I find myself reading your daily sonnets with pleasure. I agree with the Warhol comment on the Apprentice. Most of them end up on tv, clinging by the teeth to that weird pretty hand of fame. Also, I think this is the first time I've seen Bros referenced in a poem...

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Hi Carol, you have described wonderfully the joy of what can be a messy business, I know i was there, but wouldn't swap places! Thanks for sharing, best wishes Jeff

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Original item by Carol Falaki

Hi Alison, what a beautiful tribute to your friend, thanks for sharing Jeff

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Original item by Alison Mary Dunn

Hi, my name is Melissa, and I'm a TVaholic. If TV were to die tomorrow, then hours would be sent in writing, but with TV still bringing my favorite shows to me, time is lost to them.

Love your stuff. :)

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All the Photographs are by Gemma O'Neill except the ones of her. The top one of Gemma is by Paul Blackburn and the bottom one by Kate Hartree.

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Photos by John Togher

Comment is about Mary Hampton is a "Wonderful arty type" at the Tudor House, Wigan May 2008 (photo)

Hello, Antonio

It sounds like a problem with the cable for Internet connection. That also occurs here as well. At times, it takes longer then one day.
I guess for the time being you still were able to compose new write in spite of the temporary blurred vision. You made a point in your poetry… Twist about technology in general. It shows that the gadgets are prone to failure.

Thank you,
Zuzanna

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Suicide is a shock to everyone left behind and those of us left can't help but feel responsible for not doing more. Nicely written tribute by one who was left, I feel it.

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Original item by Alison Mary Dunn

It's a tricky argument. The illegal trade is extremely dangers for the protitutes and their clients. The girls (and men) that work in places where it is legalised and controlled often report they enjoy their work. Can an outsider to the world really judge? I can't.

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Original item by Tomás Ó Cárthaigh

I'd love to hear the music that flows with your song. Grab a mic and get it recorded!

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Thankyou all for your comments and a message to you Darren the word is like you say Convoluted and I will be editing it soon and no offence taken.

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Original item by Daniel Hooks

Let love live and breathe, forever and a day.
'Always.'

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Hi Melissa, this is beautiful, having been through my fair share I can truly identify with your sentiments.

Thanks for sharing it and your lovely comments about my work, very much appreciated, hope to have something else out soon, Jeff

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Dear Melissa

Beautiful song - There is no need for hurting another. Love, compassion, and respect I can see as the key link in any relationship. If recorded it will be an excellent song!

You are very romantic and it is shows in your written word.
FABULOUS JOB!!

Thank you,
Zuzanna

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Comment is about Linda Morgan at The Old Boar's Head, Middleton April 2008 (photo)

Hi, Ally. Glad to be back. I've been busy writing a few things.

I love your poetry and look forward to reading more work from you. :)

-Melissa

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Original item by Alison Mary Dunn

Yay Melissa! Your back. This poem is inspiring and makes me want to dream, to seek, to create.

thank you

Ally x

Comment is about Life to Dream, Life to Survive (blog)

Hello again, your profile mentions that you paint.
Is the picture entered one of your own?
It truly captures a soul, entering the light with help from the angels of the night.

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Original item by Alison Mary Dunn

Prostitutes forsake their own dignity.
Some feel they have no choice. Others haven't known any other kind of life.
I could go on but it's not for me to judge.

Janet.

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Original item by Tomás Ó Cárthaigh

thank you for your comment, yes its a hard road sometimes in our search for happiness

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Original item by Tomás Ó Cárthaigh

The Argentine War was a waste of young mens and womens lives...

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Original item by Tracey Currall

You write well on complex topics...

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Original item by Cathy Crabb

Great to see a rhyming poet...

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Original item by Carolina de la Cruz

Love the coconut poem

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Original item by Anwen Lewis

Ian Paisley would turn purpler than he is if he read this!!!

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Original item by Catherine Smith

Ah, Bubo!!! Great to see you here, saw you on WritersCafe.

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Original item by Bubo

Does he take paypal? I've published online my poety at http://www.lulu.com/cartyweb and achieved moderate sales....

All extra info helps...

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Where would we be without our trusty thumbs? Stranded on hard shoulders for one - i enjoyed this one. Thumb for thought.

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Yes, very deep. I particularly enjoyed the first line but struggled with the word, 'convulted' is my dictionary in need of updating or should I read it as 'convoluted'. This is a genuine question and by no means a criticism! So please don't take offence Daniel.

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Original item by Daniel Hooks

Hi Melissa - you have a particular style to much of your poetry which I enjoy. On this occasion you have began by asking questions and attempted to answer some. I would be tempted to seperate the line where you repeat the line 'No life is lived easy' into a seperate stanza, giving the appearance that there is a reflective thought between one notion and the next. Does that make sense? You have a talent with words, that's for sure.

Comment is about Life to Dream, Life to Survive (blog)

On one level it appears that 'drugs' are the insipration for words and creativity and on another level it could be that perhaps the 'words' are the tools with which you empower yourself. I like it. Although to be frank, I seem to enjoy much of what you write. It's all very enjoyable because it's not one dimensional. Fan - tas - ic.

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Original item by Alison Mary Dunn

While this piece has a rhyming scheme it does not 'sound' blatant, in the fact that the contents, or the subject, is so intimate that it dilutes the rhyme. This is a very touching piece and one that stands out for its frankness and the author's ability to verbalize such thoughts.
Well done.

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Original item by Alison Mary Dunn

Such beautiful words, thank you Janet x

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Original item by Alison Mary Dunn

Time heals even the greatest of loss.
The bond of love grows stronger.
I'm only ever a thought away.
In you, i live for longer.

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Original item by Alison Mary Dunn

Thanks Jeff, on sale now! I'll email you the advert.
Really enjoyed all your poems - love the simplicity of 'I know you're there' - made me laugh. See you in July.....! (I'll be the one appologising to her parents after the show).

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Original item by Jeffarama!

You touched my heart and made me cry, bringing a lump to my throat. so now i want to run and hide so no-one else will see.

It's lovely Alison, Janet.

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Original item by Alison Mary Dunn

This made me feel a little melancholy, but i'm tired and need some sleep.
Maybe tomorrow it will look different, then i can say, long live life!
Thankyou,Janet.

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Bravo!!

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Original item by Daniel Hooks

This reminds me of when i bang my funny bone.
Funny for others but not me.
Aw, i'm sorry. Couldn't resist.
Great stuff, Janet.

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Savour the sunshine and seize the day!
That's the most positive thing i've heard in weeks. Like music to my ears. Brilliant.

"Sympathize." Hmm! Not really what i had in mind but thanks for the thought.
I may only be a 5' nothing size 8, but the years have made me strong enough to cope with almost anything. But yes, i do have rather a sweet tooth, creating temptation and weakness. Ah well.

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Hi Daniel, deep and dark, how I like it! cheers Jeff

Comment is about beyond good and evil (blog)

Original item by Daniel Hooks

Hi Antonio, bet you couldn't recite this after about 10 pints!!

Very clever I like it, have you got more than one S on your keyboard? Cheers Jeff

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Hi Melissa, thanks for your comment about my last poem, I've just read yours and its deep and meaningful - just up my street!

I also took the opportunity at looking at a couple of other, great stuff and will look for more, thanks Jeff

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Ally,

I am a fan of your poetry as well, and I love the haunting touch of each word, poetic and beautiful. I especially love the first paragraph that pulled me in and kept me flowing word over word.

Melissa

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Original item by Alison Mary Dunn

Phil, very touching, heart breaking stuff that most of us can relate to, I really felt it, thanks Jeff

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Original item by Phil Golding

A heart rending piece which tore at my soul.
The emotions welled up like a volcano, spilling tears which made my eyes sting.
Very powerful piece, so full of sadness and regret for what was lost.
Thankyou for sharing, Janet.

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Original item by Phil Golding

This is perfectly acceptable behaviour for Wiganers, what's all the fuss about?!
Once again, another insight into the mind of a very disturbed but equally amusing mind.

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Original item by Mia Darlone

Melissa, I hope you will 'return again' to leave expressions of your wonderful mind. I'm a fan of your poetry and always look to see more.

take care

Ally

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Hi Mia, sounds outrageous! Ha! when do the tickets go on sale!?! cheers Jeff

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Original item by Mia Darlone

Hi Pete, you've highlighted what must be a frightening job and its a sad side of society, hence my mention of the police force doing their best in my last poem, 'There has to be hope' cheers Jeffarama!

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