The challenge is
seek and find
magical glow felt
intense love found.
Comment is about Challenge (blog)
Original item by Aviva Rifka Bhandari
Philipos
Fri 16th Apr 2021 00:19
Philipos
Thu 15th Apr 2021 21:04
Embattlements, thank you kindly for your comments Stephen.
I wonder what surprises world politics has yet to come up with?
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Comment is about Stephen Gospage (poet profile)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
Thu 15th Apr 2021 20:18
Cain't swim
but I can Float!
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Comment is about M.C. Newberry (poet profile)
Original item by M.C. Newberry
A lovely tribute, Mike.
Comment is about The Other Victims / 2 People (blog)
Original item by Mike Bartram
Thanks for this, Mike, on this day.
Comment is about The Other Victims / 2 People (blog)
Original item by Mike Bartram
Sense - and sensibility...so to speak!
Comment is about Virtue (blog)
Original item by Stuart Vanner
As a man who enjoys pitting personal knowledge of horse racing
against the bookies' own expertise, i enjoyed this venture into the
vicissitudes of "gambling", albeit that the latter word is not one I
would apply to my own choice of pastime - essentially because
it (to me) indicates a devil may care approach, devoid of applying
information to a BET. A spin of the wheel is more like gambling as far as I'm concerned. In betting, you may come out ahead - or
not - when using "the appliance of science" (so to speak), but,
you will have also been paying for the pleasure of being involved -
just as you would for any other chosen entertainment. It's a
case of how much you're willing to spend for that pleasure and
this should always be regarded as "disposable income". I have
no time for so-called addicts who lack sense and self-discipline in
the outlay involved. That is the way to "hell", for themselves, But,
all too often, for others who suffer from their behaviour..
Comment is about Gambler (blog)
Original item by David Cooke
The reality is with us still. It remains a human trait to be drawn to
those who have much in common with ourselves, to a greater or
lesser extent, usually as a means of comforting continuance of a
way of life and thought. "Tribal" might have once been used as a
definition and that too still exists in modified form. Then there is
that strange occurrence "instinctive dislike" that can be felt when
meeting another person; almost impossible to explain in rational
terms yet powerful in effect and which we accept until persuaded
to think otherwise for whatever reason. - if at all! There is, of
course, that other reality: the prejudice we carry within us that
expects others to think, view and deal with us in a certain way -allowing us the excuse to think "I knew it!" when anything is said
or done (In any manner of ways) that reinforces that expectation.
There can be justified reasons for this expectation to exist but it
can become an obsession amounting to a degree fo paranoia
that needs close personal supervision and control if it is not to
dominate the quality of life and become self-destructive. We can
occasionally be our own worst enemies and play into the hands
of those who denigrate, despise or detest us. But why let the
bullies win when we can smile benignly and bat aside their boorish
behaviour? Take as you find has been my maxim in adult life
and it is as good a way as any for getting by without stress overload.
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Comment is about Forced to Like (blog)
Original item by keith jeffries
Interesting for its "take" on the varying levels of human sexuality and
how to cope with their unexpected results..
Comment is about Asexual (blog)
Original item by Mikey V Kinsey
Aha - so you're one of those "float people" we hear about!
Comment is about Black Dot (blog)
Original item by d.knape
I'm certainly prepared to believe in the "recycle" aspect of life when
it comes to the continuance of the spirit. In terms of physicality -
we're all food for worms who in turn are food for...(etc.). Whilst
adhering to so-called Christian principles, I am less persuaded by
religious texts and find some sort of intriguing challenge posed by the
saying:
"Religion is an advertising campaign for a product that doesn't
exist."
Comment is about LIFES END (blog)
Original item by J.D. Bardo
I like this poem for its simplicity and especially the last line.
Thank you for this
Keith
Comment is about I make a city for you (blog)
Original item by Sanja Atanasovska
It is a hard read, but the raw poetic honesty of it is beautiful and heartbreaking. It's a difficult subject to write about. I stared that particular demon down when I was much younger than I am now, and in the moment when I came close, I stopped and realised two things, first, that most people are much kinder than you think if you give them the chance to be, and second that life is too precious to give away and too mysterious to truly understand, and I'm not saying there haven't been hard times since, but I will say this, looking back, I definitely made the right choice.
J. x
Comment is about Gone (blog)
Original item by Your Royal Poetess
Thank you Ghazala for taking time to comment ?
Thanks also to everyone who has clicked 'Like' for this poem ?
Comment is about Fission (blog)
Original item by Aviva Rifka Bhandari
Thank you Nigel for your like and comment ?
And, yes, we definitely get more than one life in this game of love.
We don't have to fear the death of love, another love will come to life.
Comment is about Cupidity (blog)
Original item by Aviva Rifka Bhandari
Arrow is fired
direct heartache hit
picking yourself up
game starts again.
Comment is about Cupidity (blog)
Original item by Aviva Rifka Bhandari
A poem which many will have often thought about and pondered on, the possibility of an after life. I was particularly drawn to the line "But my mind only seems to be in its prime", which afflicts us all as we advance in years.
A good poem indeed and thank you for it
Keith
Comment is about LIFES END (blog)
Original item by J.D. Bardo
I think that people can easily be coerced into disliking each other, but to like or love someone comes from within and thats why it's special.
I felt your pain in this poem Keith. Have you ever heard a song called tithe light' by The Proclaimers? Its a fantastic sentiment that echoes elements of this work i think, though it approaches the subject from a more snarling perspective.
Love this mate, I'm sorry if you feel alienated and although I myself am an atheist, I do understand that the kingdom of heaven wouldn't exclude good people. It says clearly that the big man is ALL LOVING so, his forgiveness and understanding is beyond the comprehension of any mortal and we aren't fit to judge him or each other.
Peace ?
Comment is about Forced to Like (blog)
Original item by keith jeffries
Be careful not to get a silly un
A Duck’s Arse or, worse still, Brazilian. https://www.writeoutloud.net/public/blogentry.php?blogentryid=113371
Comment is about Covid Hair (blog)
Original item by David Lindsay
Although I do not agree with every word I generally sympathise with you about air travel. As I am over six feet tall I feel almost bound and chained in these metal tubes, all breathing regurgitated air and permanently trying to adjust one's position for something more comfortable. I enjoy public transport such as a bus or train or even a ship, where someone steers the thing and I can sit with a book or simply stare out of the window, not to mention easy access to the toilet when needed.
Thank you for this
Keith
Comment is about What I Hate About Airplanes (blog)
Original item by d.knape
Aviva,
Thank you for this comment. Religions have become institutions which have double standards and in the case of the Church indulge in hypocrisy. In fact they promote prejudice.
Keith
Comment is about Forced to Like (blog)
Original item by keith jeffries
And the footprint..
How strange that a journey which only touches the ground at start and finish leaves a bigger footprint than the passengers would have done by other methods!
Comment is about What I Hate About Airplanes (blog)
Original item by d.knape
Obviously not everyone will agree, but from my perspective:
Religions teach people not to think for themselves.
They are the ones truly living closeted lives.
Comment is about Forced to Like (blog)
Original item by keith jeffries
Sides of the river that meet in a delta flowing into the sea finally....liked the poem?
Comment is about This distance (blog)
Original item by Sanja Atanasovska
Heartbreaking sad n true! Well expressed.?
Comment is about Fission (blog)
Original item by Aviva Rifka Bhandari
Thank you Holden for the Like ?
Comment is about Cupidity (blog)
Original item by Aviva Rifka Bhandari
Baby Grace says thanks for your like Aviva.
Comment is about Unwrapping Easter (blog)
Original item by Nigel Astell
Thanks everyone for your likes.
Comment is about We Stay Strong (blog)
Original item by Nigel Astell
Thanks everyone who liked
Philip
Lisa C
Ruth
and
Aviva.
Comment is about Halfway There (blog)
Original item by Nigel Astell
Thanks Aviva.
Comment is about War is Declared - - -with defeat in mind (blog)
Original item by Nigel Astell
Thanks for your like Aviva.
Comment is about We Will All Get There in the End (blog)
Original item by Nigel Astell
Thanks for all your likes
Cynthia
jennifer
Stephen
and
Aviva.
Comment is about Pushing Boundaries (blog)
Original item by Nigel Astell
Random observation
changeable interpretation
poetic mix
extraordinary acceptable.
Comment is about April 2021 Collage Poem: From the Shadows (blog)
Original item by Stockport WoL
A sense of peace with yourself.
Comment is about Peaceful Morning (blog)
Original item by julie callaghan
Thank you for your kind comments, Greg, and many thanks to everyone for the likes.
I have always been fascinated by people who were the first to do something, not because of the competitive element but simply because of the 'special insight' which comes from their unique experience.
Comment is about The first man in space (blog)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
I have some idea of this predicament. After about a year of tests and a couple of MRI's, I was pretty sure I had either MS or early onset dementia. As it happens, the final diagnosis was FND (Functional Neurological Disorder) and significant white matter brain disease. So I get where you're coming from with a, "Wandering mind." I've now been retired on grounds of ill health. Staying positive and strong is a challenge, but it’s a challenge I accept. It's worth it, you know? Especially if your writing's anything to go by, this is really good.
J. x
Comment is about (R)APIDLY (R)ECLINING (M)ENTAL (S)TATE ? (blog)
Original item by Your Royal Poetess
Thanks Jennifer, it was quite moving to write to be honest, I'd be lying if I said I didn't shed a few quiet tears.
J. x
Comment is about Goodbye Old Friend (blog)
Original item by Jason Bayliss
Words of advice with great wisdom.
Thank you for this
Keith
Comment is about Virtue (blog)
Original item by Stuart Vanner
Tue 13th Apr 2021 13:11
Philipos
Tue 13th Apr 2021 11:22
Quite an unusual 'draw you in' read, this.
Enjoyed the mysterious air of it.
P ?
Comment is about Life in the dark (blog)
Original item by Sanja Atanasovska
Welcome ??? I hope you're fine
Comment is about (R)APIDLY (R)ECLINING (M)ENTAL (S)TATE ? (blog)
Original item by Your Royal Poetess
A poem of spiritual elation. Well done.?
Comment is about Heavenly gifts (blog)
Original item by Ghazala lari
Thank you, Tom, Stephen, Ghazala, Aviva, and Holden for your likes.
Comment is about Tanglewood (blog)
Original item by Brian Hodgkinson Jr.
Thank you for your comment Stephen ?
It turned out there would be many more words after all,
but at the time...
Thanks also to everyone who has clicked 'Like' for this poem ?
Comment is about There Are No Longer Words (blog)
Original item by Aviva Rifka Bhandari
Aviva Rifka Bhandari
Fri 16th Apr 2021 03:53
Thanks for your comment Nigel ?
Thanks also to all those who have clicked 'Like' for this poem ?
Comment is about Challenge (blog)
Original item by Aviva Rifka Bhandari