Thanks, Russell. I used to find school a drag, but queens? This must be recent!

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A precious poem for your grandson, just lovely, John!🎈🌷

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Cheers, John. It is such a rough time for so many people at the moment, that I felt the need to write something. Pleased that you enjoyed it.

And thanks for the likes Clare, Holden, Rudyard, Stephen and John C.

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MC - there is no question who is the boss in our house; it’s me.
And I have Our Gert’s permission to say so!

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Much obliged for the "likes" - one and all! 👍

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Sure to resonate with anyone who has had a dog in their lives -
and with many who haven't! My sister has owned dogs for most of her adult life and a bearded collie called Sue was one that
inspired me to write some lines for my sister when that much
loved animal passed on in her arms. The tribute began....
At times, alone, I see her face,
I hear her on the stair;
I hold my arms out to embrace my Sue
And she'll be there.
..........................................

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Teaching is essentially a devotion towards enlarging the knowledge of others in every way possible within the gift of
the teacher. Long may that be so..

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Steve and JC - thank you for taking the trouble to comment.
I think men have a tendency to invest women with the qualities
they may feel they lack themselves and need as a counterbalance in life. Powerful men perhaps more so!

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Thanks so much Russell. Lovely comments. 😊

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I think it rather demeans women to argue they have no influence over their men. Surely they are more worthy than being considered gagged subordinates.

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Thanks Graham, i'm pleased you enjoyed this tribute. My mum only having sons did not have much luck with cards sent in former times, but as our wives appealed to us to make good the deficit. We were to have spent Mother's day at one of ours, but had to cancel due to covid!

Yes Mark, what about that. He is scarred but unbeaten I suppose. I believe the royals have in the course of their employment procedures made fairly staggeringly cruel decisions about devoted staff, but can we expect more considering the history of the overruling tribe in its historical context? I wonder how those fees were actually met?

Ray

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I have the same relationship with my 11-year-old grandson, they are precious, whether nestled in the crook of your elbow or on the same sofa eating your biscuits.
lovely sentiments, I enjoyed that.

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This is a poem that seems to have got everyone thinking but I have to agree with the central thrust, why hasn't someone, mother, wife, colleague, anyone really, spoken to Mr Putin and said, 'What the heck are you doing Vlad? People are dying by the thousands. Stop this madness!'
Of course, no one questions a dictator . .

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Each step taken
spirit above takes us
fate is our guide
strong faith never leaves
just gets lost sometimes
in your poetry moonlight
I never do.

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In calm moonlight waters
a sense like no other
is the one you are feeling now.

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As usual, Stephen you have used compassion and empathy to highlight some desperate issues. Powerful poetry, indeed!

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Fabulous, Clare.
Loved " the shadowy pictures
That ricochet
Through the vignettes
Of Time."
Epic poetry!

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Thanks for rhyming couplet rejoinder, Stephen.

Writing at least keeps both my brains cells communicating haha😀
Thanks, too, for the likes John C and Stephen A and Holden.

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Ray, your comment about a mother's support for errant children
was perfectly illustrated by HM The Queen in company with HRH
Prince Andrew at Westminster Abbey.

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What a lovely thought, Julie. It is easy to fixate on the negative. Your idea deserves to catch on! 😀

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( with respectful condolences Mike ) been there-felt the heart break-remembered the good times-cherish the memory-share the pain.

R.I.P. Dante ( a lovely breed of dog )

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I echo what Clare has said. Excellent Sarah.

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I like a twist, thank you for your comments

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A great poem at a sad moment, Mike.
The conflict, and ultimate reconciliation, of love and necessity are tenderly described here.
Sorry for your loss.

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A Gratitude Gallery is a good idea, Julie. I tell myself that I watch and read too much news, but somehow I can't stop.

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Thanks for the like, Russell.

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Thank you, Graham, for the kind comment.

Yes, it is sad that so many Ukrainian families have been split up. It must be heartbreaking. As you say, I am sure that few of them wanted to leave their country and most are keen to go back once the war is over, although the devastation they will find in some places is hard to imagine.

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Grim ending, Russell, but full of life up till then!

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A lovely poem about friendship, Ray. 'Uncaring and sad quality in the speeding crowds outside' - I have had a similar feeling after spending a quiet day at Lord's cricket ground with some friends and the exiting into the mayhem of the evening rush hour.

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We'll done, John.

Writing a poem is like committing a crime,
Which many consider a waste of time.

Luckily for us, it is not.

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Thanks for the likes and kind comments.
I'm afraid I find the subject matter too devastating to be anything other than succinct. With all the madness going on in the world, I fear we are forgetting to focus on the most important threat to us all.

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Thanks for the like Clare.😀

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Thanks, Julie. Much appreciated. 😀

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I commend you for this work, very strong emotions that you have committed to paper extremely well,
Keep writing its very cathartic

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Clever write, thank you

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Thank you Greg, grateful for your kind comment, which definitely made me smile. Thanks also MC for the like.

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You are a brilliant story teller and poet.💗

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Admirable sentiments, Julie. Thank you. I sometimes think you are the conscience of this site.

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Never underestimate the value of rekindling old friendships.
Six of my childhood friends and me have taken to wandering around our old village that is now called a town.
We have even created a private FB group called the Grey Walkers! to coordinate our wanderings. Silly old sods!

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Can't believe I missed this lovely little piece Ray! (possibly too busy with the kids all here doing the same Mother's Day thing).
My wife is a brilliant mother (to me too).

Well done I think you have spoken for a lot of us on here!

G

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Thanks for your comment Mark. There is indeed a bond which should hopefully be for life and cannot be replaced. Commonly mothers will offer support and love to even those of their children who are beyond the pale in the eyes of society.

Thanks for all your likes: Nigel, New Shoes, Binte, Stephen, Stephen, Aviva, Holden and Clare. It's great to be supported.

Ray

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Well done for this Stephen, a sensitive, well thought out piece.
I was watching our local news yesterday about some lucky Ukrainian people who had managed to come over to relatives here. The one thing that stood out for me was their attitude to their home. Whereas refugees from other countries here were quite satisfied with life, the Ukrainians just want to be able to go back home! Quite telling really.

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Great poem, Clare, and the message is clear.

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Thanks, Leon, I decided at an early stage of the process that my opinions especially on colour had no significance, so I suppose I can't complain. Again thanks for your comment, only to say Mongolia is a lovely colour

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Thanks a lot

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Stunning poem. Atmospheric and moving! 💪

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Extraordinary rhythmic poem

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Powerful imagery and really well expressed, Mylie. Blessings!👍

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A very powerful poem, mylie! I really liked the lines
"I'll squint through the shadows,
Search for the sun they all bathe in." 🌷

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Thank you Ursula. I'm glad you liked the poem🌷

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