Hi Val,
thanks for your comment on Mr. Skoulikaris and i think you're probably right. I've decided that i will edit the ending. I just hate the thought of 'fate' or 'death' as it were in this instance to be the ending so i might look for other ways around that. :-)

Are you back home now?
Janet.x

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Hi Val
Your far, far too kind, but I thank you anyway. Pleased you enjoyed it.
Steve

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Hi Val, thanks for the comment re Kids In Buckets. Its also our first go at an audio as I thought I should modernise! I am hoping to take some childrens poetry to the Edinburgh Fringe for Jenny to perform if I can find a venue, if you have any tips please let me know as I have no experience. Anyway the reason I am commenting is its good to hear from you, I have missed you and hope you had a great and poetically inspiring time in Australia. I hope to see you again, Jane

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Thanks Val, really enjoyed the night. Lovely, genuine welcome from everyone there. Thank you.

I look forward to the next. Nicky x

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thank you as ever my darling... you say the kindest things
love ya to bits
gusxx

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Hi Val,
Thanks for your comments and suggestions on my recent blog entry - they're much appreciated. I've taken it off for the moment - I'll have another look at it when I have the time and inclination.
Hope you're well,
Cx

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Hi Val, thank you for your kind comments. It's one of the few things I've written that is completely true, it was the experience of a friend and colleague who only told me the stroy after working together for about six years, I was very affected by it at the time but I hope it shows even the tragedies that befall us can be life affirming in their own way. I feel there is a sense of that in your own very powerful and passionate writing, especially Broken Heart where I think you make fantastic use of language'The knife that cut was long and thinSilent as it slid right in' - ouch!

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Thanks Val. :-)

Janet.x

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"The Ocean" carries a very good message...

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Hi Val, thanks for your recent comments, and the one for Chloe's poems.
You're a star!

Janet.x

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Hello Val,
thank you for your recent kind comments on my poem דבורה. : ) deb xx

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Hello Val, thank you for your kind comments about Rod Break.

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Hi Val, thaks for your comment on My Gramps. He was very special to me.
Cate xx

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Hi Val,

Thanks very much for your comment on 'You'. I really enjoyed 'Broken Heart', definitely paints a vivid picture of the pain of losing somebody close to you.

Rachel

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Hi Val,
thanks for your comment on my poem ''Comfort zone.'' I like the sentimentality of keeping something which served well and was useful into the bargain. Shame your dads got put in the shed though.

Janet.x

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Hi Val

thanks for commenting on Only Fond. I particularly liked 'Paradise' of yours

Dave

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Hello Val - we haven't met before but I enjoyed taking a peek at some of your poetry. Could particularly identify with 'Good Mother' - that is something I often worry about. Also loved My Hearts Triumphant Cry - it reminds me of the first time I was able to buy a take away for the family instead of having to cook - not something I do often but the luxury of being able to and the choosing - the simple things in life eh?
Bye for now. Isobel xx

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Thanks Val. like they say 'if you didn't laugh you'd cry.'
I've been reading some of your poems ,some very passionate work there -I like
'...floating between heaven and earth
in tune with the sound of the sea.'
a great finish.

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Hi Val,
thank you for your nice comments. I have had a quick read of a couple of your poems and think that you have written some really good stuff.

My poems are all just recorded sat at my laptop in my bedroom and so hopefully they come alive a bit more when i'm on stage performing. I look forward to seeing you at the north west regional heat if you are going. Are you performing?

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So many nicely written poems...
I especially like 'Bliss'

'I move close
Gently kiss his lips.
His eyes open and look deep into mine.
Arms draw me into his embrace,
We both smile.
Bliss.'

Mmmm... it is Bliss : )

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Thak you Val
Jennifer was my first girl...now you're suggesting she was a boy...??
mmmmm...No wonder we got on so well...

Gusx

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Hi Val
thanks for reading and commenting on Where there's hope, glad you liked it.
winston

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thanks muchly for your comment val, had a rootle around your page and glad you've got loads of stuff up to get me teeth into, i've really enjoyed having a read of everything, especially Good Mother- it made me sad and happy, happysad, if you will. bestest, sally xx

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Hi Val,
and thanks for comments on "Phoenix." I guess the story ends there - except for the usual "happily ever after." I'm not sure I could extend it. However, I do seem to write an inordinate am,ount of narrative poetry, so there will be more stories.
Your "Paradise" is an interesting concept of the near-death experience - if that is indeed what you intended! I won't mind at all if I go that way! I also enjoyed the gentle eroticism of "Bliss" - understated and mentally stimulating
Regards,
A.E. x

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Hi Val,

Thanks for your comment on Different Dad. I don't think enough people currently tango in tesco. By the way I can't tango.

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Hello! Thank you for the comment on my poem, I really like your poetry, will be commenting shortly !
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Thank you, Val, for your comment on playstation. I appreciate it x

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Thank you Val re Summer's Day...

Love ya to bits
see you soon
Gus x

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Hi Val
Thanks for commenting upon my football poem. Nice to write something lighter for once
Win

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Hi Val
thanks for reading and for your comments re Bus stop Murder.
see you out and about (weather permitting)
Win x

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Hi Val
Just read your poem Bliss. Lovely feeling coming across in this one. Nothig jolted, nothing was "Mills and Boon" and a realistic and peacefull end.... lovely. Thankyou x
Winston

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Hi Val.
Thanks for stopping by to comment on "testament." I have yet to perform this - but I guess I will need quite a lot of practice first as it's full of the kind of words and phrases that easily trip the reader up. I'm working on posting the audio file, but struggling as this is a first for me.
I have been strolling through your samples, and very much admire your environmental pieces. If poetry can be used as a tool to make people sit up and take notice, then so much the better. Keep them coming!
Regards, A.E. X

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Knicky Knacky bloody NOO!........ hi Val
Cant you wait until Sunday At the Tent to get rat arsed..
Many thanks for your encouraging chant!
Thanks again
Gus

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Hi Val.
thankyou very much for your comment on my poem,"Indigo Children."
It's really appreciated.
Janet.x

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Thats how I lost my hair Val!
Regards
Gus

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Thanks Val for your kind comment see you again soon....
Gus

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Thanks for your visits and comment, Val, and I too have enjoyed your trad. verses. Also, good luck with your children's book; and, as you may have noticed, quite a few of my Walkabouts/day-trips began at Bolton train station.

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Val, my favourite of yours is Broken Heart. It so acurately, acutely, exactly describes the experience of having one to me. I suspect practically everyone who has ever had their heart broken - especially by a true love - could relate to it.
My second favourite poem of yours above is The Ocean. I love the seas so much and like you am so horrified by what's happening to them. I try not to worry about it. My favourite present-day artist is Christian Reise Lassen. I wonder are you familiar with him - he paints idealised and often fantasy ocean scenes based on the beauty of the Hawai beaches and ocean, especially Maui, where he's lived since childhood. As well as producing the dreamiest and most swoonworthy art, he also is a concerned environmentalist who strives to protect and heal the oceans. (http://www.lassenart.com/)

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Hi Val. I'm deeply moved by your poetry. I prefer poetry which expresses emotion and emotional experiences as well as technical skill - like yours. all the best, Mary

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Hi Val. Thanks for your comment on my poem, spirit island. I 've tried to explain the last line in a comment on my blog if you wish to take a look at it.
I've read some of your work previously and enjoyed much of it. It's very easy on the eye and senses. Well written in my view.
I have no great literary experience but i do know what i like to read. love Janet.xx

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Wow, the "Hearts Triumphant Cry" shows how divorce -(or wodowhood???) made you one happy lady!!!

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Thanks for reading & commenting on my poem
Paul

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Thanks Gemma, yes I do feel more confident each time I read. Its down to the great atmosphere that is generated by so many talented poets like yourself. ;¬)

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Thanks Val x Will you be putting some of your new poems on here? Your latest performances have been really powerful, brilliant, you'll be giving Mr Crompton a run for his money soon!

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Thanks Carol
I have just posted the Valentine Poem. "You are the One" And yes, "Bliss" is rather romantic too.

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Hi Val,
It must be 'Bliss' - your romantic poem - and very romantic it is too!

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I enjoyed your poems very much, thanks

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I thought you did rather well at th'Octagon!
Well Done.
Paul

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Hi Val,

Good to see you are enjoying the scene. I look forward to hearing some more poems from you. Would liked to have attended Bolton Octagon to see everyone. You say you felt something wrong as you read a new poem, don't worry - you are not alone, I think we all go through it, you will find the words......Pete

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Thanks Moxy. Hope to meet up with you again x

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