Sure it wasn't April 1?
Comment is about Friday the 13th,a sad day for Sammy the skeleton (blog)
Original item by hugh
Noted, gents! This came to mind as a result of the apparently
endless openings (especially in competitions) to "young poets".
This slightly mischievous blog is my response.
Comment is about OLD POETS (blog)
Original item by M.C. Newberry
I've a bone to pick with you on this...how could Sammy die on Friday 13th? He was already a skeleton wasn't he?
Comment is about Friday the 13th,a sad day for Sammy the skeleton (blog)
Original item by hugh
Ha,Ha Hugh Good one, being from Manchester it's all about the bees...Whatever you do, Hugh Remember to Bee Yourself?
Comment is about Bumblebee (blog)
Original item by Ruth O'Reilly
Thankyou Mae
I have been told never, ever, consummate a relationship with your muse. Hanky-panky in the ether? Not sure how this works?
Rule 4: Never ever, not once, consummate your relationship with your muse
So if you find yourself tempted by your muse think of the following:
• Meditate on the futility of wasting precious hours cavorting with your muse when you could be writing, painting or sculpting
• Ponder that that your creativity will become enslaved to urges like ‘wanting to make the relationship work’
• Think about what your muse might write on social media.
No worries. I will not fall into temptation. Don't even try Thalia.
Oh. by the way Mae, Thalia says 'hi'........
Comment is about WOL Muse Bus Tour and Thalia (thankyou Philipos) (blog)
Original item by Don Matthews
Like this Lisa, it's true over coming the hurt and insecurities does build you into a stronger better version of yourself that you can be proud of.
Comment is about Good bye old thoughts (blog)
Original item by Lysa d
And My Poetry Writing Challenge to myself is Complete.... I have wrote a poem a day for one whole Month- Yay!
Comment is about Ruth O'Reilly (poet profile)
Original item by Ruth O'Reilly
I will second Lisa! And may I say a match made in heaven, or the mount of Olympus... Congratulations Don and Thalia! Live long and prolific!?
Mae
Comment is about WOL Muse Bus Tour and Thalia (thankyou Philipos) (blog)
Original item by Don Matthews
Thankyou DoRoThY. We do a lot of conversing together at my favourite cafe Hillbillys while I drink coffee. She 'speaks' to me if you know what I mean...
She says hi.....
Comment is about WOL Muse Bus Tour and Thalia (thankyou Philipos) (blog)
Original item by Don Matthews
Fri 13th Sep 2019 10:41
quite a bio you have written.
yes, all writers have an urge to write.
now, you can write
Out Loud!
Comment is about Lysa d (poet profile)
Original item by Lysa d
Don nothing could make me not see the positive today. For example... I fell down the stairs this morning.
My reply was simple
Wowwww
I got down those stairs really fast ??
Grattitude my friend:: it goes along way ❤
Comment is about Friday 13th (blog)
Original item by Ruth O'Reilly
John,
On a first reading I felt plunged into the eye of a storm with all its pertinent elements thrashing about and then having read it again I felt the inner storm and its destabilising effect on mind and soul. The words, "Grasp these perceptions,cling to the day" speak out as an anchor of stability. I shall read it again later but thank you for this.
Keith
Comment is about Who the hell can see forever? (blog)
Original item by John E Marks
Ruth
Looks like I was in a yawn cycle. I was wondering what Stevie had to do with all this?...?
I have just gone through the 13th and can forecast to all you northerners nothing happens.
Lisa
I hope the 10 steps were not up Ruth's ladder. I was, and fell off. 6 weeks in hospital waiting for the bod to recover. Only consolation was love and attention by nursie Caroline...?
Comment is about Friday 13th (blog)
Original item by Ruth O'Reilly
Thanks for that link Don....I can see clearly now and understand how you meant your soulmate comedy muse!
Comment is about WOL Muse Bus Tour and Thalia (thankyou Philipos) (blog)
Original item by Don Matthews
Thank you to all who have so knidly commented on this poem. Don is right in what he has to say. This poem is not about my personal grief although it could have been. In fact it refers to my next door neighbour whose wife of 54 years died very recently and whose funeral is this afternoon. I have been in daily contact with him as he is struggling with loss and grief. Fortunately he has children and grandchildren who are very supportive. His wife was a remarkable lady with a finely tuned intellect and an example to her family and all who came into contact with her.
Thank you again
Keith
Comment is about She Died Recently........ (blog)
Original item by keith jeffries
Ruth
Not sure about the MMT one. You'll have to ask Philipos about this.
I believe the Muse trip went well. He might be in the throes of whipping up a magical one. Keeping it a mystery I hear....Or as they say in the industry 'keeping it under wraps'
This may reveal how I met Thalia when on the bus tour here. I'm sure Thale and Philopos won't mind....
https://www.writeoutloud.net/public/blogentry.php?blogentryid=92275
Comment is about WOL Muse Bus Tour and Thalia (thankyou Philipos) (blog)
Original item by Don Matthews
Ruth I am 10 steps ahead ?❤
Ticket was purchased last night ?
I will keep you posted ? x
Comment is about Friday 13th (blog)
Original item by Ruth O'Reilly
Inspiration comes from many places. I'm happy you found your muse ?
Humour goes along way in life Don. Not many have the gift of delivering a smile ☺
Great job ?
Comment is about WOL Muse Bus Tour and Thalia (thankyou Philipos) (blog)
Original item by Don Matthews
I am curious about this Muse Bus Tour...How did you get on? Is it better than a Magical Mystery Tour?
Comment is about WOL Muse Bus Tour and Thalia (thankyou Philipos) (blog)
Original item by Don Matthews
You're right Lisa D Good attitude there is nothing to fear but fear itself I believe, and a they do say 13 is Lucky for some, get a Euromillions ticket you never know! Thanks for liking and commenting.
Comment is about Friday 13th (blog)
Original item by Ruth O'Reilly
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Fri 13th Sep 2019 09:05
My advice...lie about your age Mark!
Comment is about OLD POETS (blog)
Original item by M.C. Newberry
Lisa C Bassignani Glad to see you believe in the magical things in life too?
Comment is about Friday 13th (blog)
Original item by Ruth O'Reilly
Stevie wonder's track superstition Don, that's what I was referring to?
Comment is about Friday 13th (blog)
Original item by Ruth O'Reilly
I believe all men over the age of 40 need to stay away from the much younger crowds. .
They really need a woman who knows the signs of a possible stroke ???
No good having your money taking for sweets and nights out with there pals, while there is a chance of them making fun of you when you make that funny face ???
Ooppps: bet they wish they kept there wife ..
Comment is about Interpretive Dance (blog)
Original item by Vautaw
Great poem. Resonates so well as I'm sure it will with many.
As I see it ' if a man can be swept away so easylie by another: he was never going to stay for long. And she did you a favour by taking out the trash for you.
A real man can not be stolen.
You had a lucky escape and your pain will help you grow in ways you never ever thought was possible.
Do not bass your worth on the actions of another. For you are worthy of much more than he could ever offer.
Your amazing ❤❤
Welcome to WOL x
Comment is about I wonder if she knows (blog)
Original item by LoveLost93
Philipos
Fri 13th Sep 2019 08:38
Hi Anika - Military Lines - thanks - and keep up with your poetic flair. I find it saves a thousand words in getting messages across in all spheres - me currently in pursuing a solution to deforestation both locally and beyond. Even when dealing with the hierarchy it seems to resonate. Blessings. P.
Comment is about Ankita Srivastava (poet profile)
Original item by Ankita Srivastava
You captured the crazy hustle and bustle of flying ?
The ignorance of many can make the journey awful and yet there is the odd person who will talk for hours about there life and leave you with new perspective.
Flying thought me patience ?
And to escape from life for a holiday you gotta pay the price. Sore toes ' cramped legs and the worrie of not receiving your luggage. Sure who needs belongings anyway ?
I really enjoyed this. Great job ❤
Comment is about Unfriendly Skies (blog)
Original item by d.knape
I have crossed paths with an article stating how awesome today really is. How it is a day for good luck really ' fear was inflicted upon us in order to not receive all the magic this particular moon has to offer us all..
Today I am unafraid and will be open to all the lucky possibilitys.
On my way to drop kids of at school I will step on every crack ' then invite the neighbours black cat inside for some refreshments ??
A day for utter grattitude i say ❤❤
Comment is about Friday 13th (blog)
Original item by Ruth O'Reilly
Great, Jason. Makes me think of the debates I have been watching recently involving Christopher Hitchens, amongst others.
Comment is about The Cutter (blog)
Original item by Jason Bayliss
Jason and Mae, you are very kind. Thank you.
Comment is about Thorn in her side (blog)
Original item by Jon Stainsby
Keith,
I agree with Don, it is a beautiful poem. It makes me think of my mom's passing and how my dad is coping.
And yes, we do tend to write about our experiences, whether true to life or observed.
It is sometimes a healing process as was just discussed with Vautaw's Interpretive Dance. Sometimes just for fun or to vent or to tell a story. One can never assume, only ponder.
Thanks Keith, this is a real gem.
Lisa
Comment is about She Died Recently........ (blog)
Original item by keith jeffries
I am old
Also far-flung
Could that be why
I am unsung?.......
Comment is about OLD POETS (blog)
Original item by M.C. Newberry
Ruth
You been conversing with the stars? Wot's Stevie Wonder got to do with it?
Comment is about Friday 13th (blog)
Original item by Ruth O'Reilly
Damn Nigel! my penny's at the bottom of the well......
Comment is about Friday 13th (blog)
Original item by Ruth O'Reilly
Air UK I love to fly
Hostess's are terrific and trim
They bring round my coffee and sandwiches (cheese)
I specify hostess's she and not him......
Comment is about Unfriendly Skies (blog)
Original item by d.knape
You are right MC. It's not always the product at fault but it's
'use and misuse'
Comment is about Banning Plastics (blog)
Original item by Don Matthews
Neat and to the point in its description of how the passage of time can blur the feelings, imagined and real.
Comment is about Lost Love (blog)
Original item by branwell kent
This is just a general observation and I am not seeking to know who Keith is writing about.
A poet writes about experiences. They can be referring to themselves, someone else or a collective group. One doesn't know unless the writer specifies they are writing about themselves. It is their right to say or not to say.
I recently assumed a writer was sending out a cry for help and sympathy, which I gave. They explained, no, they were fine but just raising awareness of a problem.
So, what am I trying to say? You can't assume the poem is about the writer unless they say so. And it is their right to decide.
So whoever it is about Keith, it is a good poem. It's more than good but I can't think of the right word.....
Comment is about She Died Recently........ (blog)
Original item by keith jeffries
Like a number of things met in this life, it's not always the product
itself that's harmful or threatening but its use and misuse. How easy
it is to identify with the feelings of wonder that must have greeted the
advent of plastic with its labour-saving convenience and wide-ranging potential.
Comment is about Banning Plastics (blog)
Original item by Don Matthews
Industrial revolution's just arrived here to help us
Giving plastic to make everything great
What's this? We'll regret that we made it?
Just take it folk, there's no debate......
Comment is about Banning Plastics (blog)
Original item by Don Matthews
It would be great to see you, Jonathan. Turn up on the day, in good time before 11, and we'll put you on the list!
Comment is about Write Out Loud's Poetry Jam celebrates its 10th anniversary at Marsden jazz festival (article)
Original item by Greg Freeman
Thu 12th Sep 2019 23:37
thanks again Keith. not sure if this can qualify as a poem.
more like a rant. but i think people empathize with the
the statements.
(I forgot to mention the frisking business that goes on,
the stripping of belts and shoes
pockets and pride.
Comment is about keith jeffries (poet profile)
Original item by keith jeffries
Nice one. take care
Comment is about She Died Recently........ (blog)
Original item by keith jeffries
Sounds like fun. How do we book a slot on the Poetry Jam open-mic?
Comment is about Write Out Loud's Poetry Jam celebrates its 10th anniversary at Marsden jazz festival (article)
Original item by Greg Freeman
Your first poem on WOL. Welcome! This poem is close to the bone, one that a lot of women can relate to. Heartbreaking. Thanks for sharing. Poetry is a great way to process the pain, and by sharing it helps the hurt not be in vain. Keep writing. ❤️
Comment is about I wonder if she knows (blog)
Original item by LoveLost93
Don Matthews
Fri 13th Sep 2019 12:18
It's called unleashing your mind Ruth and waiting to see what it brings back....
Comment is about Bumblebee (blog)
Original item by Ruth O'Reilly