The symbol of dementia (appropriately) too, Tom.
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Wonderful tribute, Aisha.
Comment is about To My Wonderful Son On Your Birthday (blog)
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Yes, that is a fascinating fact and well-expressed in the poem.
Comment is about Fiona Larkin wins National Poetry Competition (article)
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It seems everything has a 'voice' these days Patrick! We're lucky WOL has loads of voices!
Comment is about For Patrick Bocarde (blog)
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Claire look at the flowers!! I'm not the only one who thinks this is an exceptional, tender piece. Well done you.
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Thank you, Stephen.
"...up top says who lives or dies".
Meanwhile, I live in the UK, the home of the "Mother of Parliaments", that bastion of "Western Democracy", whose government is led by a so-called human rights lawyer, who, like the leader of the UK armed forces, runs away from journalists, and refuses to condemn ethnic cleansing and genocide............VE day? Yer 'avin' a larff!
Comment is about Tube Shelter (blog)
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Hi Chris nice to hear from you. Yes, it would be. I start any sets I do with it, its inclusive so tends to get a thumbs up..not sure what to do re spoken word album. At that crossroads, yet again, which road to take....hope your doing food.
Comment is about These places (blog)
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Thank you Graham. I am humbled by your feedback. ☺️
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Rolph,
It means a lot to me to be able to convey this thought to you with impact. I appreciate your insightful comments.
Marla
Comment is about A Mother's Life (blog)
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Thanks for likes: AirlogRigsMaria, hugh, Red Brick Keshner, Rolph, John C & Holden. 👍
Comment is about Forget-Me-Not (blog)
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Wed 30th Apr 2025 13:09
hi phil
I imagine this as the intro to your spoken word album
Comment is about These places (blog)
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Thanks for the Likes, Tom, Aisha, Redbrick and Larisa.
Comment is about BARNSLEY HONKY TONK WOMEN (blog)
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Thank you, Graham. It is important to keep saying this and reminding people of it - it's not a real estate deal!
I was moved to write this poem after coming across this Henry Moore drawing of a London tube station during WW2. It is a very moving and revealing piece of art.
And thanks to everyone who liked this poem.
Comment is about Tube Shelter (blog)
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Thanks to Stephen and Graham for reading and your comments.
Always appreciated.
David RL Moore
Comment is about Peace talks (blog)
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Dear Marla,
I just read your poem "A Mother's Life," and I wanted to take a moment to thank you for its quiet power. In just a few lines, you've captured something profound—the enduring impact of a mother’s presence, choices, and legacy. The metaphor of ripples reaching the sea is beautifully chosen; it speaks to how even small moments of love, struggle, or influence can extend far beyond what we can see.
Your poem reminded me that motherhood is both a responsibility and a force—one that can shape lives across generations. Whether intentional or not, you've created something that invites reflection, compassion, and perhaps even healing.
Thank you for sharing it.
Regards,
Rolph
Comment is about A Mother's Life (blog)
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The world needs to rise up against tyranny and the illegal annexing of land belonging to other countries. Right is right and wrong is wrong. It is not a bargaining issue!
Comment is about Tube Shelter (blog)
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A really good read, Martin. Nice rhythm and atmosphere. We have all been there, or like to think we have.
Comment is about Call me soon (blog)
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Well done, Graham. Not sure that I would have the nerve to stand up and do this. Fine poem that you chose, too.
Comment is about It's never too late! Graham Sherwood makes live poetry debut (article)
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I saw it with Paula Wilcox once, John. A few weeks later I saw Tom Conti on stage and someone yelled out 'Costas!' as he came on.
'No, I'm waiting till they write the play!'
Comment is about SHIRLEY VALENTINE (blog)
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Jaw jaw and War war. Ever the way!!
Comment is about Peace talks (blog)
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A fine poem, David. You go to places I would never dare enter.
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Julian Jordon
Tue 29th Apr 2025 02:10
Congratulations, Graham. You broke your open-mic duck, with a lovely poem.
Comment is about It's never too late! Graham Sherwood makes live poetry debut (article)
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I have a few ideas for something on canvas. Might be a bit before I get to work on it, though...
Thanks for looking in, David.
And, thanks to all for reading.
Comment is about mathematics of curved space (blog)
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Thank you for your generosity of comment John.
David RL Moore
For someone gone
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9yooWbwrTA&list=RD3Pvi4uKuawk&index=30
Comment is about Peace talks (blog)
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Don't say even a word!
When they are sad.
Your words don't fly, they aren't birds.
Don't say a word when you are glad.
The birds can sing without the words.
Don't say even a word!!
When they don't care.
They don't see the tears and your cries.
They don't care if you say it's not so fair
If you tell them the truth or some lies.
Don't say even a word!
When they don't think.
It's not your problem at all.
You'd better drink the juice!
Or go to an interesting ball.
Don't say even a word!
When they shout!
They only need a sacrifice.
They are not sure; they doubt.
You can hear only their cries.
Don't say even a word!
When their tongue is poisoned.
Your aims are not so clear.
You have many questions, thousands.
They are afraid of the dear.
Don't say even a word!
When the war is with evil.
You have to wish the piece.
You have to fight with only the devil.
And love is only one thing you release.
Comment is about Don't say even a word! (blog)
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Fabulous David. The simplicity and innocence of the rhyming structure only serves to enhance the hypocrisy of the content. A force majeure.
Comment is about Peace talks (blog)
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A fantastic yarn, Kevin.. Enjoyed it as always.
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An update on the like front, thanks..
David RL Moore
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I'd like to see that image on canvas.
David
Comment is about mathematics of curved space (blog)
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The incense can be quite intense…. leaving one incensed after just a whiff! Thanks @Uilleam 🌷🕊🙏🏻
Comment is about hymn of the exiles (blog)
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Thank you, Marla. I got it from a friend, by the way.
Comment is about She is A Kind of Art (blog)
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Thanks John.
A beautiful coast around Holy Island, and the north-east, one which inspires.
Comment is about Pebbles from my skull (blog)
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It's always a comfort to read your work, Hélène.💐
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Incense hides the stench of their corruption.
Comment is about hymn of the exiles (blog)
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Me too.
I'm celebrating Groundhog Day!
Comment is about The Poem Of Life (blog)
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Thanks to the following:
Red Brick Keshner
Naomi
Helene
Tom Doolan
Uilleam Ó Ceallaigh
Holden Moncrieff
Comment is about I Noticed from A Distance (blog)
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Uilleam Ó Ceallaigh indeed! Thanks for the like.❤
Comment is about I Noticed from A Distance (blog)
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My first words to my wife each morning are ‘well done’ we’ve made it through the night (PP. Arnold….. JC)
Comment is about The Poem Of Life (blog)
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The start of all great blues songs - “Woke up this mornin’”
Comment is about The Poem Of Life (blog)
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Yanma,
I love the poem, and who did the illustration? It is very nice!
Marla
Comment is about She is A Kind of Art (blog)
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Thanks for your kind comment Yanma,
Kneecap have done a lot of good work for people on both sides of the religious "divide" on the island of Ireland.
They they fought for, and succesfully applied for a sum of money from the UK government, donating the proceeds to good causes on both sides of the politico/religious "divide". For that, they are resented by some politicians, who have a vested interest in fostering division.
Comment is about Haiku for 2025 [N. 12 KNEECAP] (blog)
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Thankyou Reggie and Uilleam for the comments and to those who have sent likes.
I do enjoy Betjeman Reggie, many people dislike his rhyme and his sentimentalism. I could listen to his readings and some of the BBC recordings he made over and over, and have.
Like many things from bygone era's poerty can be seen as a yearning for times past and as such be associated with practices completely unassociated with their meaning. It is unfortunate that such attitudes can diminish the readership of some valued work.
This poem is somewhat different in tone from Betjeman's lyrical observations.
Thanks again,
David RL Moore
Comment is about Peace talks (blog)
Original item by David RL Moore
Thank you for sharing that memory Uilleam. It really brings that sense of passing time and the subtle wonders we often take for granted to life.
Comment is about STREETLAMP DREAMS (blog)
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Stephen, I agree. There's a unique magic to that transition.
I find the contrast between the stillness of darkness and the stirring of the city so powerful.
Thank you!
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Thank you Tom🙂
I'm glad that viewpoint came through.
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Uilleam Ó Ceallaigh
Thu 1st May 2025 09:10
It makes me smile how some of us complain about being woken by the dawn chorus, which I love. I'm just grateful I don't live near an airport!😊
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