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M.C. Newberry

Tue 9th Nov 2021 15:07

It can be said that the greater the imagination, the greater the
awareness of suffering.

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M.C. Newberry

Tue 9th Nov 2021 15:02

The reports of this individual's actions can surely serve to remind
us of the depravity that can be found in human existence. Far
too often we seek to either ignore or even excuse its existence
and can be said to create the scenario which allows it to occur.
The beast within is shown the door through which it can emerge
and yet disguise itself and hide again.

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M.C. Newberry

Tue 9th Nov 2021 14:52

Those long gone are eternally worthy of this fine tribute.
Lest we forget.

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M.C. Newberry

Tue 9th Nov 2021 14:49

Agree with Hugh. I wrote some lines following my own mother's
death at the venerable age of 90. Yet somehow, the age never
came into mind; instead there was always this thought she'd be
around forever.

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Graham Sherwood

Tue 9th Nov 2021 12:33

I once met a trumpeter from the Glenn Miller band in the middle of a vineyard in France. Great memories invoked by music.

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d.knape

Tue 9th Nov 2021 11:51

Thanks Newberry.
I will try to live up to
your expectations.
?

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keith jeffries

Tue 9th Nov 2021 10:30

Holden,

Thank you for your latest comment on my poem, and also for many previous comments. The are a constant source of inspiration and encouragement.

Thank you indeed
Keith

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d.knape

Tue 9th Nov 2021 02:25

So many similar stories.
Apparently Parrots swear on a regular basis.
Like children picking up bad habits.
But..you cannot spank a Parrot!
Animal cruelty you know!
?

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Hugh

Tue 9th Nov 2021 00:01

The perfect tribute

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Holden Moncrieff

Mon 8th Nov 2021 23:00

There's also a great rhythm in this poem!? And everyday truths lyrically expressed ?.

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Holden Moncrieff

Mon 8th Nov 2021 22:51

A truly meaningful poem, Keith. "a stillness now embalms their memory" is such a great line! ?

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Rasa Kabaila

Mon 8th Nov 2021 22:04

This is beautiful Stephen. It's such an art to be able to write a short poem that brings out so many emotions. I love this poem because it is playful and sweet and provides some genuine romanticism to what otherwise might be seen as 'ordinary day to day tasks'.

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Rasa Kabaila

Mon 8th Nov 2021 21:57

Hehe, yes, indeed Stephen! glad you enjoyed it. Hope everything is going well on your end of the world. :)

Best wishes,
Rasa

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Stephen Gospage

Mon 8th Nov 2021 21:19

I suppose they are both 'creators of effect not easily dismissed' Ray. Of course, as MC says, recordings will outlast a soldier's bullet.

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New Shoes

Mon 8th Nov 2021 21:18

"With a loaded six string on my back" Jon Bon Jovi

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Stephen Gospage

Mon 8th Nov 2021 20:53

Good one!

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Tom Harding

Mon 8th Nov 2021 18:12

Lovely Ray - this is a great line -

lift their instruments like new babies
from the swaddling plush of weathered cases

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M.C. Newberry

Mon 8th Nov 2021 16:29

I read this after a recent viewing of (and participation in) an
online discussion about the likes of Glenn Miller and Artie Shaw,
and their skills in the big band days. They would certainly know
about the content here. Thank heavens for recorded music!!

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M.C. Newberry

Mon 8th Nov 2021 15:40

I continue to enjoy the sardonic humour from your distant source.
Keep 'em coming.

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d.knape

Mon 8th Nov 2021 10:35

A purse pup
may have a hankering
but it's too used
to pampering,
so to waves and sun
it shies away
prefers the comfort
of the shade.
?

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kJ Walker

Mon 8th Nov 2021 08:53

I read/hear many poems on here, and sometimes struggle to grasp their meaning. This is a good thing, because with the absence of a preamble the reader places his/her own interpretation on it.

This one is an exception. Even without a preamble, the listener would know exactly what it is about. It was so well written you could have gone straight into it.

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Nigel Astell

Mon 8th Nov 2021 02:03

A forever love sleeps
in many dreams
from a yesterday
never waking up from.

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Nigel Astell

Mon 8th Nov 2021 01:49

Thanks for your likes
Holden
Stephen G
Stephen A
and
Your Royal Poetess.

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Holden Moncrieff

Mon 8th Nov 2021 00:19

Thank you for the comment, Stephen! Agreed on Vladimir and Estragon ?.

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Pete (edbreathe)

Sun 7th Nov 2021 22:15

Thanks. It was ?

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Stephen Gospage

Sun 7th Nov 2021 21:47

Excellent, Pete. The soft warm bread sounds great!

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Stephen Gospage

Sun 7th Nov 2021 21:38

A funny and original poem, Rasa, though with a disturbing message. I suppose we have all become slaves to supermarkets.

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Stephen Gospage

Sun 7th Nov 2021 21:29

I like this. You can almost feel the dog's alarm.

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Stephen Gospage

Sun 7th Nov 2021 21:27

Very good, Julie. It makes me regret that I have lost touch with my school friends.

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John Coopey

Sun 7th Nov 2021 19:29

It pays to advertise, Stephen.
And thanks for the Like, Stephen A.

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Stephen Gospage

Sun 7th Nov 2021 18:42

Thanks, Holden. I think even Vladimir and Estragon must have seen a silver lining on this basis.

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Stephen Gospage

Sun 7th Nov 2021 18:36

They'll be throwing themselves at you after this, John (the women, I mean).

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John Coopey

Sun 7th Nov 2021 18:03

Thankyou, MC. And for the Like, Holden.

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Stephen Gospage

Sun 7th Nov 2021 18:01

And thanks to Julie and Pete.

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M.C. Newberry

Sun 7th Nov 2021 16:36

JC - answer to your question: Her original message has hardly gone unnoticed. But while a little of what you fancy does you good. too much runs the risk of being counter-productive.
Now answer my questions about what is NOT talked about. ?

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M.C. Newberry

Sun 7th Nov 2021 16:21

I drove back to London from Ash Vale, Surrey last Friday and
my journey along the M3 was accompanied by a series of vivid
night sky firework displays that made the trip less boring than
usual. Welcome companions while they lasted; light and sparkle
without the noise (car windows shut).

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M.C. Newberry

Sun 7th Nov 2021 16:16

Ah...one of those questions that never seem to get answered.
But the pleasure of hearing this makes it worth the asking. ?

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M.C. Newberry

Sun 7th Nov 2021 16:06

Comforting - like a cup of hot cocoa. Friendships that stand the
test of time are to be treasured.

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Tom Harding

Sun 7th Nov 2021 13:07

Thanks Greg, very interesting. Macca does have a surprisingly avant garde side that often goes ignored. I always enjoyed his collaboration with allen ginsberg - ballad of the skeletons I think.

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julie callaghan

Sun 7th Nov 2021 12:47

Thanks for the likes and kind comments.

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d.knape

Sun 7th Nov 2021 12:10

No comments posted yet
I hope there's at least one,
but quite possibly, regrettably
most likely there'll be none.

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CHIMAOGE NWAIGBO

Sun 7th Nov 2021 10:06

Thank you Stephen Gospage.

Well noted M.C Newberry, corrections have been effected.

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John Coopey

Sun 7th Nov 2021 09:40

I missed this one, Kev. another cracker.

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kJ Walker

Sun 7th Nov 2021 08:44

And time is a great healer.

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kJ Walker

Sun 7th Nov 2021 08:40

A lovely autumnal picture, painted in words.

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kJ Walker

Sun 7th Nov 2021 08:24

Thank you Jennifer.
Mi Mam wasn't usually so clever with her replies, so this one stuck in my mind.

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John Coopey

Sun 7th Nov 2021 07:57

I hope to give it a run out on Thurs.

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John Coopey

Sun 7th Nov 2021 07:56

It’s only got currency at Well Spoken, Kev. If I get chance I’ll do it.

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tommyfazz@yahoo.com

Sun 7th Nov 2021 06:49

Cheers Keith for comment on "Listening then a smile" ?

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tommyfazz@yahoo.com

Sun 7th Nov 2021 06:38

Cheers Keith (smiles)

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