A poem to stir some thought about the human condition and the creatures we share this planet with. The bird has the basics to survive whereas man has too much and yet appreciates little.
A good poem
Thanks
Keith
Comment is about The Poet And The Mockingbird (blog)
Original item by d.knape
I wrote this 11 years ago after my dad died. I forgot the feelings and emotion I felt writing this. I remember it well now I'm dealing with the death of my mum. But I am pleased to say that I have not forgotten the little things. Not yet anyway ?
Comment is about Don't let me forget (blog)
Original item by Guinevere Heron
Hehe I love this poem, KJ Walker and also Lisa's comment! What a great visual and observation of a very entertaining pool game, with equally as entertaining pool players! ?
Keep writing and smiling.
Best wishes,
Rasa
Comment is about A Game Of Pool (part 2) (blog)
Original item by kJ Walker
Sun 29th Aug 2021 03:54
You are the last known reader of my poems.
all the others had better sense!
?
Comment is about keith jeffries (poet profile)
Original item by keith jeffries
This is so lovely, and portrays a home full of love. I hope someday I meet someone that writes about how much they love those kinds of mornings with me. It's the little things like appreciating a care free morning together, that mean the most.
Comment is about Best In The Morning (blog)
Original item by Tom
How strange it is that we relish such natural beauty when far away people are terrified and struggling to stay alive. As this poem says, we remember them in our prayers and give thanks for our own good fortune and the ability to enjoy what is on our doorstep.
Thanks for this
Keith
Comment is about Difficult Day (blog)
Original item by julie callaghan
A poem which is truly alive and one that resonates with me. To awake free of appointments and no expectations to meet. Certainly the best time of day. It is almost akin to being on holiday.
This poem has a lightness to it; an optimism and a natural flavour. It has genuine appeal.
Thanks for this
Keith
Comment is about Best In The Morning (blog)
Original item by Tom
Look forward to seeing you there, Kevin (assuming I get a pass out!).
Strand, wasn’t it, MC?
And thanks for the Like, Julie.
Comment is about YOU'RE NEVER ALONE WITH A PHONE (blog)
Original item by John Coopey
So topical! (I'm also old enough to remember a fag that used
a similar byline in its advertising).
The modern users remind me of drones
Servants to their mobile phones;
I suspect that a lot fewer would connect
If the systems allowed only "call collect". ?
Comment is about YOU'RE NEVER ALONE WITH A PHONE (blog)
Original item by John Coopey
The "aristos" haven't had it all their own way. Indeed, Bill Bryson
reports an estimate of some 2000 stately homes being lost in
the past,.through the imposition of taxes and other unsustainable financial demands. Much of what is under rural threat now has
been preserved through the efforts of those who had struggled
to maintain what had been inherited, an often onerous and
thankless "family duty" for many. But the fabric of the countryside would be that much meaner without the visible
(and commercially popular) existence of their scattered successes.
Comment is about In The Sticks: eds. Simon Fletcher, Cherry Doyle, Offa's Press (article)
Original item by Greg Freeman
Having known my share of beats back in the day, I like the
image of dancing a few steps along the way, indeed there were
times on night duty when a deserted dockland street extended
that irresistible invitation! But with seven and a quarter hours
of foot patrol (8 hours minus 45minutes for refreshments) to
complete on each shift, a man had to pace himself back then!
There were times when I had the whole of the Isle of Dogs to
myself on a 10pm-6am tour of duty and covered quite a few
miles in the process - in between occasionally popping over
to Greenwich via the foot tunnel for a look at the Cutty Sark
and Sir Francis Chichester's Gypsy Moth yacht in their dry docks near the naval college. You might say I led my supervising officers "a merry dance". ?
Comment is about Tango (blog)
Original item by Trevor Alexander
Thank you Graham, I truly agree that memories and mannerisms keep our loved ones with us and inter their soul into future generations.
Stephen G, I'm glad you enjoyed it and found it moving. Thank you for your feedback.
Ferris, thank you for your condolences. It's been very difficult and almost feels never ending. I am glad I have an outlet to post my creative writing and the escape I get from everyday life by writing is truly a pleasure. Definitely take lots of pictures, my mum was such a photo dodger so it's been a shock at how little photos I have with her, especially as an adult.
Comment is about Your coffee (blog)
Original item by Guinevere Heron
Well spoken resumes on Thursday 9th September.
Comment is about YOU'RE NEVER ALONE WITH A PHONE (blog)
Original item by John Coopey
Let’s hope so, Kevin. I haven’t Seen any notice from Mick yet.
Comment is about YOU'RE NEVER ALONE WITH A PHONE (blog)
Original item by John Coopey
Ah, thank you Ray. I'm so pleased you felt that. The more I wrote this poem, the more it deviated from my original idea. Hopefully, there's enough of a balance between all the elements. Thanks for reading.
Thank you Jordyn, Stephen, Stephen and Holden for reading and the likes too. ?
Comment is about Tokyo Honeymoon (blog)
Original item by Tom
<Deleted User> (30611)
Sat 28th Aug 2021 10:31
I bet that was hard work coming up with 4th line rhymes.
Comment is about Tango (blog)
Original item by Trevor Alexander
Thanks Kevin,
Your are close. Poetry can be highly subjective. A poem such as this means something to the writer but the reader can interpret it to suit his own particular understanding. It is a rebirth, a dawning of a new reality. You are more perceptive than most mate.
Nowt fairer than that.
Thanks Kevin
Keith
Comment is about Come and See (blog)
Original item by keith jeffries
Another Coopey classic. Looking forward to hearing it live.
Comment is about YOU'RE NEVER ALONE WITH A PHONE (blog)
Original item by John Coopey
Liked this one Keith.
It's one of those that could mean lots of things depending on the readers perspective.
I saw it as some kind of rebirth, I don't know if that was your intention.
Maybe keep it to yoursen, and let each reader give it their own interpretation.
Comment is about Come and See (blog)
Original item by keith jeffries
I love the way you talk about/ apparently write about women. There's not many men that I will endulge appraising a woman but youre one of them cos you emulate Pamela and shit like that ygm.
Harlotte Bronte mate.
Comment is about She Stayed for a Season (blog)
Original item by Connor Hamilton
RE: Narcissism
This reminds me of one I wrote at uni. Love it when a poet reminds me of me.
Comment is about Naked Poets Society (blog)
Original item by Connor Hamilton
I think that prior knowledge of your biography makes this a better read and for accessibility to a wider audience, this could use a contextualising extra stanza.
BUT without the contextualiser, (absolutely a made-up word that should be a thing) this piece maintains a mystique.
Comment is about Cracked Pot Schemes (blog)
Original item by Connor Hamilton
I love how you (don't conceal but) reveal sharp edges beneath soft lexis. "Whispers beneath the lily bed" sounds really pleasant, juxtaposing the fact that the subjects of this poem are presumably living in fear of judgement. You have a victorian post-modern sensibility in pieces like this and I can tell you know your gothic. Lush.
Comment is about Crimson Hills (blog)
Original item by Connor Hamilton
This reminds me of that (quite literal) fire we had- cos (not being a narcissist or nothing hun but) everything's about me.
Comment is about We Got On Like A House on Fire (blog)
Original item by Connor Hamilton
Unnecessary apostrophe in that last stanza boss, beautiful, clever prosaic piece though. Done with brevity and style.
Comment is about The Postman Came So I Know the World’s Still There (blog)
Original item by Connor Hamilton
Haha I couldn’t not get in on the fun. + it’s just one extra way to keep in touch ?
Comment is about Connor Hamilton (poet profile)
Original item by Connor Hamilton
Well look who it is!?❤
Comment is about Connor Hamilton (poet profile)
Original item by Connor Hamilton
Ha ha, Stephen. I just checked my phone to see your comment.
And thanks for the Like, Kevin, Holden and Pete.
Comment is about YOU'RE NEVER ALONE WITH A PHONE (blog)
Original item by John Coopey
"Hope springs eternal in the human breast". Very true.
Thanks
Keith
Comment is about HOPE (blog)
Original item by d.knape
Thanks for the likes Holden snd Stephen A. Good news emerged this evening that Pen, his animals and some families are awaiting their flight home.
Comment is about My Petition Part 2 (blog)
Original item by julie callaghan
Janine is a regular guest poet at Well Spoken in Doncaster. We always look forward to hearing her when she ventures up north.
She has a unique ability to bring humour to the most serious situations.
Her and Attila the Stockbroker at the same venue is an event not to be missed.
If you're anywhere near Lewes get yoursen over to the Royal Oak, you won't be disappointed.
Comment is about Veteran poet Janine Booth's open-mic night in new home town (article)
Original item by Greg Freeman
Wow, thank you, Jordyn for your wonderfully encouraging comment! ?
And to Keith & John for your continued support.
And, John, your absolutely right! Always a blessing when your penckers open in the morning!
Comment is about Sunbeam (blog)
Original item by Stephen W Atkinson
Beautiful heartfelt stuff, John. ?
Comment is about Love is a losing game (blog)
Original item by John E Marks
Sometimes courage is to merely get out of bed in the morning. But there'll always be brighter days, Jordyn. There's a rainbow for everyone & you'll find yours someday soon ?
Lovely stuff, as usual ! ?
(p.s. if it isn't about you then pass the rainbow on to whoever it may concern ?)
Comment is about Someday (blog)
Original item by Jordyn Elizabeth
I've just read this on my phone
A place I'm never alone!
Good stuff.
Now, what's happening on Facebook...
Comment is about YOU'RE NEVER ALONE WITH A PHONE (blog)
Original item by John Coopey
Thank you John. I don't write poetry too often anymore. If you would like to see more of my writing check here.
https://www.storystar.com/story/21651/shirley-smothers/true-life/inspirational-2
Comment is about Lilith First Wife to Adam (blog)
Original item by Shirley Smothers
Thankyou, Graham. It seems I've left it a bit late to rework The Clash's "Should I Stay or Should I Go?". But good to see him on the goal trail again last night.
Comment is about YOU'RE NEVER ALONE WITH A PHONE (blog)
Original item by John Coopey
I didn't know of Lilith, Shirley. You tell this well and have whetted my curiosity to research it further.
And, by the way, it's good to see you back on this site again.
Comment is about Lilith First Wife to Adam (blog)
Original item by Shirley Smothers
Fri 27th Aug 2021 12:50
Always a bonus when you wake in the morning, Stephen.
Comment is about Sunbeam (blog)
Original item by Stephen W Atkinson
Good work JC, obviously inspired by Harry staying 'One of our Own'
Verse two is classic Coopey, quite brilliant
Comment is about YOU'RE NEVER ALONE WITH A PHONE (blog)
Original item by John Coopey
The passing years offer mixed blessings. The mix of age and
failing memory is often accepted and lets us off the hook when
suddenly faced with unexpected encounters involving those
from our past - not always sought or welcome. One other thing:
I'm fascinated how some barely change while others seem to
have evolved into someone else entirely!
Comment is about TRICKS THAT PEOPLE PLAY (blog)
Original item by ray pool
Thanks Ray and Stephen for the comments and Holden and again Stephen for the likes. The honeymoon hadn't been long over but it was the culmination of 7 years' cohabitation!!!! Hisssssss Ray! The strains (and expense) of buying and furnishing, (an absurdly expensive kitchen, he thought), a flat worthy of the harridan, had pushed him over the edge of correct behaviour! The post course was considerably cheaper than a shrink, and infinitely more enjoyable! He recovered his self-esteem.
Jennifer
Comment is about Matrimonial Courses - Pre and Post (blog)
Original item by Jennifer Malden
This is beautiful masterpiece ❤ Well done.
-J
Comment is about Sunbeam (blog)
Original item by Stephen W Atkinson
I will heed your words and take more photos and remember this poem. I actually thought about it at work today. I honestly think that if you're not, then you should attempt to get this published.
I'm sorry for your loss. I only hope that you continue to channel your sense of loss into more wonderful creative endeavours.
Comment is about Your coffee (blog)
Original item by Guinevere Heron
Nigel Astell
Sun 29th Aug 2021 14:18
I think your comment M.C makes us all think of why no one could have found a way or was it to be just left and not to be sorted out at all.
Comment is about Betrayal on a Massive Scale (blog)
Original item by Nigel Astell