Thanks very much for the comment, Laura, appreciated. And Glad you enjoyed the torture ☺️
And thanks for the like Mr Hobo. ?
Comment is about A Beautiful, Dreamy Poetry Day, MASSACRE! (blog)
Original item by Stephen W Atkinson
Difficult period of office with Brexit, Covid, Afghan. And for all their faults they are more popular with the public as a whole than Labour still under Corbyn's shadow.
Comment is about Hyperbolics (blog)
Original item by Laura Taylor
Just as well we've got hyperbolics, Laura, seems as though they've severed every penis! ?
Good one
Comment is about Hyperbolics (blog)
Original item by Laura Taylor
Thanks, Stephen. It owes a lot to Conn Iggledun who has one of his characters say something much the similar in one of his Chingis Khan books.
And thanks for the Likes, Stephen A, Holden and Pete.
Comment is about THE LORD'S PRAYER (blog)
Original item by John Coopey
And thanks to Jennifer for the like.
Comment is about Global Rat (blog)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
And thanks to New Shoes for liking as well.
Comment is about Love in Winter (blog)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
My pleasure. Shooting Star was great.
Comment is about Stephen W Atkinson (poet profile)
Original item by Stephen W Atkinson
Thanks to John, Tom, Stephen A., Holden and Pete for liking this poem and to M.C. for the very kind comments.
Needless to say, the poem was about no one in particular but concerned someone in general. Who that someone is I don't know and perhaps don't really want to, for fear that it would spoil the illusion (or delusion?).
Comment is about Old Writer (blog)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
Having moved many times In my younger days, I saw each new place as an acquaintance; some dearer to me than others. The
essence of what a home can mean if known for long enough to
engender real affection is well caught here.
Comment is about Home and Heart (blog)
Original item by Shrawani Sen
An engaging pen-portrait of an all-too believable scenario.
I think the last line is perfect to end this literary "visit".
Comment is about Old Writer (blog)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
To each his own. In my 78th year, I take a more sanguine view of
life and embrace its sensible companion in later years - adaptability. ?
Comment is about Age (blog)
Original item by mike booth
Hahaa! Great original piece, love it!
Comment is about A Beautiful, Dreamy Poetry Day, MASSACRE! (blog)
Original item by Stephen W Atkinson
A deeply moving poem in which a life is exposed. Despite suffering beauty is also present in a form of its own.
Thank you for this
Keith
Comment is about Age (blog)
Original item by mike booth
John,
Thank you for this solemn lament which conjures up such tragedy. I often meditate on the fate of Byzantium and question the efficacy of an Inter Faith Dialogue. Dare I say this?
Thank you
Keith
Comment is about SUBMISSION (blog)
Original item by John E Marks
Thu 2nd Sep 2021 03:33
If you wish to leave a comment
you must log in-
If you just want to sleep
bring several logs to saw!
?
Comment is about Stephen Gospage (poet profile)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
Nothing like a poet getting eaten to cheer us up Julie ?. Glad you liked it
And Stephen, don't look behind you. The better the poet, the hungrier it gets...
And thanks for the likes Aisha, John & Holden . Munch munch
Comment is about A Beautiful, Dreamy Poetry Day, MASSACRE! (blog)
Original item by Stephen W Atkinson
Happy is the man who has broken the chains which hurt the mind, and has given up worrying once and for all.
Be patient and tough; one day this pain will be useful to you.
Ovid, Metamorphoses
Comment is about Ovid in exile (blog)
Original item by John E Marks
Yes I agree Stephen G. Couldn’t fit meteorological into the line? and you are correct, i will soon be writing about the beautiful autumn colours. Thank you.
Comment is about The First Of September (blog)
Original item by julie callaghan
Wow! I get worried by a doormouse. No hope for me!
Good one.
Comment is about A Beautiful, Dreamy Poetry Day, MASSACRE! (blog)
Original item by Stephen W Atkinson
This is lovely. Best wishes to you
Comment is about Home and Heart (blog)
Original item by Shrawani Sen
I prefer to think of 21st September as the start of autumn, Julie. This can be a great month for weather and then there are the lovely colours of autumn leaves to look forward to. So things can only get better.
Comment is about The First Of September (blog)
Original item by julie callaghan
Thank you MC, I’ll give it a go. Thank you Stephen A. Hoping for a brighter write tomorrow ?. The kettle is on.
Thanks for the likes.
Comment is about The First Of September (blog)
Original item by julie callaghan
Oh no, please tell me it isn’t so!! I’m in mourning?
Thank you, cheered me right up?
Comment is about A Beautiful, Dreamy Poetry Day, MASSACRE! (blog)
Original item by Stephen W Atkinson
We all tend to feel a little down, when leaves turn brown, Julie. But there'll always be brighter days! Nice cuppa tea & a sneaky bit cake ?
Comment is about The First Of September (blog)
Original item by julie callaghan
HRH is in the awkward position of combining his own very
public opinions about matters that affect the world at large with
his awareness of his future as King and the remoteness that comes with that role. He seems to do a pretty good job of
performing that balancing act with so many obligations and
expectations to meet and satisfy.
Comment is about Remembering Ted Hughes and Sir John Betjeman: Prince Charles talks to the current poet laureate (article)
Original item by Greg Freeman
Try to remain optimistic as the year turns. Read Binyon's "The Burning of the Leaves". It's a wonderful antidote for any "down"
feelings.around this time. As for me, I merely say -
Let us help refuel
Nature's renewal! ?
Comment is about The First Of September (blog)
Original item by julie callaghan
Thanks for the like Stephen A
Comment is about Why Can’t We Go (blog)
Original item by julie callaghan
Dreamer
Wed 1st Sep 2021 03:00
This is beautiful. I wish it was longer!!
Comment is about The cabin I am (blog)
Original item by Cody Roach
Dreamer
Wed 1st Sep 2021 02:55
I love this. Beautifully written!?
Comment is about The Shopping List (blog)
Original item by Brenda Wells
Cheers Andy
I know the American Pie film you mean
will keep it in mind for another poem x rated of course!
Comment is about Superglued with Love (blog)
Original item by Nigel Astell
Thank you Stephen, for your comment on A Shooting Star, I was aiming for a children's poem that adults may also appreciate, so much appreciated as always!
Comment is about Stephen Gospage (poet profile)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
Good piece Greg. What a shame he couldn't have gone to the PL's shed. It would have made him more real. Why do royalty always keep the world at arms length?
Comment is about Remembering Ted Hughes and Sir John Betjeman: Prince Charles talks to the current poet laureate (article)
Original item by Greg Freeman
Beautiful and heartbreaking.
Comment is about The Shopping List (blog)
Original item by Brenda Wells
That was God’s fault, Kevin, not mine.
Comment is about SKUNK SHITE (blog)
Original item by John Coopey
Tue 31st Aug 2021 10:21
I think the simple things give people strength to follow their higher aspirations.
Thank you, Willow
Comment is about The Journey (blog)
Original item by Robert Neest
Was this before the Sky helicopter filmed you sat in your flooded garden?
Comment is about SKUNK SHITE (blog)
Original item by John Coopey
"The thinking is the doing" some Philosopher whose name I won't attempt to spell.
Comment is about Will The Truth Ever Unfold (blog)
Original item by julie callaghan
Find pleasure in the simple things and we won't be let down.
Thanks for the poem!
Willow
Comment is about The Journey (blog)
Original item by Robert Neest
I think “bradawl” has spawned the wonderfully onomatopoeic Yorkshire verb “to broddle”, Stephen. As in “the doctor broddled up my ….” (You get the picture).
Comment is about SKUNK SHITE (blog)
Original item by John Coopey
So many wonderful images and ideas. Enjoyed this.
Comment is about Daughter Of Eons (blog)
Original item by Adam Whitworth
Thank you for liking this, Brenda.
Comment is about Love in Winter (blog)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
Bradawl is such a good word, and now I know how to spell it! Isn't there a plumber in Under Milk Wood - Jones the cheque, perhaps?
Comment is about SKUNK SHITE (blog)
Original item by John Coopey
I am going to go a step further and say this poem is extraordinary and exceptional. A good piece of imaginative writing.
Keith
Comment is about A Shooting Star (blog)
Original item by Stephen W Atkinson
John Marks
Thu 2nd Sep 2021 18:53
Yes Keith you can and you have! Islam /ˈɪslɑːm/ Arabic: اَلْإِسْلَامُ does not mean 'peace' it means 'complete submission', 'total surrender'.
Comment is about SUBMISSION (blog)
Original item by John E Marks