Grace Meadows
Sat 6th May 2023 23:14
Hi Ed' I enjoyed my jaunt through this jocularity.
Comment is about How Bert became King ( or an homage to Stanley Holloway ) (blog)
Original item by Edbreathe
And art is the path to helping others understand.
C.K.23
Comment is about Tumble in the wind (blog)
Original item by John E Marks
From For Whom the Bell Tolls
by
John Donne:
"...Each man's death diminishes me,
For I am involved in mankind..."
That's the answer.
Sez it all really!
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/picture/2023/may/06/local-elections-the-end-is-nigh-for-the-conservatives-cartoon#img-1
Comment is about Poet provides poem at first 'Lonely Funeral' in Scotland (article)
Original item by Greg Freeman
Thank you so very much Clare. Your appreciation of my words lifts my heart.
" Vision is the art of seeing what is invisible to others."
Jonathan Swift
Comment is about Tumble in the wind (blog)
Original item by John E Marks
Thank you all for your likes and kind comments. I am truly in awe of your kind words. I have to confess to being the tortured artist who can only ever see room for improvement but all your kind comments keep me going. Thank you!
Comment is about Preparing to Leave. (blog)
Original item by Clare
I have said it before and I will say it again, differently this time. Your writing is breathtaking, give me back the air to my lungs!
Comment is about Tumble in the wind (blog)
Original item by John E Marks
Thank you very much 🙏
Comment is about How Bert became King ( or an homage to Stanley Holloway ) (blog)
Original item by Edbreathe
Brilliant Edbreathe.
😁
Comment is about How Bert became King ( or an homage to Stanley Holloway ) (blog)
Original item by Edbreathe
Thank you Keith.
"Education is the vanguard of freedom."
Indeed it is.
Education (of self and of others) in a broad sense: ie. the ability of artists of all genres and disciplines within society to question, to criticise, to mock, etc.
And Education in say, a narrow sense, ie. places of learning, schools, universities, etc. hence, (I'm inclined to point out) attacks over the years on the funding of the Humanities in the UK.
May I point out this Guardian article: https://www.theguardian.com/books/2021/jul/05/flogged-imprisoned-murdered-today-being-a-poet-is-a-dangerous-job
Comment is about The Voices of Freedom (blog)
Original item by keith jeffries
Thanks Stephen. I also write poetry on my daily walks. I tend to use notebook on my mobile, in spite of my alleged hatred of phones haha. we are complex creatures, aren't we? Well, I am! 😀
Comment is about Early Morning Quietude (blog)
Original item by John Botterill
This project interests me somehow. As the poet himself says, I'm not quite sure how I feel about it. It stirs the spirit in a way most projects don't. ('Art' projects where you throw a GIANT cylinder or cube somewhere and it's really only 'art' because it's GIANT, for example.) Of course I don't expect it to benefit the dead in any way. It has the chance of benefitting me and any sensitive observer in a way I can't explain. I can forsee individuals brought to tears with this kind of practise and possilbly driven to take generous and positive steps in future.
Comment is about Poet provides poem at first 'Lonely Funeral' in Scotland (article)
Original item by Greg Freeman
Music and a poem with a heart and soul, Adam. Thanks.
Comment is about Violet Tulloch, Queen Of Lerwick (blog)
Original item by Adam Whitworth
Thank you, Greg. It reminds me of the Jasper Carrot story about his friend slagging off Man Utd during a match at Old Trafford (ok, perhaps that was a bit riskier...)
Manish - Yes, even a broken artist has something to offer, even if it's only an opinion.
Many thanks for the kind comment, Tim. I'll keep trying.
And my thanks to Leon and Reggie's Ghost
Comment is about Purfleet (blog)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dwtnesFX1IA
here's a link to the tune 😉
Comment is about Violet Tulloch, Queen Of Lerwick (blog)
Original item by Adam Whitworth
Don't worry your pretty little head about it; it's a private matter for folk music colleagues.
One of the great tunes by the great Phil Cunningham. Hearing the tune, the first line screams out as if aleady written and I think every fan should stir their spirit to come up with a set of lyrics. If the best ones were saved to become part of the traditional canon I could die happy.
Comment is about Violet Tulloch, Queen Of Lerwick (blog)
Original item by Adam Whitworth
OK - but in the sort of situation reported here, with whom is
"empathy" being expressed. That does confuse me in this
particular context. Cheers.
Comment is about Poet provides poem at first 'Lonely Funeral' in Scotland (article)
Original item by Greg Freeman
<Deleted User> (35565)
Sat 6th May 2023 14:44
HM'S HAIKU
THE MONKEY SEE MONKEY DO
LOVE THAT CROWN! CAN I HAVE ONE TOO?
OMG! THE QUEEN!? NOT YOU!
THE DEFO GOLDDIGGER CALLED CAMILLA
FANCIED BEING A THRONE FILLER
WITH HER CUNNING PLAN
GOT HER CLAWS IN A MAN
WILL THIS BE HMS UK/TITANIC WITH HER AT THE TILLER?
WHERES THE NEAREST DARK ROOM-UGH!
Comment is about Dethronement Haiku (blog)
Nice poem Stephen. You’ve done what you say - question, create, bring passion.
Comment is about Purfleet (blog)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
<Deleted User> (35565)
Sat 6th May 2023 13:53
Shame that WOL seemed to have ended poem of the week because this would surely have topped the list Clare
well done girl!
LS
Comment is about Preparing to Leave. (blog)
Original item by Clare
An interesting poem from an observant eye. Speaks of a broken artist trying to make an impact through his creative passion.
Thank you for this.
Comment is about Purfleet (blog)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
My wife feels the same about Picasso, Steve, and will often voice this opinion in embarrassing places, such as the Picasso museum in Malaga ...
Comment is about Purfleet (blog)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
You seem to have captured the whole of humanity in one poem, Clare. Astonishing! A wonderful read.
Comment is about Preparing to Leave. (blog)
Original item by Clare
Thanks, John. I love the metaphor of blood and warmth flowing (light bleeds into dark is very good). Yes, this experience is familiar, although I also get ideas when walking the dog. The challenge is to remember them at the end!
A fine poem.
Comment is about Early Morning Quietude (blog)
Original item by John Botterill
MC. I'm afraid you are completely mistaken.
You say-I quote:
""Do not confuse "empathy" with "emotionally illiterate"."
I'm not "confusing" empathy with anything.
I'm equating someone who has "empathy" with someone who is "emotionally literate".
Comment is about Poet provides poem at first 'Lonely Funeral' in Scotland (article)
Original item by Greg Freeman
Quite right Keith. The most reliable source with regards to climate change is the IPCC.
Comment is about MANIPULATION (blog)
Original item by M.C. Newberry
Thanks so much Clare. In fairness, my wife says I escape my brain quite often, calling me 'brainless' when, like Helene, I write poetry at 3 in the morning 😂
Comment is about Early Morning Quietude (blog)
Original item by John Botterill
People have said I'm two faced, Clare. Never three 😂 Great poem, again!
Comment is about The Three Faces of Me. (blog)
Original item by Clare
A Superb poem, Clare. An inspirational tapestry woven from the core of our creative being!
Comment is about Preparing to Leave. (blog)
Original item by Clare
Another corker from you! I feel your pain, if only we could escape our brains. 🤣
Comment is about Early Morning Quietude (blog)
Original item by John Botterill
This is wonderful. If only more people could share your generosity of soul - how much better life would be! Beautifully written, inspiring piece. It’s so reassuring knowing people like you exist. Xx
Comment is about A Soul's Journey (blog)
Original item by Hélène
Thanks Stephen, Russell and Grace. It’s the first of 30 poems I wrote one-a-day in April in an online poetry group. I’ll be posting them all on Writeoutloud once I finish editing them. You may have guessed this one was partly inspired by the Rolling Stones song.
Comment is about Under cover of the night (blog)
Original item by Tim Ellis
Why am I only seeing this through the comments section - it makes me think that I am missing out on a lot of work being published here! Wow, what a powerful piece! I sense cathartic release in this. It’s a wonderful release of emotion. Thankyou so much for waking me up !
Comment is about I Hate You. (blog)
Original item by Samantha Bunyan
Thank you for liking and taking the time to comment on this. I imagine many, if not all of us have a face for different occasions - or perhaps it’s just me!😉
Comment is about The Three Faces of Me. (blog)
Original item by Clare
This poem doesn't hold it's invective back! I like it!
Comment is about I Hate You. (blog)
Original item by Samantha Bunyan
A good poem MC., as politicians along with the media do their best to manipulate us. Sadly many are taken in by them. One has to remain clear headed and well informed from reliable sources to form one's own opinion and perspective of life.
Thank you for this,
Keith
Comment is about MANIPULATION (blog)
Original item by M.C. Newberry
wow... im at a loss for words...
Comment is about I Hate You. (blog)
Original item by Samantha Bunyan
A lovely, generous spirited, wise poem. Beautiful, Helene.
One last thing. Actually All Roads Lead to Malton. (it's the title of my book!) 😂
Comment is about A Soul's Journey (blog)
Original item by Hélène
IThanks Uilleam, Keith and Helene. I am fascianated by your responses and to learn that my methods are so similar to your own. I shouldn't be surprised! The best lines come unannounced, in all honesty. I ruin poetry when I try to direct, clarify or over explain.
It's poetry that something hidden from us chose! 😂 Ps I write on my cell phone Helene as the muse dictates! Thanks too for the likes!
Comment is about Early Morning Quietude (blog)
Original item by John Botterill
Thank you so much Manish, Kevin (yes we are!) Uilleam (if i called my wife a doll, she'd probably machine gun me lol) Russell ( I've been punching for 30yrs 😆)And our constant source of encouragement, Stephen. Much appreciated
And thanks for the Likes Clare, K. Lynn & Helene 🌈
Comment is about Precious Stone (blog)
Original item by Stephen W Atkinson
Do not confuse "empathy" with "emotionally illiterate". Donne reminds us about sending to know for whom the bell tolls
("It tolls for thee"). We are surrounded every day by the
dying - the process is an unavoidable fact of life - and the
passing from this world is supposed to be to a better existence
beyond our ken, so perhaps it should actually be celebrated
when it comes. I take the position that "the mourning" is for
those left behind, each "passing" allotted that attention according to circumstances. The dead have no such interest.
In any event, any life and its meaning is best known to those
familiar with it along the way. I have no particular objection
to anyone choosing to make a "ceremony" of the circumstances
described here but think it's more about making a gesture
than anything - but to whose benefit? One striking example
of this can be a war hero whose life and deeds would
othewise be unknown. There have been some noteworthy
examples that I'm aware of when publicity incurred public
interest and attendance in appreciation of what was done
by that person on behalf of us all.
Comment is about Poet provides poem at first 'Lonely Funeral' in Scotland (article)
Original item by Greg Freeman
Excellent, touching, honest poem.
Comment is about The Three Faces of Me. (blog)
Original item by Clare
A wonderful exposition of the poetic muse stretching her/his arms in the early morn to wake the words in the poet's mind. I have a cell phone that I use to compose poetry in the middle of the dark night (often 3am-ish; hubbie will stir & ask, what are you doing?; writing a poem I confess to him). Then at rising, sitting in comfy chair with coffee & oatmeal, the muse often speaks as I hold pen and journal. Great fun, great therapy. Thanks John for this delightful poem for comrades in poetry!
Comment is about Early Morning Quietude (blog)
Original item by John Botterill
Celebrate and enjoy King Charles 111 big day😀
Comment is about God bless King Charles 111 (blog)
Original item by hugh
I knew nothing about that old chap down the road who had died alone; whether or not he (or any one else) is dead does not prevent my feelings of empathy with/for that person.
I feel we are fast becoming an emotionally illiterate society.
Empathy for others is not a weakness, it is a strength which binds society together.
Comment is about Poet provides poem at first 'Lonely Funeral' in Scotland (article)
Original item by Greg Freeman
John,
you describe well my thoughts at the very beginning of a day. I now go to bed with a note pad. For some inexplicable reason my mind is very active at the point of waking. Your poem is one I can easily relate to.
Thank you for this,
Keith
Comment is about Early Morning Quietude (blog)
Original item by John Botterill
Crikey John.
You've just described my personal experience to a to a T.
Head racing like a train at many a "False Dawn".
Eventually rising and getting to my PC; then asking myself: "now what was that potentially world-famous line I thought of three hours ago? 😐
Comment is about Early Morning Quietude (blog)
Original item by John Botterill
How did the poem describe the man's life when the poet knew nothing about him?
Comment is about Poet provides poem at first 'Lonely Funeral' in Scotland (article)
Original item by Greg Freeman
Thrillingly described and written, Tim. I really enjoyed this one.
Comment is about Under cover of the night (blog)
Original item by Tim Ellis
Uilleam Ó Ceallaigh
Sat 6th May 2023 23:32
From the German Berliner Zeitung about the Coronation protests.
https://www.berliner-zeitung.de/news/festnahmen-das-ist-etwas-das-wir-in-moskau-erwarten-wuerden-nicht-in-london-li.345684
Demonstranten in London: „Das ist etwas, das wir in Moskau erwarten würden“.
Demonstration in London: "This is what we'd expect in Moscow".
Fascist Mr. Plods just following orders!
Welcome to Tory Bastard Britain.
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