Hello you. Where on Earth have you been? Hope it was hot. If it was another site - let me check it out - surely it can't be better than this? Have really missed you - hope you are back to stay. xx
Comment is about Anthony Emmerson (poet profile)
Original item by Anthony Emmerson
A beautiful piece Cate - you've got the tone just right. Like Cynthia, I love the contrast between the perfect beauty of the Taj and the background that is India with all of its poverty/ vibrancy. You even managed to get a beggar into your pic...
Comment is about Taj At Sunset (blog)
Original item by Cate
This paints a fine picture of passionate, erotic dance. It certainly had me bubbling and simmering ... and it takes quite a lot to evoke that sort of feeling in me these days. SR.
Comment is about 2 (blog)
Original item by sian howell
Hi Sian, thanks for your kind comments about my poem / monologue The Cup That Poisons (alternatively titled Tea-He-He). Your words cheered me up, coming as they did when I am going through a particularly crap time in my life just now.
Comment is about sian howell (poet profile)
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Hi Sian,
Thanks for your comments on 'Growing Up' - glad you liked it.
Nice to see you back again,
Cx
Comment is about sian howell (poet profile)
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HI Anthony. Have just read Myspace and am fairly gobsmacked by it. You seem to have a state of the nation theme and a love thread all in the same poem. The rhythm and music of the words - and your stamina - is very impressive. I'd love to hear you read it. Being in the business I particularly liked "the paperboy chokes doorways with a plague of news and views". Only one quibble. Visually I'd like to see every two lines become one wherever possible. I think it would easier on the eye and the reader would appreciate your skill that much more.
Congratulations
Greg
Comment is about Anthony Emmerson (poet profile)
Original item by Anthony Emmerson
Thank you Cynthia, it's always nice to 'capture' a lady even with a dark, Demonic poem :)
Chris Co, I agree with your points about the closing of the mines, sad in their own way, and the subsequent loss of community. Something I have written about in my autobiog. (Extracts on my website).
I understand what you mean by 'enjoyable' there doesn't seem to be a suitable adjective to describe the 'enjoyable' emotion one gets from something that is dark, like watching Schindler's List, Sophie's Choice or The Pianist. But I know perfectly well what you mean.
Evocative, meaningful, vivid, graphic - wow! I really am encouraged by the response so far. All I can say is that if I have any talent for writing it comes from the deep, softly lyrical rhythm of Welsh genes (although I don't speak the language - sadly).
Thanks again, your comments are very much appreciated. Sincerely.
Comment is about the Dust, the Dust (blog)
Original item by Steven Dark
Hi Isobel,
Another well-painted truism. I remember seeing (a long time ago) one of those gift-type mugs with a slogan on. It read "Wherever you go, there you are." I guess it's the same with coming back.
Regards,
A.E.
Comment is about Coming Home (blog)
Original item by Isobel
Hi Barry,
Loved this literary sleight-of -pen. Conjured up a rewarding image in very few well-chosen words.
Regards,
A.E.
Comment is about DARK ART (blog)
Original item by Barrie Singleton
Hi Cate,
Where's my postcard and stick of rock then? Very envious . . .
Regards,
A.E.
Comment is about Taj At Sunset (blog)
Original item by Cate
Jane, this is marvellous, so imaginative, and the metaphor is driven brilliantly on without a hitch to its mocking pastorale conclusion. A show-stopper, Madame.
Comment is about Horse Power (blog)
Original item by jane wilcock
sorry a more serious comment this time...
what a great aproach to the intimacy of the dance. Loved the title and the way you have described the passion of it. I canot dance, too late to learn now :-) Win x
Comment is about 2 (blog)
Original item by sian howell
This is very good. I was totally captured by your vivid descriptions and in-depth feeling about both the mines and the music. 'eyes like pissholes in the snow' is outstanding. I also liked the capitallized personification of Dust, as a godlike demon of the mines. I haven't yet read your response to comments. I'll do that now.
Comment is about the Dust, the Dust (blog)
Original item by Steven Dark
Whoa Sian! As you often seem to do, you have laced this with a heady, erotic undercurrent. I wonder, do I still have that "Bromide" in the cupboard - the last dose seems to be wearing off . . . ;-)
Regards,
A.E. x
Comment is about 2 (blog)
Original item by sian howell
Hi Sian,
Hope all is well with you - haven't "seen" you around too much lately - but then I haven't been around much myself. I just wanted to say thanks for stopping by and for your generous comment on "Beyond the Equinox." Not a work of any great depth, admittedly, but I'm glad a few folks seemed to like it. Hopefully I might get time to review a few things myself soon!
Best regards,
A.E.
Comment is about sian howell (poet profile)
Original item by sian howell
Hi Isobel,
Good to see this get the public airing it so deserves at last. As usual you are provocative, thoughtful, outspoken entertaining (quite tuneful too!) and, (dare I say it?) more than likely entirely right.
By the way, I didn't write this of my own volition - some "God" made me do it; so if anyone objects, blame him/her/them whatever . . .
Regards,
A.E. x
Comment is about What's It All About? (blog)
Original item by Isobel
You must have had a marvellous trip! And this poem is so much better than a photograph. It has some lovely lines. Liked the juxtaposition of the three realities: inherent ideal, gorgeous architecture and pervasive poverty.What an endearing romantic you are.
Comment is about Taj At Sunset (blog)
Original item by Cate
Thanks guys. Your comments are appreciated.Chris Co, I wholeheartedly accept your take on the subject. Of course coal, like rugby, has shaped the mind and culture of South Wales and during the almost 150 years of active mining in the valleys, the NC 'bloody' B provided a livelihood for many thousands of families but not without the great cost of injury, disease and death. Your piece is perhaps more romantic, maybe more nationalistic and proud (this isn't a criticism just an observation) than mine, but nonetheless also true. Both takes are equally valid and highlight both sides of the same coin. Mining shaped the valleys and its inhabitants physically, culturally and metaphorically and we would not be the people we are without it - good or bad.Thaumaturgically Charged, thanks for your comment - you read it exactly as I meant it to be as a graphic depiction of both the beauty and horror.
Comment is about the Dust, the Dust (blog)
Original item by Steven Dark
this is such a clever piece ...really glad I looked you up and I can see since I was last here that you have really extended yourself and this piece is fantastic X
Comment is about Kilim (blog)
Original item by Deborah Jordan Bailey
I thought this excellant, cleverly written and your reading gives it even more power and depth. sian X
Comment is about What's It All About? (blog)
Original item by Isobel
Thanks Darren. Great title, good review...er...I think.
Comment is about Sirenator: The Rise of the Machines (article)
Hello Greg,
The Poems for Rosie blog is really just a repository for my work (something of a tidy place to keep everything). I have been published a couple of times during my "Angling Period" so to speak. As to a book, perhaps some day, something to leave the children and grandchildren maybe. regards, Graham
Comment is about Greg Freeman (poet profile)
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Thu 19th Nov 2009 07:56
I adore this, it's beautiful.
Comment is about My Gaudi House (article)
I am out there feeling it...
with that special someone...
'Eyes burning with thrill,
craving heat,
lost and consumed
as glowing embers.'
Lovely : )
Comment is about 2 (blog)
Original item by sian howell
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Thu 19th Nov 2009 01:19
I liked the graphic way this poem brings images to the mind's eye. My Grand Father was a miner, one of the last who swung a pick.
He died of lung related disease
Comment is about the Dust, the Dust (blog)
Original item by Steven Dark
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Wed 18th Nov 2009 23:17
Hi Rodney, thanks for the rap ;-) ha ha took me a while to figure it out, pretty cool though when I did cheers ;-))
Comment is about Rodney Wood (poet profile)
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Plods along in it's self obsessed way.
Comment is about Hopeful Recovery (blog)
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Wed 18th Nov 2009 19:35
Thank you so much for your comment Isobel.... and hope you enjoyed your shower. the girl in the poem is both confused, excited , aroused and afraid... very afraid....at the end she feels miserable and used... and ashamed at her totally lack of control... or ability to ever take charge and have a sexual liason on her terms or at the very least agreed terms.
Was it rape... I don't think so... but I don't know for sure
Once again many thanks for critique it is as always welcomed warmly.
Augusta x
Comment is about Isobel (poet profile)
Original item by Isobel
Thanks friends. Very harrassed right now. I'll try to remember to reciprocate when calm.
Comment is about DARK ART (blog)
Original item by Barrie Singleton
Hi Folks
Thanks very very much for your feedback. It's been suggested that I should record it. And why not?
Soon
Pascal
Comment is about Pascal Desmond (poet profile)
Original item by Pascal Desmond
Def one of your best Tommy!!!! lol
Cate xx
Comment is about The stops (blog)
Original item by Tommy Carroll
A beautifully written and touching piece Isobel. One that many people will relate to in some form or other.
Cate xx
Comment is about Coming Home (blog)
Original item by Isobel
Short but extremely sweet. Beautifully wrtten!
Cate xx
Comment is about DARK ART (blog)
Original item by Barrie Singleton
I love this. Lovely imagery here.
Cate xx
Comment is about Boots of Spanish Leather (blog)
Original item by Dave Carr
A very clever comparison between how it is and how in an idyllic world it used to be.
Cate xx
Comment is about Horse Power (blog)
Original item by jane wilcock
A deep and encompassing piece of work Isobel. One that is thought provoking and very well written.
Cate xx
Comment is about What's It All About? (blog)
Original item by Isobel
Sorry I got interrupted during my last comment. At the heart of most religion is the fact that we should love our neighbour. That real message often seems to get lost in all the ritual and dogma. I do find the issue of the host rather ridiculous. If Christ existed, I am sure that he would be horrified that his last supper should have been lifted and become the source of such division. If he were to come back, I like to think he would do more than overturn a few tables...Rant over.
Comment is about What's It All About? (blog)
Original item by Isobel
I liked the idea of a paper boomerang. Wish I'd thought of that. Welcome
Comment is about Natasha (poet profile)
Original item by Natasha
What a good line the Nicorette bit is. Welcome.
Comment is about Ben Mellor (poet profile)
Original item by Ben Mellor
Loved the bottom on picket, classic! (thankyouverymuch) Sorry just had to do it. Graham
Comment is about Pascal Desmond (poet profile)
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Hello Tom, Welcome here. I think "You mistake the wind for the sound of spirits" is a nice description. Look forward to hearing more. Graham
Comment is about Tom Harding (poet profile)
Original item by Tom Harding
I'm not really having a go at anybody's God in this poem Dave. My children are being raised catholic - because I believe a faithless society is worse that one with hope in it... I just don't like the divisions that can be caused...
Comment is about What's It All About? (blog)
Original item by Isobel
Tricky one for me this Izz because I do believe in God. But it's such a well crafted, thoughtful and entertaining poem that all I want to do is praise it. I guess we can both agree that if there's a God He/She isn't the problem, it's people and what we do with religion. x
Comment is about What's It All About? (blog)
Original item by Isobel
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Wed 18th Nov 2009 12:00
Cataclysmic events crafted into words...... gently conveyed.
Comment is about Final Appointment (blog)
Original item by Andy N
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Wed 18th Nov 2009 11:57
This is a beautiful poem, obviously derived from a place deep within.
Comment is about For Silence (blog)
Original item by Andy N
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Wed 18th Nov 2009 11:22
To me this suggests someone trapped in a painful repetitious circle. Nice post. win
Comment is about Betrayed (blog)
Original item by Tommy Carroll
Cate Greenlees
Thu 19th Nov 2009 17:53
Cheeky muppet Isobel!!
Comment is about Taj At Sunset (blog)
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