John
Very good
Unfortunately I’ll never be able to listen to Chelsea Hotel with out thinking of this
Thanks ( not ) 🤣
Comment is about CROSSROADS MOTEL (blog)
Original item by John Coopey
… I wear the black for the poor and the beaten down
Livin' in the hopeless, hungry side of town
I wear it for the prisoner who is long paid for his crime
But is there because he's a victim of the times.
Comment is about THE MAN IN BLACK - remembering Johnny Cash (blog)
Original item by M.C. Newberry
One of your better ones MC.
Comment is about THE MAN IN BLACK - remembering Johnny Cash (blog)
Original item by M.C. Newberry
A fitting tribute, MC.
Comment is about THE MAN IN BLACK - remembering Johnny Cash (blog)
Original item by M.C. Newberry
It hardly seems possible that it's twenty years almost to the
day since Johnny Cash died. Along with "Old Blue Eyes", he
remains a favourite male singer.
Comment is about THE MAN IN BLACK - remembering Johnny Cash (blog)
Original item by M.C. Newberry
Great stuff, Lee.
I really enjoyed the video too, there's a hint of anarcho-punk about it, I think.
Comment is about Disgusted (blog)
Original item by Lee Campbell
Thanks Reggie's Ghost . I counted four empty boxes in my Hall! I never find them with the alacrity that I lose them!!!
I borrowed the pattern from Larkin poem 'Wires' which is well worth a read, I would say. 😁
Thanks for the like, John.
Comment is about Lambs to the Slaughter (blog)
Original item by John Botterill
An entertaining trip back down a byway of social history. I'm
not sure if it's totally fair to lump all Tories as "queer haters".
I seem to recall it was Lord Arran (Boofy to his friends) who
put his head above the parapet with his campaign to add some
sanity to society. In my old line of work, we had to respond to
complaints about behaviour in public conveniences (a quaint
title) and that hardly endeared us to those participating...but
then those places were for other purposes anyway. And still
are - if you can actually find one that's open these days! 😐
Comment is about Disgusted (blog)
Original item by Lee Campbell
John, only just spotted the rhyming pattern. Excellent! Is there an official name for it?
Comment is about Lambs to the Slaughter (blog)
Original item by John Botterill
Thanks, Stephen!
And cheers John! Tapping the Admiral's a great little pub and I do try to pop in when I'm in the area.
Comment is about Nelson (blog)
Original item by Steve White
I know how you feel John. On a new course, with narrow fairways and lots of water one can easily lose half a box of balls. Though as a golfer, family members are never stuck for what to buy you!
Comment is about Lambs to the Slaughter (blog)
Original item by John Botterill
Really good piece. Reminds that extraordinary poetry can be found in the most straightforward of places.
Comment is about "Call it a Night" (blog)
Original item by Michael Morales
We're pretty good at eulogising heroes and glossing over seedy elements of their past.
You also reminded me of a pub in Kentish Town, North London called 'Tapping the Admiral'.
After Nelson's death at the battle of Trafalgar, in 1805, his body was stored in a barrel of brandy to preserve it during the long journey home. While en-route to Gibraltar the crew of the HMS Victory tapped the barrel and would draw brandy through macaroni straws, to toast the Admiral, hence the term 'tapping the Admiral'.
Comment is about Nelson (blog)
Original item by Steve White
Yes, this is wonderful, full of heart. Thank you, Michael.
Comment is about "Call it a Night" (blog)
Original item by Michael Morales
This poem is a good read, Michael. Dropping in to the poet's every day life, thoughts and emotions many people can relate to (family strife, hanging in during the work day, and most importantly, family love). Well done Michael!
Comment is about "Call it a Night" (blog)
Original item by Michael Morales
Breathtakingly good, John. Why aren't you poet laureate?
Comment is about Blank slate (blog)
Original item by John E Marks
An entertaining and searching poem, Steve. Thanks.
Comment is about Nelson (blog)
Original item by Steve White
A truly haunting and well told tale. Thank you for sharing this Keith
Comment is about Gallipoli (blog)
Original item by keith jeffries
Thanks guys for your likes and positive comments. Much appreciated
Cheers
M
Comment is about Nothing more than a paper thin kiss (blog)
Original item by Martin Elder
Ray - agree about the value at C&A - and your observation that
the firm had Dutch origins. I recall that the C & A were the
initials of the first names of the two brothers behind the business. We had a big branch here in nearby Oxford Street
which I frequented back in the day.
Comment is about TRYING ON TROUSERS (blog)
Original item by ray pool
In today's knee-bending world
It seems to be a crime
To serve a nation's flag unfurled
Back in "Bony's" time. 😏
Comment is about Nelson (blog)
Original item by Steve White
Leonidas, I noice that you tend to post multiple poems at a time. The problem is that only the most recent poem is displayed in the blog section, the others being archived under your name until the end of each month.
If you are hoping to attract comment/critique it is better to post less but frequently as members often just read the displayed poems. The choice of course is yours
Comment is about “The Hidden Symbolism in Shakespeare's Publications” (blog)
Original item by leonidas kazantheos
Thank you, MC. Much appreciated 😀
Comment is about From a glint in your eye (blog)
Original item by John Botterill
HI Tom Glad you liked my little tribute to Seamus on his anniversary.
Comment is about Tom (poet profile)
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Hi John I'm glad you liked my little tribute to Seamus on his anniversary.
Comment is about John Gilbert Ellis (poet profile)
Original item by John Gilbert Ellis
Hi Hélène Glad you liked my little tribute to Seamus!
Comment is about Hélène (poet profile)
Original item by Hélène
Hi Greg Always good to hear from you now that I am no longer being 'inspired'. My poem to Seamus is quite an old one now which I am sure you've seen before!
Comment is about Greg Freeman (poet profile)
Original item by Greg Freeman
Hi Stephen Glad you liked my little tribute to Seamus.
Comment is about Stephen Gospage (poet profile)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
Graham I thing i've learnt with the
other halves, especially in the changing room is to always put your foot down. That is quite embarrassing I find to parade in the shop.
Sounds quite ghastly Stephen, I know exactly you mean!
Actually Mark C & A were a Dutch company who produced good stuff - i've still a leather coat from the eighties from them .
Martin - They do vary from a half curtain to a butcher's freezer in terms of privacy. I avoid them whenever possible!
Reggie's Ghost. A satisfactory arrangement for all concerned.
A good thought John. My brother in law only buys one colour socks to avoid the tedium of choice.
Thanks for liking this Holden!
Ray
Comment is about TRYING ON TROUSERS (blog)
Original item by ray pool
Brilliant David and one I can relate to. Often lost in a world of words, titles and lines much to the consternation of those around me, no doubt.
Comment is about Poets' Wives (blog)
Original item by David Cooke
Thank you for this poem, David. It is interesting how the creative process manifests itself.
I remember that day ten years ago. The next morning, an Irish colleague, whom I met on the bus and had never thought of as being interested in poetry, told me that he had 'sat up reading Seamus' collected works last night'.
Comment is about Poets' Wives (blog)
Original item by David Cooke
Carving a rose out of my heart
This gift a bond so divine❤
Comment is about To each their path (blog)
Original item by Sunshine
Peace brings us today
Giving us a world
To live and dream
Sowing seeds of love❤
Comment is about Contentment and peace (blog)
Original item by Sunshine
Thanks for reminding us of the day, David, with this fine poem.
Comment is about Poets' Wives (blog)
Original item by David Cooke
Adroit use of language combined with emotive imagery do their
job here in fine style.
Comment is about From a glint in your eye (blog)
Original item by John Botterill
More pleasing positivity from this source, embellished by some
fine lines along the way.
Comment is about All I Know. (blog)
Original item by Clare
Food for thought indeed. A satisfying word-menu!
Comment is about The closing of the day (blog)
Original item by John E Marks
I was always intrigued by the tale of "Doubting Thomas" in the Bible and in later life took the view that it was meant to ensure
that "faith" took precedence over a questioning mind. A favourite
aphorism has always been "Cynicism is the last resort of idealism". 😏
Comment is about I stand alone (blog)
Original item by JD Russell
Careful JC...you'll have "Metoo" after you! 😊
Comment is about BOOTS (blog)
Original item by John Coopey
Yes, very well put. Not enough time to live, as it is.
Comment is about At the Water's Edge (blog)
Original item by Hélène
There's an easy way out of this, buy the same trousers each time!
What I'd do if I had it completely my way each time I venture to go to a clothing shop.
Comment is about TRYING ON TROUSERS (blog)
Original item by ray pool
Happiness is just like the rain. It comes suddenly and disappeared without a sign.
Comment is about Is today a good day to? (blog)
Original item by Hafsah Siti
Indeed she's beautiful and unique. I'm glad to know someone that love the uniqueness 💕
Comment is about shan shan (poet profile)
Original item by shan shan
Love the idea of 'I only have so much time' and the need to do what we can as humans.
Got me thinking back on an idea I'll finish and post now as well!
Comment is about Universal Scales (blog)
Original item by Eric Berard
I've read your comments for many times to make me understand better M.C.Newberry. And yes I agreed to your words. It makes me to think more now. I hope everything will be alright. I should look back at the great land. Thank you for your kind words. really appreciated it.
Comment is about LOST ! (blog)
Original item by shan shan
A wonderful dive into the mind of a poet. Throughly enjoyed reading this. Thank you David! And thank you for introducing me to Seamus Heaney.
Comment is about Poets' Wives (blog)
Original item by David Cooke
Some lovely imagery here.
I particularly like the phrases 'as skies fade to a kippery-grey' and 'I am a chorus in a play'.
Comment is about The closing of the day (blog)
Original item by John E Marks
Telling stuff. I'm on the same page, or at least in the same chapter as you.
I choose my moments to disappear or go vague when constructing another poem, so know where you are coming from.
Comment is about Poets' Wives (blog)
Original item by David Cooke
John Coopey
Sat 2nd Sep 2023 07:40
Sorry for the ear-worm, Pete. I had to wait till I had a cold before I could record this with anything like Laughing Lenny’s growl.
And thanks for the Like, Telboy.
Comment is about CROSSROADS MOTEL (blog)
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