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Adam Whitworth

Wed 3rd Feb 2021 11:34

Hi Aviva.
Very thoughtful and interesting writing.

Both happiness and truth are ill-defined concepts. If I had to compare and contrast the result would be messy.

Personally, I suspect the pursuit of truth has little effect on my level of happiness. There's no conflict between them, they are on the same side.

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Graham Sherwood

Wed 3rd Feb 2021 09:44

It appears Paul has removed his profile from the site.

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<Deleted User> (18980)

Wed 3rd Feb 2021 08:19

He's gone off to form a Dream Team with Don Matthews.

But he'll be back.

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julie callaghan

Wed 3rd Feb 2021 07:34

I guess you mean Po, his comment has gone from my last post and his last post about Captain Tom.

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New Shoes

Wed 3rd Feb 2021 05:41

Is there a warranty? I shall have to inspect it myself, you can't always take people at their word.

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New Shoes

Wed 3rd Feb 2021 05:22

" What's happening now, is happening now" Space Balls

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d.knape

Wed 3rd Feb 2021 04:51

Paul Sayer
do us a favor
limp on in
on wing and prayer!
?

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New Shoes

Wed 3rd Feb 2021 04:50

"I had a few cheap thrills, but they cost me a lot more than I could give" Neil Young

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d.knape

Wed 3rd Feb 2021 04:46

thanks Jennifer
we are linked through poetry
and cottage cheese.

why are you hiding behind those flowers?
?

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New Shoes

Wed 3rd Feb 2021 04:42

I figure if you can show your children you love them and be the best parent you can be while being your unique self, then you are participating in the role the way it is meant to be played. It is a great opportunity to better ourselves as well, as your poem expresses.

Peace, and Happy Day!

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victoriavautaw@gmail.com

Wed 3rd Feb 2021 04:10

Beautiful ❤️

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d.knape

Wed 3rd Feb 2021 03:42


The body of the poem is fine-
the fenders need some work!
?

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M.C. Newberry

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 23:59

Admiration and affection shine through in equal measure. Good one!
Captain Sir Tom
With admirable aplomb
Took fame in his stride -
With humble grace and selfless pride.?

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Tue 2nd Feb 2021 22:10

There are over-reactions, and conspiracy theories, but often there is a simple answer to odd events. Good one Branwell.

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julie callaghan

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 21:04

Thank you for all the very kind comments and likes.

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Hugh

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 19:34

Your poem would be a fitting tribute read out at his funeral, send it to his family. I am sure they will warm to your tribute.

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d.knape

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 18:30

crackers and cottage cheese.
that's the way my dad like it!

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d.knape

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 18:29

The body of the poem is fine-
the fenders need some work!
?

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Brian Hodgkinson

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 18:28

Enjoyed. Read it again. You are here to be a voice of the FACT of no accidents.

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Aviva Rifka Bhandari

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 18:10

Thank you to everyone who has clicked 'Like' for this poem.

Though in itself it might not provide much to the reader, (unless you happen to be someone with similar experiences).

But, in the jigsaw of my poetry it is a very important piece.

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Stephen Gospage

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 17:42

What I suppose are euphemistically called 'Teething Troubles'.

Thanks for the poem, Hugh.

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Stephen Atkinson

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 17:32

Thanks for the lovely comments & likes Julie, Keith & Jennifer. And let's hope these sort of days aren't too far away... ??
And for the likes, Aviva, J.D & Mr Po

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julie callaghan

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 17:25

Thanks for all the likes and lovely comments. Unfortunately I have just heard the terrible news. I will leave the post up though if that is ok with everyone.

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Stephen Gospage

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 17:24

A really good poem.

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jennifer Malden

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 16:49

Nice, short and to the point. Jennifer

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jennifer Malden

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 16:48

Really impressive, especially now, as unfortunately it is just a dream for the moment. Vividly presented. Jennifer

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Stephen Atkinson

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 16:48

Outstanding Julie. And even more poignant now. A fitting tribute to a true inspiration ?

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jennifer Malden

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 16:45

Really splendid writing! Have always loved watching the moon, from that slim silver sliver when new, to the huge luminous orange sphere of a harvest moon. Liked the last three lines too!!!!!

Jennifer

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jennifer Malden

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 16:41

Funny, as usual, but also moving! It's weird how we go back to things from our childhood which we didn't understand at the time. Not many kids like cheese, in my experience anyway. One has to admit it smells strange and sometimes tastes so too. One appreciates it later on.

Jennifer

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jennifer Malden

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 16:37

What about the state of the bodywork!!? Nice, Jennifer

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Hugh

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 15:04

Brilliant !!!!

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julie callaghan

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 12:27

Thank you for the likes Paul and Keith and for your very kind comment.

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keith jeffries

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 12:04

Thank you Aviva and Stephen G for your kind comments which I truly appreciate and also for the likes from Tom, JD., and Holden.

Keith

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keith jeffries

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 12:02

Thank you to Tom, Lisa and Martin for your comments which are a great source of encouragement and thanks for the likes from : Julie, Stephen A., JD., Dawn and Hope Ray. Thank you for reading this poem.

Keith

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keith jeffries

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 11:57

A poem of deep appreciation and personal devotion to someone much loved. Very well written and with gratitude for true friendship

Thank you for this

Keith

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keith jeffries

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 11:52

Julie,

A magnificent poem, well crafted and a splendid tribute to a true English Gentleman. You have excelled yourself in the writing of this poem.

Thank you for this

Keith

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keith jeffries

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 11:48

Julie,

I profoundly disagree with this poem. The quality of your poetry exceeds the quantity by miles. You are a good writer.

Keith

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Mark McCray

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 11:13

My pleasure. And thanks for the feedback.

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Greg Freeman

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 11:03

Thanks, Graham. Just one of those spots I will never get to - even less chance of doing so these days. But it got me dreaming about the place, and in particular, the bookstore.

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Graham Sherwood

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 10:54

Greg, I like the way that you avoid using the 'c' word in V3 to illustrate the title. Clever. I wonder how many of these towns (Malice comes to mind) are there, names after emotions and the like?

Graham

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julie callaghan

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 10:38

Thank you for your like and great comment Aviva, and thank you for providing todays inspiration.
I am convinced you will be posting your amazing writes on here for quite a while.

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Greg Freeman

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 10:25

Thanks for the Likes, Jordyn, Hope and Stephen!

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Aviva Rifka Bhandari

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 10:11

But we are the judge and we are the jury
And we call it fudge and say you're not guilty
For quantity we have proof by the score
But of quality too yours has measure, what's more
It was all about whether I ever could try
and write nearly as often or well as you write.

And one final thing, a closing remark
I'm certainly sure that I most truly can't

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julie callaghan

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 09:23

Thanks Hugh, Stephen G, Paul and Branwell for the likes

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julie callaghan

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 09:22

Thanks for the likes, Dawn, JD and Hope, thank you for the kind message Dawn, glad you like it.

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keith jeffries

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 08:52

Stephen, one of your best and so well rhymed. It has given my day good start.

Thanks
Keith

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J.D. Bardo

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 08:15

Wish you well... I wish to tell, I know that having mental health issues can be hell. thank-you for this poem, I feel it is really swell. J.D.

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julie callaghan

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 07:07

Strange seeing the scenes from the Isle of Man! of life as we once knew it. Lovely last verse. Thank you

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lisa donohoe

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 01:54

The power of strength to keep pushing forward speaks threw your words of wisdom ?

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M.C. Newberry

Tue 2nd Feb 2021 00:38

There is a definite reality in the fact that if you turn up efficiently and
considerately early for an NHS medical appointment, you will be be
kept waiting long after your original appointed time.
By the way, a local online newspaper here in central London had a
letter from an irate correspondent who cited a similarly chaotic
situation when an elderly relative was among a number who were
obliged to wait in the cold and wet at the designated vaccination
centre. So, it's not exactly a rare occurrence on recent evidence.

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