Thanks for the kind words Keith.
That poem speaks to Censorship
and how prevalent it is now.
I think we need to stand up
as artists and as citizens
like the truckers in Ottawa
and protest the theft
of our free speech.

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"Honestly, I enjoy writing poetry solely in an instinctual and emotional way, so I don't really spend any time reworking or editing my pieces. I'm sure they would benefit from me doing that but I've found that it removes my personal connection and passion towards the pieces".

It's fascinating how we all seem to differ in our approach to creating words. I use anything I've got near me when an idea or string of words happens along. Whether its the 'Notes' on my phone, a notebook by the bed or an open word document when I'm doing other writing, it HAS to be captured.
Where we differ enormously is in the editing. I usually take at least three days (attempts) to refine my words before sticking them on WOL. Even then I edit them further before they get on my blog pages.
However you write Alexandra, get it down before its lost is my advice (not that you asked for it, sorry).
Looking forward to more of your work and watching you develop as a writer

Comment is about Alexandra K. Parapadakis (poet profile)

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Thank you Keith for reading and liking the poem heaven in hell💐

Comment is about keith jeffries (poet profile)

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My wife came down with Covid.
so far I have not gotten it.
Have you?

Here it is almost universal.
Everyone has it.

Comment is about keith jeffries (poet profile)

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You are very welcome Ghazala. 'Feelings' is a very fine poem 😊

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Thank you for your compliment on my poem feelings.

Comment is about John Botterill (poet profile)

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Dear Rasa

Thankyou for your kind comments on 'The Pavements of Europe'. I wrote this poem in the New European newspaper to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall in 2019.
Here is a short piece that I wrote to accompany it at the time.

Good to hear from you and all the best for your poetry and life.

'The context

2019 marked the thirtieth anniversary of the fall
of the Berlin Wall. This led to the collapse of the one-party states of Eastern Europe and to fundamental changes to the lives of millions of people who are now EU citizens and are firmly embedded into the European family. The transition process inevitably had its shortcomings. European integration is imperfect and sometimes seems to stall. And yet, would anyone want to go back to the chilling realities of the pre-1989 system?

The poem

The start of the poem is based on recollections of a visit to Prague, in the former Czechoslovakia, in the mid-1980s. The cold, damp weather only added to the sense of darkness and oppression, which seemed to find expression in the regimented stamping of workers' boots and the belching exhaust fumes of the buses. The second and third verses recall trips to Budapest and Warsaw in 1993 and 1994; things were changing, life was becoming freer and more colourful and new businesses were thriving. However, rampant (though perhaps inevitable) inequality had been created. The disparity between the glitzier parts of cities and the urban and rural poor was extraordinary at the time, although sadly it has been increasingly emulated in certain parts of the Western World in the 21st century. This disparity was even more apparent during several visits to Ukraine in the late 1990s; the sight of impoverished yet irrepressibly optimistic women trying to sell a loaf of bread on a busy street in the centre of Kiev remains an abiding memory.

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And... no one holds them accountable
Where's the U.N.? The infamous World Health Organization?
Look at all the damage & deaths they have caused.
They screwed up the entire world.

Comment is about keith jeffries (poet profile)

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The pavements of Europe-so rich and special-with so many stories to tell. 😃

Comment is about Stephen Gospage (poet profile)

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Dogs,
like poets
love affection,
cats love
leisure.
😃

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Hi All
I deleted my profile page by mistake last night in the middle of a hypo (I'm diabetic).
I have reconstructed it from memory, as well as I can .
I apologise for deleting some wonderful comments and likes that I genuinely valued. What can I say? Sorry!

Comment is about John Botterill (poet profile)

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Leave out in the desert
or the woods
let the vultures and coyotes feast
then it all goes back to nature
and everyone had a good time.

Comment is about keith jeffries (poet profile)

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A Grave Groaner!
but I like it.!
😃

Comment is about M.C. Newberry (poet profile)

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Just found 'This wanting look' Tommy. A phenomenal poem, bitter-sweet nostalgic loss. Awesome!

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we will designate a new Breed then.
"Hairless Poets".
Require lots of love
but no grooming necessary.
😃

Comment is about keith jeffries (poet profile)

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I like your comparison of a Cemetery to a Library.
Holding records of the past and past lives.
Excellent!

Comment is about M.C. Newberry (poet profile)

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Just found 'Waiting for my mum,' Tommy. Stunning poetry. Just wanted to let you how moving I found it to be!

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Brilliant analysis. Wise words of a wise man. I quite agree. Movies have always been a medium as well as the source of spreading notoriety. No body knows what may happen.
Thank you.

Comment is about keith jeffries (poet profile)

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Conspiracy theories all around. We can simply hope for the best.
Thank you.

Comment is about M.C. Newberry (poet profile)

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You have such an interesting writing style Adam, and cover so many topics and aspects of life! Keep writing. 😃

Best wishes,
Rasa

Comment is about Adam Whitworth (poet profile)

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Our cops have become targets
shot and killed every day
it's become routine-
the breakdown of our country
our civilization.
😯

Comment is about Graham Sherwood (poet profile)

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whereas cops HERE never walk
they cruise in comfort
in their expensive squad cars
ever on the lookout for criminals
and the next donut shop!
😃

Comment is about M.C. Newberry (poet profile)

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I guess cops in England
do not eat donuts
Here....It's part of their basic training!
😃

Comment is about Stephen Gospage (poet profile)

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Hi Keith re "After the nearly before" it sure is all my own work!!!
🤔
😉
tc

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Keith, Thank you for leaving a motivating note as your comment in my poem. There's so much wisdom in your words. If taken heed the reader must benefit. I'm glad to know you read my poems. Thank you for your precious time and words🌷

Comment is about keith jeffries (poet profile)

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Welcome to write out loud Julia, hope you are well and that you enjoy posting your lovely poems and reading those of other poets

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👍

Comment is about Lauren Em (poet profile)

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A Leaf Blower
as a Phallic symbol
is something I never thought about.
I have a whole new perspective now on
Leaf Blowers.
What thrust!
😃

Comment is about Stephen Gospage (poet profile)

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Here it is - a slightly different take, but....

Leaf Blower

A middle-aged man nearby
Is clearing up some leaves.
He swings the blower round;
Enjoys its phallic whirl.
It reminds him of the time
When he could get the girl.

Comment is about d.knape (poet profile)

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Stephen- if you still have that poem about Leaf Blowers
send it to me.

BAN THE BOMB
BAN LEAF BLOWERS!

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That's what I thought.
Too much immigration changes the fabric of the country.
Like here in the U.S.
But...we do not have a leader with Wild Hair!
Our only saving grace!

BAN THE BOMB
BAN LEAF BLOWERS!

Comment is about keith jeffries (poet profile)

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Is England still a country?

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https://www.writeoutloud.net/profiles/juliadeakin#page_comment_264203

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Thank you. I admire your poetic understanding. Your comments are a personal reflection of your faith and belief. I can relate to your words due to this faith in the creator.

Comment is about keith jeffries (poet profile)

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Man in the moon
Santa Claus
seems no honesty applies,
all these myths entwine our lives
turns out they are
all lies.

Comment is about keith jeffries (poet profile)

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she knows me
better than I do.
😃

Hope all is well with you.

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Ghazala,

Thank you for your personal comment. I have noticed for some time that you are a person of Faith which I also share with you. I am a Christian and through life's experience and more importantly prayer, I have the blessing of a personal relationship with the Divine. It is this which influences my life and gives me hope and understanding. Your poetry often mirrors my own thoughts. Thank you again,
Keith

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Thank you for reading my poem. I must say you have a deep understanding of spiritual psychology of human beings. A realistically correct assumption. Thank you. I'm glad you liked the poem🌷

Comment is about keith jeffries (poet profile)

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Thank you Nigel. I'm glad you read my poems🌷

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Cheers Keith for your comments and 'like' for 'Taking the Knee'
🙂

Comment is about keith jeffries (poet profile)

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92. Your constant compliments and encouraging words give me so much joy to continue writing. Thank you Nigel. 🌷

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My pleasure Tommy.

J. x

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Thar hiz a fing in ma fridge
Tha dear not spike its naym
Han so I hav called hit midge
I fink it com from Spayn


Hit ides beheynd da Milk
And laffs wen the dor clouses
He as a chin lak Acker Bilk
An does has e' suppozez


Once he ate all me lard an gin
Han had folks there far owez
E' even ad mor drinks sent in
An spent me dosh on flowez
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◄ Icelandic poem 2 In the voice of Bjork

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Tommy Carroll

Fri 7th Aug 2009 10:27

because Cynthia that's where Bjork comes from : )
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Cynthia Buell Thomas

Thu 6th Aug 2009 20:31

I'm now in the groove. Do some more. What's the connection with Iceland?

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Cheers for the 'like' for 'mum' Jason🙂

Comment is about Jason Bayliss (poet profile)

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I am inspired by your words of encouragement.
In fact, you should be a poetry critic!
Offering your insight with skill!
Awesome!

Comment is about keith jeffries (poet profile)

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I like short poems.
the shorter the better.
😃

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thanks for explaining what a Pit Yakker is.
never would have guessed.

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Pit Yakker! ( Or Yacker, Yakka). A person from a coal mining village, mainly associated with the North East of England. Originally a derogatory term, but we now embrace it as our own! Proud to be a Pit Yakker! (I'm not a Geordie) 😁 I'm sure that's cleared it up for ye D.K...😂

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89. Poetic comments. Thank you. Hope you enjoyed it.🌷

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