Thanks for taking a look at my poetry David - and welcome to WOL!

I very much enjoyed your profile poem. It seems like the poem of a much older person though - you look too young to be so battle worn - I'm hoping that means you've lived life to the full :) Take care for now. x

Comment is about David Blake (poet profile)

Original item by David Blake

I very much like the first verse; which doesn't mean that I don't like the rest, just that I don't follow it.

With the title, I get a connection to visions/Virgin Mary/miracles. The juxtaposition with sewage filters leads me to think that the poem will be a satire or an undermining of the nature of the woman - but I'm left wondering, not understanding, which I find hard.

Comment is about María en la Roca (Sewage Filter) (blog)

Original item by David Blake

s'ok

Comment is about David Blake (poet profile)

Original item by David Blake

Thanks for the feedback Ann. It's semi-autobiographical, based on somewhere real and on the impression of the scene/place I was left with at the time.

I intentionally went for a paranoid, claustrophobic feel, making the protagonist feel like shouting: "I shouldn't be here!" or "I'm being watched!" Hence the title. Although zombies weren't really on my mind here I'm afraid, haha!

It was actually the first poem I'd written of my latest 2009-present carnation. And one of my best, in my opinion. I'm glad you liked it.

Comment is about The Intruder (blog)

Original item by David Blake

Thanks for your welcome to WOL and your kind words on 'The Dream at the Party'.

Comment is about garside (poet profile)

Original item by garside

Have very much enjoyed reading your work so far Isobel. Keep it up!

Comment is about Isobel (poet profile)

Original item by Isobel

Brilliant tribute Isobel. Really enjoyed reading this.

Comment is about The Sky at Night (blog)

Original item by Isobel

Wow, very good. The short lines compliment the language perfectly. Shows just how quick thoughts can change, leap around and wander.

Comment is about myspace (blog)

Original item by Anthony Emmerson

I like this a lot. Very intense-feeling, almost as if the words themselves are skating on ice and are careful not to slip.

Comment is about thin ice (blog)

Original item by Anthony Emmerson

Really good Ann. Great rhythm to it, suits the words perfectly. Really evocative imagery. 'City', 'peace-camp' and 'rainbow' metaphors all add to the poem's irresistible charm.

Comment is about shrimping net city (blog)

Original item by Ann Foxglove

I very much like this. Especially the part about the changing of the seasons and the fact the fairy will never know them. Good work!

Comment is about january fairy (blog)

Original item by Ann Foxglove

Thanks for your kind words on my recent poems Ann. Much appreciated - David.

Comment is about Ann Foxglove (poet profile)

Original item by Ann Foxglove

Thanks for the comments.
Anthony - I sound a lot worse than I read, and that's saying summat.
Nick - I'd normally agree with you on avoiding repetition but sometimes it works - or seems to.

Comment is about My Favourite Glass (blog)

Original item by Ray Miller

Did anyone know that stamp collecting can result in premature baldness? (Philately will get you no hair.) :)

Comment is about Unmasked, again: magazine reveals new case of plagiarism by Christian Ward (article)

Original item by Greg Freeman

Thanks Yvonne
tried to go to your profile page, but can't find you - so placed my thanks here :-)
Ian

Comment is about The Collector (Roget's Soliloquy) (blog)

Original item by Ian Whiteley

Now are you echoing or are you plagiarising Mr Coe ? :))

Comment is about Unmasked, again: magazine reveals new case of plagiarism by Christian Ward (article)

Original item by Greg Freeman

Oh TC flows par excellence. Bravo! ta muchly, Nick.

Comment is about The paint and the past (blog)

Original item by Tommy Carroll

Beneath an other-place canopy there lays a whole world to which we have now been introduced. Many thanks, Nick.

Comment is about Paradiso (blog)

Original item by Ludo

I just wanted to echo your words.

j/k

Comment is about Unmasked, again: magazine reveals new case of plagiarism by Christian Ward (article)

Original item by Greg Freeman

Seems like he's plagiarising plagiarism. Rather sad really that someone has so little faith in their own abilities. It's difficult to imagine how his thought processes were working if he imagined he would never be found out after pulling the same stunt so many times.

Comment is about Unmasked, again: magazine reveals new case of plagiarism by Christian Ward (article)

Original item by Greg Freeman

Oh you naughty boy, far too good for us mere mortals - get yourself published. ta muchly, Nick.

Comment is about Universe (blog)

Original item by Steve Higgins

Your, 'rape machine stalks the poorest casualties' is first rate. Brilliant!
Is using 'gevernments' in the same line as 'care' an oxymoron?
'Guns and ammo flow like like salt upon a wound' - Great!
Like your inspired description 'new disease'.
You nailed it. ta muchly, Nick.

Comment is about No Gainful Loss In War Except the Feeding of the Purse (blog)

Original item by Noetic-fret!

Dear Mr Newbelly, 'I've seen pictures' why do I have to chuckle when you bless us with your wit? Much appreciated, ta muchly, Nick.

Comment is about POLICE POETRY BOOK (blog)

Original item by M.C. Newberry

You mucky mind - me too - loved it - ta muchly, Nick.

Comment is about Day 1 - Mirrored Glass (blog)

Original item by Tom Harding

Strength of word use. powerful control of the English language - although I had to look up 'purulent' it was certainly a pleasure to read and digest - wish I was so talented - ta muchly, Nick.

Comment is about Anthony and Katypatra (blog)

Original item by Katy Megan

a pertinent observation on the evil morass into which our elected representatives are sliding after losing sight of the end game. Excellent stuff. much enjoyed.

Comment is about The Day We Elected... (blog)

Original item by steve pottinger

I thought you said this was going to be lightweight Katy! "Strumpet's fool" or fool's strumpet? (Or is strumpet a strawberry flavoured crumpet?) Like the pic on FB too - very Alys Fowler!

Regards,
A.E.

Comment is about Anthony and Katypatra (blog)

Original item by Katy Megan

Very evocative Enjoyed this. Ah, those were the days.This flows so well from 1 image to the next and draws you in to the whole experience.

Comment is about My Favourite Glass (blog)

Original item by Ray Miller

You are in fine fettle of late Mr Coopey. I'm enjoying your covers and meanderings very much. Hope your pages aren't too stuck together!

Regards,
A.E.

Comment is about SONNET 18 (blog)

Original item by John Coopey

It seems you did keep this stored up safe Ray - at least in the memory. Well expressed in a form that suits the content well. When are you going to give us some audio!!!

Regards,
A.E.

Comment is about My Favourite Glass (blog)

Original item by Ray Miller

I shed a few tears of laughter reading this. I'm sure Shakespeare wooden mind you borowing his style.

Comment is about SONNET 18 (blog)

Original item by John Coopey

Seems like he's plagiarising plagiarism. Rather sad really that someone has so little faith in their own abilities. It's difficult to imagine how his thought processes were working if he imagined he would never be found out after pulling the same stunt so many times.

Comment is about Unmasked, again: magazine reveals new case of plagiarism by Christian Ward (article)

Original item by Greg Freeman

Great perspective. Excellent title. Enjoyed. I almost felt broody again.

Comment is about Mother ! Can you see me ? (blog)

Original item by Mike Hilton

Great description love the anthropomorphic touche - claws, teeth. XX

Comment is about MIRAGE (blog)

Original item by NICK ARMBRISTER

Nicely done. Love the 'stalwart friends' says so much in a couple of words.
I see wher JC's coming from inre your last 2 lines . I took me few re-reds to understand it as "I'm surprised widows ever learn"
I love this poem.

Comment is about The Adaptation. (blog)

per ardua ad ASDA - couldn't spell astra, sorry, your description is of the finest, ta muchly, Nick.

Comment is about MIRAGE (blog)

Original item by NICK ARMBRISTER

The poem is born - and such a fine specimen it is - interesting point of view - ta muchly, Nick.

Comment is about Mother ! Can you see me ? (blog)

Original item by Mike Hilton

Dave I cannot access full version of the poem The cat, The Damselfly and the Dee When I click on the link 'read more ...' the screen take me to the news page with a red comment saying 'you do not have permission...'

Comment is about Cat Competition Extended Deadline (blog)

Original item by Dave Bradley

Short pause (paws), Magic? ta muchly, nick

Comment is about The Magician Cat (blog)

Original item by Winston Plowes

Phantoms that spill and twirl away - cast far by the pull of time - who wrote that? Well, actually, I did. ta muchly, Nick

Comment is about Are you that easy to forget? (blog)

Wot I wont to no is what's in yon 'Dirty Books' please - more! more! they cried hopefully, ta muchly, Nick.

Comment is about SONNET 18 (blog)

Original item by John Coopey

Good'ay Ray, nice little something that! I wonder about the end line, maybe: ('tipped' you back)? Fussy me, prefer non repetion - enoyed it - ta muchly, Nick

Comment is about My Favourite Glass (blog)

Original item by Ray Miller

What does? Wot pane are we referring to? Decypher my comment and you win - the prize is that I'll read all your lovely work - ta muchly, Nick

Comment is about An Idea (blog)

Original item by Larisa Rzhepishevska

Are you trying to 'fright us'? with your multiple appendicit(us)- rhymes better - the giggle muscle has had an outing - ta muchly , Nick

Comment is about Appendicitis ? (blog)

Original item by hugh

Thanks, Dave and Steve. My Favourite Glass of Bittersweet Pop. I should give it to the Buzzcocks.

Comment is about My Favourite Glass (blog)

Original item by Ray Miller

Thanks, Steve. I don't have holidays, only parole.

Comment is about Wards (blog)

Original item by Ray Miller

Brilliant stuff! Love your ideas and mid-line rhymes, when they come, the cadence is grand - this poem is the most enjoyable work I've read in quite some time, and I read a lot - ta muchly, Nick

Comment is about The river (blog)

Original item by Wez Jefferies

Nicely done, don't agree with JC, I think the ending couplet Does make the poem what it is! I thank you, ta muchly, Nick
ps on the same theme, Gone, is a little longer.

Comment is about The Adaptation. (blog)

Hi Chris. I really like your poems. I enjoy the narrative and admire the use of rhyme [never trite]. Most of all I like the sincerity. John.

Comment is about Chris Co (poet profile)

Original item by Chris Co

Very poignant image, Travis. Made more powerful by its brevity.
Maybe I'm not reading it right but the last two lines don't seem to quite hang together (it's probably me).

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