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Isobel

Thu 18th Aug 2011 21:33

It's hard going back to places you were young in. I try not to do it - it just stirs up too much. It does make for great poetry though - I enjoyed this John. x

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Francine

Fri 29th Jul 2011 21:13

Beautifully expressed and so lyrical!

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Jeff Dawson

Fri 29th Jul 2011 17:44

Hi John, really enjoyed this, lovely piece, especially the spirit of the kiss, nice one, I've never been too far from where I grew up so seen it change, can imagine your shock, best wishes Jeff

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Jon

Fri 29th Jul 2011 17:20

A good read John-one that everyone can relate to,I think

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Ann Foxglove

Fri 29th Jul 2011 13:44

A very good read indeed.

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Dave Bradley

Fri 29th Jul 2011 13:27

Enjoyed this John. Looks like you've given considerable care to the structure and it does work - for me anyway.

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Fri 29th Jul 2011 12:08

Yes one time I went back to a place that meant much to me John..should never go back for what we have in our minds eye is then broken..your write resonated with me..

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John Embley

Fri 29th Jul 2011 11:38

A few months ago, I took my wife and youngest to see where I spent my youth, and couldn't even find my way around -- knocked flat and re-developed.

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