Sorry to hear about Ludo, Peter. This is an interesting and fine poem about the importance of cats in our lives, for those that love them.
Comment is about ROMANTICATS (ode to Ludo) (blog)
Original item by Peter Taylor
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Thu 2nd Dec 2021 08:37
<Deleted User> (32907)
Thu 2nd Dec 2021 00:18
I can feel the emotion in your poem, and the last line really hits home
Slavery was a disgusting crime against humanity. . Yes there were many hardships in the 1800's, but the victims of those injustices were free.
There is only one word that describes slavery. Evil. Those people had no rights whatsoever . Sad to think of those souls, and the horrendous lives they were forced to live.
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Comment is about Behind the Mask (blog)
Original item by Bria Roberson-Gresham
I can taste the bread in your poetry! ? John Botterill
Comment is about Small Town Bakery (blog)
Original item by d.knape
Moving and powerful. I like the imagery within "births me into a new day".
John Botterill
Comment is about Good in Goodbye (blog)
Original item by Jordyn Elizabeth
A poem very well and cleverly composed with an unusual analogy which surprisingly works to achieve the aim of the writer.
I enjoyed this
Thank you
Keith
Comment is about Frayed blanket end (blog)
Original item by john A Giordano
Thank you kindly Adam, Keith and Stephen.
"Though lovers are lost, love shall not. And death shall have no dominion."
— Dylan Thomas
Comment is about Wind-blown (blog)
Original item by John E Marks
Indeed, Stephen. I like to spread the pain too.
And thanks for the Likes, Holden and Stephen A.
Comment is about THE BLEEDIN' OBVIOUS (blog)
Original item by John Coopey
A lovely, cosy well rhymed piece, Keith
Comment is about In my element (blog)
Original item by keith jeffries
An earthy poem rich in content and language with a message between every line.
Thank you John
Keith
Comment is about Wind-blown (blog)
Original item by John E Marks
This really conjures up the magic of Christmas, M.C. May we never lose it.
Comment is about CHRISTMAS SNOW - a re-post for those away from home at a precious family time. (blog)
Original item by M.C. Newberry
Lovely words in a time that no words are enough. Thanks to your words though, she's in our thoughts also. Best wishes
& yes, Fuck Cancer x
Comment is about In need of a Prayer (blog)
Original item by Stacy Eskin
Thank you so much for the lovely comments! Glad you like the little things in life! & For the likes! ?
Comment is about The Little Things (blog)
Original item by Stephen W Atkinson
Thank you, John. Sounds spine-chilling. I remember someone once saying 'I've suffered for my art, now it's your turn'. And it was.
Comment is about THE BLEEDIN' OBVIOUS (blog)
Original item by John Coopey
So sorry to hear this. May she rest in peace. Thank you for the poem.
Comment is about In need of a Prayer (blog)
Original item by Stacy Eskin
Blimey, Ray. I reckon we need to bring back ASBOs at this rate. Good one, plenty of menace.
Comment is about VIGOUR MORTIS (blog)
Original item by ray pool
And then, just to make sure, they change the rules!
Thanks for the likes Jordyn, Stephen, Holden, Pete and John.
Comment is about The Big Lie (blog)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
You could have had the tickets MC. Thanks for the likes.
Comment is about First Of December Disappointment (blog)
Original item by julie callaghan
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Wed 1st Dec 2021 15:22
Passionate heartfelt writing, if I may say so. Love the line 'it was only the caffeine talking'.
i agree with Stephen's comment. There are better times ahead for everyone, and that includes you! Hang on in there! Best wishes ?
Comment is about Someday (blog)
Original item by Jordyn Elizabeth
Wed 1st Dec 2021 15:12
Thank you so much for the comments, Keith and John, they are most appreciated! ?
Comment is about Transition (blog)
Original item by Holden Moncrieff
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Wed 1st Dec 2021 15:03
This is really good. Powerful. I could feel the emotion all the way through. Great poem.
Comment is about Stranger in the Crowd. (blog)
Original item by Jordyn Elizabeth
Heartfelt sympathy from London town
But discard that disappointed frown;
She'll still be here when another day
Will arrive to see you on your way. ?
Comment is about First Of December Disappointment (blog)
Original item by julie callaghan
I liked the hopeful ending with light returning. Loved it! ?John Botterill
Comment is about WIN ter (blog)
Original item by Edbreathe
Jason,
Welcome back mate and thank you for your message. I am pleased that you now feel able to re start your writing career as I am aware of your potential. I promise to be watching for every poem you post on this site. As always my comments will be constructive and designed to help.
Great to hear from you.
Keith
Comment is about Jason Phillips (poet profile)
Original item by Jason Phillips
Wow! This is great. The little things are so powerful it seems. Brilliant denouement,! Bravo, Stephen.
John Botterill
Comment is about The Little Things (blog)
Original item by Stephen W Atkinson
The rhythm works brilliantly to capture a relaxed, reflective mood. Really enjoyed this, Keith.
Comment is about In my element (blog)
Original item by keith jeffries
This poem really has got me thinking ( and checking my dictionary ?).
Thanks Holden.
John Botterill
Comment is about Transition (blog)
Original item by Holden Moncrieff
Wed 1st Dec 2021 02:56
Oh how we wish
to be back in the womb,
for times are bad
hearts full of gloom,
still the bell tolls
we ask for whom,
for all of us
we may assume.
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Comment is about keith jeffries (poet profile)
Original item by keith jeffries
HI Keith,
In 2017 you commented on one of my poems. It's been a long time since I've wrote, and I have grown since then. I want to thank you for your kind words. It truly means a lot to me that you took more than a moment to consider my words during that time. I am now in a place of continued growth and becoming a better version of myself.
Thanks again Keith
Respectfully,
Jason
Comment is about keith jeffries (poet profile)
Original item by keith jeffries
Antonyms galore for such a dramatic change of direction
Thank you for this
Keith
Comment is about Transition (blog)
Original item by Holden Moncrieff
Thanks for all your likes
Stephen G
Jordyn
Stephen A
Holden
and
Your Royal Poetess.
Comment is about Christmas Greeting Cards Remain Unopened (blog)
Original item by Nigel Astell
I enjoyed following the progress of this poem and its gentle flow of words.
Thank you for this
Keith
Comment is about root (blog)
Original item by Edbreathe
I just loved this.
Stephen, this poem could not fail to be a hit.
Thank you for this
Keith
Comment is about The Little Things (blog)
Original item by Stephen W Atkinson
A lovely rhythm and a nice conclusion. Thanks, Stephen.
Comment is about The Little Things (blog)
Original item by Stephen W Atkinson
Towards the end of my time with the Met. Police, I was the
custody officer for the Oxford Street Unit and our matron
was a Barbadian lady. She was awarded the BEM for her
services and the news about its independence makes me wonder if she ever returned to Barbados. She'd be a proud and worthy citizen, of that I'm sure. Cheers Felicia!!
Comment is about The Bell (blog)
Original item by Greg Freeman
Perfect reminder for this upcoming crazy time of year. It’s the little things…?? thank you for this.
Comment is about The Little Things (blog)
Original item by Stephen W Atkinson
You are very kind, John. Twice a month - O God, I've given myself away! Seriously, it's true it's not that often, even if you don't like steak. Twice a week? That could be exhausting.
Thanks for the like, Tom.
Comment is about Westcliff (On Sea) (blog)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
Thanks, Greg. Good to see that Barbados is finally a fully independent country. They once had a cricket team which could take on the world. Have not been there, but your descriptions stir my imagination.
Comment is about The Bell (blog)
Original item by Greg Freeman
A beautiful poem Keith. I can read my own childhood in this. John Botterill.
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Comment is about The Village Hall (blog)
Original item by keith jeffries
There are times when I think we would all rather be back inside.
Keith
Comment is about Womb For Rent (blog)
Original item by d.knape
Hi Jennifer - thanks (or maybe that should be "fangs") for the anecdote about the snake pit. Nice one!
MC
Comment is about Jennifer Malden (poet profile)
Original item by Jennifer Malden
Greg, Come to think of it I have not written about my time in Montserrat. I had a house there for some years and still retain links with the island. I shall give it some thought.
Keith
Comment is about The Bell (blog)
Original item by Greg Freeman
And not just on social media. Absolutely appalling https://www.hastingsobserver.co.uk/news/people/hastings-rnli-lifeboat-crew-blocked-from-going-out-to-sea-by-people-angry-at-them-rescuing-refugees-3475179
Comment is about Dunkirk (blog)
Original item by Greg Freeman
Greg Freeman
Thu 2nd Dec 2021 09:52
Whatever the reason, Keith, I'm thankful that in many parts of the world, times have changed.
Comment is about World AIDS Day (blog)
Original item by keith jeffries