The insistent, questioning nature of your poem, far from being tedious, is an assertive and compelling quest for truth.
Hopefully, the answers to many of your questions could well form the basis for prosecutions in the International Court of Justice (ICJ).

Comment is about Have you ever........ (blog)

Original item by keith jeffries

Thank you so much for the kind comments and likes.

Comment is about The Gift Of A Sea Glass Heart (blog)

Original item by julie callaghan

Thanks Stephen - I confounded all expectations (especially my own) & became a reluctant P.C. 3 years ago. It’s a surreal experience at times! But sadly less lucrative than that of the poem’s hero.

Comment is about Parish Councillor (blog)

Original item by R A Porter

Thanks John, not long now! … Those voices will always be my mental soundtrack to the game.

Comment is about Six Nations Time (blog)

Original item by R A Porter

A true test
what others think
matters only to
the love they
both share together.❤

Comment is about Mixed reactions (blog)

Original item by Sunshine

I’ll tell you what we do, Stephen. We “kick the car’s tyres” and pay up.

Comment is about THE CHARGE OF THE LIGHT BRIGADE (blog)

Original item by John Coopey

Wonderful, Helene. Personally, I have done a deal with God that he won’t come for me till I have read all my books. (I cheat, though. I keep getting them from the charity shops when he’s not looking)

Comment is about Each Page (blog)

Original item by Hélène

Good to hear that Pam is still going strong. A great talent who has given so much pleasure to so many people.

Comment is about Pam Ayres to appear at Morecambe poetry festival (article)

Original item by Greg Freeman

A fascinating take on life, Hélène. It makes one stop and think.

Comment is about Each Page (blog)

Original item by Hélène

Splendid parody, RA. Inexpensive Progress, I suppose!

Comment is about Parish Councillor (blog)

Original item by R A Porter

Superb, John. A light bulb moment? (But what can we do?)

Comment is about THE CHARGE OF THE LIGHT BRIGADE (blog)

Original item by John Coopey

I missed this, RAP. Glad I found it though. Marvellous walk through the glory days of the game and some great lines.

Comment is about Six Nations Time (blog)

Original item by R A Porter

Thanks for your kind comments on my poem 'Our Journey', much appreciated! I look forward to reading some of your work 😃

Comment is about Andy N (poet profile)

Original item by Andy N

Some great lines in this piece, Becky.. Reminds me of the style of my last poetry book 'Changing Carriages at Birmingham New Street' with the sad, reflective nature here - particularly like the first two stanzas.. this style suits you well I think. You should write more like this (:

Comment is about Our Journey (blog)

Original item by B.S

Thanks for the kind words, Stephen. Must admit I don't feel the need to write as much poetry nowadays after I finished my last poetry book but when John passed last week even though we weren't friends and hadn't been for some time, it just seemed so much a total waste and this poem wrote itself really. Glad you like it.

Comment is about John (blog)

Original item by Andy N

Agree, thank you

Comment is about Will Shakespeare, therapist (blog)

Original item by JD Russell

It’s going to take a lot of work from the young people if we’re going to get out of this mess. At this stage in my life I’m only capable of performing acts of “silent peacefulness”.

Comment is about The Streets of Rome (blog)

Original item by Pablo Cúzco

Thank you Pablo, this is such a vivid piece of writing, with fresh, dazzling imagery. To my shame I had never heard of a haibun before now. I enjoy prose travel writing; you've inspired me to revisit it and try to write a haibun!

Comment is about Handle Bar Tape and Pinwheels - A Haibun (blog)

Original item by Pablo Cúzco

This is brilliant, made me smile - and a lovely read and choice of backing track.

Comment is about Coffee Mate (blog)

Original item by Tom Doolan

@Tim Higbee I love the way you’ve articulated that. I also believe that sharing our words with the world is like giving away a little piece of our essence. Such poetry in your comment, I love it.

Comment is about The soul of a poet (blog)

Original item by Grace

lovely imagery and thought provoking, Mike.

Comment is about Moon Dancer (blog)

Original item by Mike McPeek

It's amazing just how relevant Shakespeare's genius has
remained to the human condition over the centuries, richly
deserving of its fame. We read his words and it is as if time
has stood still and we are in his company. Perhaps only Oscar
Wilde has come close to his mastery of his craft, albeit in a
specialised barbed sort of way of observing and commenting
on human behaviour.

Comment is about Will Shakespeare, therapist (blog)

Original item by JD Russell

Thank you for your kind words on my first poem. I appreciate it!

Comment is about Tom (poet profile)

Original item by Tom

Thank you both, this is my first real attempt at writing and ever posting online. So, I really appreciate the kind words!

Comment is about Our Journey (blog)

Original item by B.S

Beautiful writing. I love this.

Comment is about Our Journey (blog)

Original item by B.S

Thank you for your kind words. The walls must come down!

Comment is about Free from what? (blog)

Original item by RudyardK

Each broken heart is a beauty in art. That's an awesome collection, used for noble cause.

Comment is about The Gift Of A Sea Glass Heart (blog)

Original item by julie callaghan

Intense and real. Well written piece

Comment is about Free from what? (blog)

Original item by RudyardK

May the couple be blessed forever.

Thanks Nigel.

Comment is about Reconciliation and second chance (blog)

Original item by Sunshine

Thank you Paige. 🌷

So true Nigel, at times things falling apart are actually building into something exquisite and strong.

Comment is about Happy new beginnings (blog)

Original item by Sunshine

Thanks Aisha-I wear that crown with pride.

Comment is about Be You Do You (blog)

Original item by Aisha Suleman

Thanks Hélène.
"Let the story write itself,"
How true, I'm forever setting myself unrealistic goals in an attempt to be a received idea of "success".

Comment is about Each Page (blog)

Original item by Hélène

Clever indeed Tom, and what a lovely picture- just don't let on she's got froth on her nose til she gets on the bus!😉

Comment is about Coffee Mate (blog)

Original item by Tom Doolan

Lovely BS.
"We'll own nothing more than what we need,"

A noble aspiration, and probably a necessary one in today's world.

Comment is about Our Journey (blog)

Original item by B.S

Thanks Mike.
My little granddaughter has taken an interest in the moon, so much so, she recieved a telescope for Christmas!
I wouldn't be surprised if she declared an interest in becoming an astronaut, just so she can go dancing there!

Comment is about Moon Dancer (blog)

Original item by Mike McPeek

Thanks Pablo.
‘The Times They are A-Changin”!

I remember the UK's warmongers trying to drag us into Vietnam: now they're spouting conscription and national service rhetoric, trying to whip up World War III.

We need more protest songs. If I had the energy, I'd be out on the streets with the peace protestors.

Comment is about The Streets of Rome (blog)

Original item by Pablo Cúzco

Thanks Rob.
I suppose insecurities of differing sorts can induce us to "build up walls".

Comment is about Free from what? (blog)

Original item by RudyardK

Thank you Julie, for a beautiful poem.
And thanks for the work you do for charity.
It amuses me, that by the time mother nature has finished with those bits of glass, many of them take on the appearance of expensive pieces of antique Lalique glass!
💗

Comment is about The Gift Of A Sea Glass Heart (blog)

Original item by julie callaghan