Thanks Jemima for your nice complement.

Comment is about My Pain (blog)

Original item by Saikia Surjya

Hi Keith, Ray, Colin and Jon
Thank you all for your posts and I can advise you of my intent to write a massive thriller about containment, strangers and with no point of reference- a bit like my local- Tommy. ;- )

Comment is about ray pool (poet profile)

Original item by ray pool

Hi Keith, Ray, Colin and Jon
Thank you all for your posts and I can advise you of my intent to write a massive thriller about containment, strangers and with no point of reference- a bit like my local- Tommy. ;- )

Comment is about keith jeffries (poet profile)

Original item by keith jeffries

Hi Keith, Ray, Colin and Jon
Thank you all for your posts and I can advise you of my intent to write a massive thriller about containment, strangers and with no point of reference- a bit like my local- Tommy. ;- )

Comment is about Jon Darby (poet profile)

Original item by Jon Darby

Hi Keith, Ray, Colin and Jon
Thank you all for your posts and I can advise you of my intent to write a massive thriller about containment, strangers and with no point of reference- a bit like my local- Tommy. ;- )

Comment is about Excuse my hand (blog)

Original item by Tommy Carroll

Thank you for commenting on my Untitled poem. I'm really glad you enjoyed it ?

Comment is about Sidra Shahid (poet profile)

Original item by Sidra Shahid

Saikia this poem is so beautiful.Thank you.Jemima.

Comment is about My Pain (blog)

Original item by Saikia Surjya

Love this.
Is it Mary Berry?
Queen of baking, smiling, wearing interesting tops.

Hannah

Comment is about QUEEN IN THE KITCHEN (blog)

Original item by ray pool

Beautiful poetry, stunning, so rich in detail.
I could see the photos of the mum and dad, smell the long ago perfumes.
The history of a family in a piece of furniture.
So deserving of POTW.

Hannah

Comment is about 'The Dresser' by Jon Darby is Write Out Loud's Poem of the Week (article)

Original item by Greg Freeman

mad! but I love it.Thank you.Jemima.

Comment is about Ridiculous Rhymes (blog)

Original item by Jennifer Malden

Dude, that was lovely. I have to admit I haven't read much of your work but I will be doing, going forward. Theres so much on this site and I have so very little time. I have 'go-to' poets that I tend to go straight to. I really liked this poem, so I'll add you to my favorites and read some more.
I have to admit my own childhood was nothing like that, and I didn't really 'do' school, but I was very happy. I think i'd like to try and write about it soon.
Thanks. Beno.

Comment is about A Fire Screen for Learning (blog)

Original item by keith jeffries

Wow!! The last verse hit me right in the feels,
Beautiful!
Best regards,
Sidra

Comment is about Untitled (blog)

Original item by Miranda Fegan

Beautiful ?

Comment is about The Theif, The Craftsman, The Artist, The Liar. (blog)

Original item by Nick

Dont fart at the cat!! ?
Loved it

Comment is about Ridiculous Rhymes (blog)

Original item by Jennifer Malden

Hi Cynthia. So kind of you to comment on my photos ! The coloured one is the old git and the other is the young suavo aged 20. Hard to spot the difference I know! I thought it was moody and in fact an early selfie taken with a self timer(the predecessor of the umbilical version). Bless yer.

Ray

Comment is about Cynthia Buell Thomas (poet profile)

Original item by Cynthia Buell Thomas

Hello. I am trying to contact the Dead Good Poets' Society to book a slot at their regular Open Mic for 2018.
My first full collection, Melted Cheese on the Cosmic Pizza, has just been published by Erbacce Press . Can anyone help?
Kind regards, Andrew Button

Review is about Dead Good Poets' Society on 3 Jan 2018 (event)

Great title Ray and fabulous poem! Love the lines,' here comes Mary like fairy dust, gentle queen of cake and crust'.
Also,the thought of said Mary twain in two like a baked item is a deliciously wicked thought.

Comment is about QUEEN IN THE KITCHEN (blog)

Original item by ray pool

Congratulations on POTW Jon and thanks for taking the time to respond to the Q&A's, a feature which many of us look forward to reading each week. It doesn't take much time and effort for members to acknowledge and reciprocate the likes, comments and accolades left for them so it is good to see you have broken the silence of the previous two weeks!

And this is such a good poem, one which I very much enjoyed reading earlier in the week. All the best. Colin.

Comment is about 'The Dresser' by Jon Darby is Write Out Loud's Poem of the Week (article)

Original item by Greg Freeman

Sheer brilliance! Thank you Keith.

Comment is about November (blog)

Original item by keith jeffries

Cheers Keith

Comment is about The Blue World below (blog)

Original item by Rick Varden

You can find more of my poetry on line including performance videos simply by searching on DAVID SUBACCHI.

Comment is about ANOLINI (blog)

Original item by David Subacchi

Fred,beautifully and highly descriptive indeed. Thank you. Keith

Comment is about The Blue World below (blog)

Original item by Rick Varden

Cheers guys, well we all use them, sometimes with some effect other times not. At the end of the day I’m over the moon! Ha ha

Comment is about Anecdotal Attributes (blog)

Original item by Rick Varden

A beautiful sentiment said in an ugly way!

Comment is about Go For It (blog)

Original item by Lewis O'Brien

Truly beautiful full of love and adoration for mum and dad i sense the comfort you get from those treasured memories stored and hidden away deep in your thoughts and then revealed to us your readers glimpsing into your intimate memories love this poem so touching loved the line...
Its womb like hold.
Keep on reminiscing x
Christine x

Comment is about 'The Dresser' by Jon Darby is Write Out Loud's Poem of the Week (article)

Original item by Greg Freeman

I do not as of yet. I'll let you know if I think of one that I feel is fitting. Thank you for your lovely comment.

Comment is about Kay D. Gould (poet profile)

Original item by Kay D. Gould

Thank you so much Fred. Knowing that my words are being understood, and that people can relate to them, means a lot to me!

Comment is about Insomnianguish (blog)

Original item by Kay D. Gould

Well deserved POTW Jon. ?
Love the way your poem draws you in with the dresser and then takes you on a journey through your childhood.
Well done!
Paul

Comment is about 'The Dresser' by Jon Darby is Write Out Loud's Poem of the Week (article)

Original item by Greg Freeman

Cynthia, you were right. I got it wrong. I appreciate all comments and corrections. I am grateful that you take time to review my work. With gratitude. Keith (Najd)

Comment is about Cynthia Buell Thomas (poet profile)

Original item by Cynthia Buell Thomas

The connection between human life, its hope and belief,
and harsh reality is poignantly portrayed in these short
lines. This has many forms and the shoes here have
a comforting "history" with the items placed with the
departed across the borders of faith and country.

Comment is about Favourite Shoes (blog)

Original item by Albert Van Skywalker

Jon, Congratulations on Poem of the Week. Brilliant. Keith

Comment is about The Dresser (blog)

Original item by Jon Darby

"Good will" - an expression that describes the obvious way
of relating to our fellows and the best way of preventing
conflict in all its forms. We should all be working towards
its priority in our dealings with each other.

Comment is about If It Started This Christmas (blog)

Original item by Dave Dunn

I'm so pleased you got this POTW Jon especially being that you're so receptive and open minded on here. This poem must have hit a nerve with lots of us. It is very hard to separate ourselves from treasured furniture at the end of a life, and to watch especially as men in vans tacitly cart them off. Heartbreaking stuff.

Ray

Comment is about 'The Dresser' by Jon Darby is Write Out Loud's Poem of the Week (article)

Original item by Greg Freeman

Looking good Andy - - - please save me a copy

Comment is about Enemy of the Wall (blog)

Original item by Andy N

Hi Cynthia,

I just re-read this, and have corrected my mistakes!

Some of the lines didn't have 12 syllables.

Rich.

Comment is about Society (blog)

Original item by Rich

Brilliantly suggestive in so few words. The epitome of poetry, simultaneously including and opening the reader's mind and emotions.

Comment is about 'A Room Alone' by A.M.Clarke is Write Out Loud's Poem of the Week (article)

Original item by Greg Freeman

Probing and honest. The detail is delightful. It is amazing how a single piece of furniture can encapsulate so much, but it truly can.

Comment is about 'The Dresser' by Jon Darby is Write Out Loud's Poem of the Week (article)

Original item by Greg Freeman

Jeez Louise, that is one sexy photo in black and white. And also one fine picture in colour, still - commanding!

Comment is about ray pool (poet profile)

Original item by ray pool

Very atmospheric with splendid imagery. It deserves multiple readings.

I can't be sure whether you like or dislike suggestions or corrections. But, I'll risk it, just because it's so good. And it's 'page poetry'. I think you want 'mantle', a 'covering', as opposed to a 'mantel' over a fireplace. But I could be wrong. It's the closeness of 'blanket' that made me feel you might just have chosen the wrong spelling. I've tried to put both ideas into your particular line and also the general content.

If I'm wrong, be cross with me by all means, and set me straight.

Comment is about The Najd (blog)

Original item by keith jeffries

This is so powerful I just can’t say anymore, choked. Thank you

Comment is about A Picture of You (blog)

Original item by Pauliegreg

Very clever Fred. Made me smile.

Comment is about Anecdotal Attributes (blog)

Original item by Rick Varden

well hello you back! Thanks for that Chris. I'm more SW than mid - Carmarthen way.

Comment is about Passing Fashions (blog)

Original item by Chris Armstrong

Really enjoyed this piece, love your use of anecdotes. Really made me smile.
Thanks for sharing.
Paul

Comment is about Anecdotal Attributes (blog)

Original item by Rick Varden

Do you have a title for your sample? It’s really good.

Comment is about Kay D. Gould (poet profile)

Original item by Kay D. Gould

Succinct to the point, yet powerful. It leaves a lot to think about, including reminiscing over past similar feelings, where one feels at fault for things done, but knowing it’s not you. Well done Kayleigh.

Comment is about Insomnianguish (blog)

Original item by Kay D. Gould

Thanks David - you've got it in one.

Very kind Jon thanks. I do like a rhyme now and again - it helps grease the tongue in cheek!

Suki, many thanks indeed. I like that assessment ! All's well ...

Appreciate the likes too Col and Paulie

Ray

Comment is about FORTIFICATIONS (blog)

Original item by ray pool

Hey Tommy
I detest lifts although can just about cope with certain ones especially if they're large and see through. Once you're in you're stuck no matter how uncomfortable aren't you?
Great poem though...if I'm ever in one I always feel relieved too when the doors open.

Comment is about Excuse my hand (blog)

Original item by Tommy Carroll

Thanks for your great comments, I really appreciate it ?

Comment is about A Picture of You (blog)

Original item by Pauliegreg

On the Other Side of the Hill

As I sit in my cottage
bedroom-office
thinking
I wonder who they are
these others
who share my words:
those who just bump into me
fleetingly
and the old friends
visiting.
What brings us there?
We know
our common thread
is language:
words with which we play
words which lay us bare
words which salvage
our souls.
But that common thread
connects our minds
only.
Our bodies remain estranged:
You may be on the other side of my hill
in mid-Wales
or not.
But a good word to use now is
Hello
You!

Comment is about Passing Fashions (blog)

Original item by Chris Armstrong

Hey Jon,

Thank you so much for taking the time to read and comment my poem. It truly means a lot to me that you enjoyed it. ?

Comment is about Don't Let Go (blog)

Original item by Joanne German