Tommy - you're on the money with the comment in Stalingrad, the resourcefulness and desperation of the rape victim is supposed to be evoked in the close of this poem. I have not mentioned whether the soldiers perpetrating this particular crime to be of any nationality.

War does things to people that takes away humanity from some people yet strengthens the spirit of humanity in others.

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Regarding 'In Stalingrad' got it second time, tommy after speaking to a friend who knows the history off this much better than me!

love it now!

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Hi Andy,

Thanks for your comment although i wasn't sure what you meant by 'agreeing' or not? What with in particular? My eye caught something about mary bell somewhere on the internet so i decided to have a look-see at her story,what i have written is just based on the basic points of the news reports. I am intrigued by murder and what makes people do these sorts of things, find it really interesting lol x

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Hi Ann,

I had hoped the nursery rhyme type thing worked! Thanks for your comments. I kind of do believe in evil as an 'living' entity but i think it's a sketchy area, particularly in a child so young. Does make me want to know more though. Look forward to seeing yours soon x

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Good evening to you Lynn.Lovely as always to hear from you,with your kind words.Now then,wheres the next romantic sequel from you? there again,good things are always worth waiting for eh.Keep well dear Lady.My best wishes to you.Stefan-x

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Hi Lynn, thanks for commenting on 'War Losses', much appreciated. Oh and welcome to the site too! :)
Best wishes
Dave

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Not up to much, other than trying to keep kids occupied - at least we have some fine weather - that makes a nice change! May go to poetry pillow - could do with a night out and Max's set should be good. Maybe see you there. x

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Hi Isobel;

I was too tired to go to W.O.L. Sale on Tuesday.. One of those days in work! I am gonna make a effort for W.O.L. Stockport next Monday however and if I stay sober on Friday after work maybe Poetry Pillow! What are you up 2? x

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Good morning Lynn-very pleased that you are enjoying all the brilliant poems being blogged.I,m very grateful for your comments.Keep your romantic sequels coming! my best regards-Stefan-x

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Ta for your thoughts on Brown Study. It reminds me now of Jane Austen TV adaptations. Mr Darcy!

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Thanks Lynn for commenting on Gone. x

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Err.. regarding 'Just a note' - yeah, I suffer from Dyspraxia which does make sure nonsense does appear from me every now and then! Ooops! lol x

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Please, tell me your opinion about my audio poems. With warmest wishes, Laura

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My dear Lynn! This is my first experience in posting the poem reading it myself. You know what? I've decided to send the rest of my poems with audio. Would you like to listen? With love, Laura

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Hi Anthony, yes, I'm enjoying WOL very much, thanks. I'm glad you liked "I thought of you". Racy? ha ha, well just a bit...!
Regards, Lynn

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Hello Ann. Glad you liked Brown Study. I should imagine there's too many people on WOL for a similar exercise to be successful.I'm not in touch with that poet any more. Her name is Suzanne and she lives in Finland. Not much help really is it!

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Hi Lyn,

Thanks for taking the time to read "Visiting Neil" and Neil's story. I realise that it can never be writing that you can say you "enjoy" reading - that's not the right word. But, if it moved you in some way, then that was entirely my intention. I hope you are enjoying your introduction to WOL - there's certainly plenty to read - and people to meet.

p.s. Your "I Thought of You" is a little bit racy I think? Liked it though!

Regards,
A.E.

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Andy Hi,
just wanted to thank you for commenting agin, though it was a little confusing at first, i got there in the end!! ;-)

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Hi Andy, thank you so much for your kind comments on "I thought of you". I'm glad you enjoyed it, and am considering your advice.
Just been reading your samples and can honestly say I love them all, especially "Perfect Place"
Cheers x

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Hi again, Anthony. Just been reading the story of Neil Moss, and I found your poem beautiful. Moved me to tears. Thanks.

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Good evening Lynn-thank you very much indeed for comments on 'building-etc' and 'call for awareness'very pleased that you liked them-hope that you are enjoying the wonderful poetry on the blogs today.thanks a lot-Stefan-x

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Hi Ann, thanks for commenting upon my sub-aqua fairy tale :) Glad you enjoyed it - best wishes, Dave

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Thanks for your comment on my latest Ann - I've stuck an explanation on the poem. x

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Thanks for your very generous comment Cynthia. I often wish I could 'think' a little more fluently. I've posted a little explanation on the poem. May see you at Sale tonight. x

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Can't get poor Neil out of my head. I went pot holing once. The most horrible experience! I think I may have heard a radio 4 programme about this incident (Neil) a couple of years ago. So haunting! And tragic too. And the audio is splendid. My favourite poem for a long time.

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Just logged in to thank you for your lovely comment on Grains. I was thinking that the last bit needed a bit of work! I loved your white cat hunting poem by the way! And enjoyed Death of a Leader. "You twisted love into hooks , truth into lures ,
To capture souls more generous than yours." is a great line. Look forward to more poems from you!

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Hi Isobel - 'Chin-Chin' (Panda's Box) is on my profile page if you need it. I'm sure it's far too cerebral for the average drunken bum and my Latin isn't what it once was - Toodli Bye Byeum.

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Hi A.E. LOL, Re Coming home without you. Actually this is about a different kind of love. It was the scenario that greeted me last time I dropped off my daughter and returned home to an empty house. I will go and do the washing up now... Win x

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Girl in black cape - yes, that was the idea!

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So pleased you've put your work on here Carole.
Cx

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Hi Anthony - many thanks for letting me include "Visiting Neil" on my website - it's a mightily impressive & moving poem. you can see it here if you wish
http://www.poemsetfree.com/index.php?page=favourite-poems-by-other-authors You might like Anne Foxglove's Coromandel above yours; another one of my very favourites. Thanks again. B

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"..and as your toes you flex,
sense there once stood as you,
tyrannosaurus rex!"

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Hi Dave - and thanks for helpful comments (Grains). I promise that one day (when I maybe break my leg or am confined to home due to a slipped disc or something) that I WILL go back and sort out all my poems! I know I am usesless in this respect - but it's only cos I am new to this lark! Anyway, thank you and maybe I will redo! Lots of love anyway! Ann xx

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sheer luck...as with most everything!

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I did indeed, you have some very interesting work there - there's one of cherry blossom against a blue sky -is that a deliberate homage to Van Gogh or happy co-incidence?
Thanks for your comment on 'Disconnected' too, glad you liked it.
Cx

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Thanks Chris - did you happen to spot the photo of the two old men on the bench with the wet paint sign?

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Gooooood morning the loveliest of all Lynns! thanks for all ongoing commented kindnesses.Have a spiffing Sunday-will catch you later.Stefan.x

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Hi Lee,

And welcome to WOL. I guess the best way to get into the site is to take a look around - especially the blog and discusions - and if you see something that's interesting drop a comment in! You'll soon find everyone is generally friendly and quite helpful if you think you might need some feedback, advice or assistance. Go for it - and have fun.

Regards,
A.E.

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Thanks Anthony for your advice on my "Angel on Horseback". I agreed with you and have made changes. Thanks again. All the Best, Lynn

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cheers Kath re me 'lovey poem-re your 'roady' poem earlier-sad to hear about Dennis Hoppers death.thanks again Kath-Stefan.

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Thankyou eagle eyes. Win ;-)

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Thank you so much Cate for the lovely comments on
'Pandora's Affliction'...
So I have a style now - LOL
I will try and break free on my next one ; )

xxx

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Dave,
Thank you for your lovely comments on my poem 'Pandora's Affliction'... and your wonderful, overall generous appreciation : )

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If you can be bovvered - my son has a version of cubase and can fiddle round with your poem - adding echo at the beginning and end - you would need to send me the audio file...also tell me whether you want single or double echo and where - the double echo is very heavy - you wouldn't want too much of it.

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Hi,

I honestly hadn't picked up that i had used aspiration twice, well. i suppose i knew but didn't, kind of!
Inspiration definately fits better for the last stanza so changes have been made.
Thank you

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Hi Val,

Thanks for visiting "Neil" and your more than generous comments. Sometimes I think truth really is stranger than fiction. I'm glad his story touched you.

Regards,
A.E.

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Hi Greg,

Thanks for visiting "Neil" and your generous comments. I'm glad his story moved you. It's something I've had in my mind since I was a child, and sharing it was, I suppose, a kind of minor therapy.

Regards,
A.E.

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Morning young Hewitt.I,m happy 'Burdened' made you feel sad-er...no I,m not! lol! ta Kath-Stefan.

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Just been to your blogspot to have a look at your work there - great photos! - particularly like the Venice shots.
Cx

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Thanks Dave, glad to have caused enjoyment. Re-read yr old txts gd 4 me still.
Steve Smith

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