That's right, Ray. There's no death in a cloud. Perhaps that's what makes them so fascinating (and reassuring) to look at.
Comment is about TRANSFORMATION (blog)
Original item by ray pool
Thanks for the like Frederick - somebody loves me...
Ray
Comment is about INTERNAL AFFAIRS (blog)
Original item by ray pool
Brilliant, I love this one Stephen.
Comment is about The Beacon (blog)
Original item by Stephen W Atkinson
Simple and effective, Stephen. Who would have thought when this began last Spring that the might of Russia’s military muscle would be bogged down in this upcoming Winter?
Comment is about Day after Day (blog)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
Marvellous Imagery on different levels, Stephen. And technically tight too.
Comment is about The Beacon (blog)
Original item by Stephen W Atkinson
Possibly, MC.
Personally, on one level I am sad to see her go. I liked the way her titties jiggled when she walked on stage. I shall miss that.
Comment is about IT'S ONLY MAKE BELIEVE (blog)
Original item by John Coopey
I will definitely be buying this book Stephen 😀
Comment is about Never heard of this fella, but I'll give it a try.. (blog)
Original item by Stephen W Atkinson
I am so glad you understood it so well, corruption is killing most of our countries. It is sad that nothing gets done, it has been a problem, it is a problem, and it will continue being a problem.
Thank you for kind words
Comment is about TUKOMESHENI UFISADI. (blog)
Original item by kanini Beatrice
Thanks so much Stephen for your comment and Flyntland, Frederick, Helen, Bethany and K. Lynn for your likes. 😀
Comment is about Meeting Juliet (blog)
Original item by John Botterill
Lovely poem. Life affirming with a splendid denouement.
Comment is about Sensitivity (blog)
Original item by Hélène
The theme is sorrowful but thoroughly recognizable, many places in the world suffer this kind of political apathy many have this kind of corruption, and politicians who care less about those who elected them, veterans who have sacrificed most, are overlooked.
Fraternity or as it is known, the old boys' network is wrong, it has been the way for hundreds of years and there seems no way to stop it.
Great words, loved it
Comment is about TUKOMESHENI UFISADI. (blog)
Original item by kanini Beatrice
Thanks Stephen, sometimes reminiscence hurts.
You must have seen great changes since you were a young man," said Winston tentatively. The old man's pale blue eyes moved from the darts board to the bar, and from the bar to the door of the Gents ... "The beer was better," he said finally. "And cheaper! When I was a young man, mild beer - wallop we used to call it - was fourpence a pint. That was before the war, of course." "Which war was that?" said Winston. "It's all wars," said the old man vaguely. He took up his glass, and his shoulders straightened again. "'Ere's wishing you the very best of 'ealth!
Comment is about Late November (blog)
Original item by John E Marks
You're on a roll, John. I wonder what happened to Glenfiddich? I remember drinking some in 1984 (made a change from Victory Gin).
Comment is about Late November (blog)
Original item by John E Marks
Sometimes we have to fight - to stop bullying, abuse.
Comment is about Surrender (blog)
Original item by Hélène
Colors can both reflect mood and influence mood.
Comment is about Colors of the Day (blog)
Original item by Hélène
an invitation from eternity it certainly is. You write so well!
Comment is about Invitation (blog)
Original item by Hélène
I love the way this points up the horror and futility of war in such a heroic style.
Comment is about Lest We Forget (blog)
Original item by JD Russell
Great poem, John. It took me a while to understand the cult of Bowie; I think 'The Man who fell to Earth' did it. An unforgettable film.
Comment is about BOWIE (blog)
Original item by John E Marks
A lovely description of a happy moment, John.
Comment is about Meeting Juliet (blog)
Original item by John Botterill
Thanks for the likes Frederick and Holden as always.
Stephen, I think you're right there. He has displayed a human side throughout!
I fear that Milligan was far too leftwing to have ascended the traditional throne, more likely the outside toilet variety. I met him once at a function; he came to the stage during my dinner set and said: "do you know how insensitive you are?" A brief and ambiguous moment.
Ray
Comment is about A HEAD START (blog)
Original item by ray pool
Thank you Stephen and Flyntland, very kind of you.
And thanks to Frederick, Stephen, K Lynn and Holden for reading this one and the 'likes'. Much appreciated.
Comment is about University Payphone (blog)
Original item by Tom
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Sun 23rd Oct 2022 13:22
Thank you for liking * Grandma's golden hours*
Comment is about Hélène (poet profile)
Original item by Hélène
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Sun 23rd Oct 2022 13:20
Thank you for liking * Grandma's golden hours*
Comment is about Clare (poet profile)
Original item by Clare
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Sun 23rd Oct 2022 13:15
Thank you so much for liking *Age of dilapidation*
Comment is about Hélène (poet profile)
Original item by Hélène
This is a disturbing poem and reminds me of the trains packed with young men being swept off to 'The Front'.
The rhythm backs up the image.
The last two lines are so chilling, 'they' also wanted the right to live.
Comment is about Lest We Forget (blog)
Original item by JD Russell
Thanks for the likes and kind comments.
Comment is about RIP Keeley (blog)
Original item by julie callaghan
A Royal who was a fan of The Goons and could stand being
referred to as a "snivelling bastard" by the creator of that radio
lunacy is quite likely to display a rueful smile at this gentle
referral to a well-known personal feature. But don't bank on
a knighthood!
Comment is about A HEAD START (blog)
Original item by ray pool
The words are sharp and right to the point - like that of a
bayonet! An excellent prelude to the coming November
when Remembrance Day will also have added resonance
for the absence of our late Queen, its guardian over so many
occasions at the Cenotaph.
Comment is about Lest We Forget (blog)
Original item by JD Russell
Words worth anyone's time. We owe our fellow inhabitants
the care that allows a life as free from pain as possible - and an exit to match, whether human or otherwise. .
Comment is about Coincidence (blog)
Original item by John E Marks
Shucks, Miss Bethany - your pa displays all the discernment of a
refined gentleman! 😌
Comment is about GOING WEST - POETRY IN MOTION (blog)
Original item by M.C. Newberry
If you feel safe in the area you’re working in, you’re not working in the right area. Bowie
Ah, but a man's reach should exceed his grasp, Or what's a heaven for?” ― Robert Browning, Men and Women
Comment is about BOWIE (blog)
Original item by John E Marks
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Sat 22nd Oct 2022 20:57
To quote my invisible Stetson and gun wearing/slinging * Paw*...
tham thar the mighty finest 'thang since sliced bread Ma'am! (me)
it's a wonder we aren't missing quite a few rooftiles with all the six-guns going off on telly day in day out! 😅
his fave cowboy film black bart type character-Jack Palance
his fave cowboy film goodie' ( sorry Mr Wayne ) Clint Eastwood
Comment is about GOING WEST - POETRY IN MOTION (blog)
Original item by M.C. Newberry
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Sat 22nd Oct 2022 20:30
The * Thin white Duke * took some beating, that's for sure John
cool poem!
Comment is about BOWIE (blog)
Original item by John E Marks
Just got my copy. As well as being a great read, it's for a worthy cause.
Comment is about Never heard of this fella, but I'll give it a try.. (blog)
Original item by Stephen W Atkinson
He may not, Ray. I was going to say that it was a sideways look at the new monarch, but you can't see them so well from there.
Comment is about A HEAD START (blog)
Original item by ray pool
My thanks to Frederick, Steve, Stephen, Holden, Julie, Flyntland and Helène for liking this one. I have always been fascinated by remote communities and how their attitudes develop.
Comment is about Mountain People (blog)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
"Victim syndrome" eh? Just because we think they're out to get
us doesn't mean they're not! 😐
Comment is about IT'S ONLY MAKE BELIEVE (blog)
Original item by John Coopey
My grateful thanks to Fred,Stephan A. and K Lynn for reading and for your likes.
Also to Tom, Stephan G. and Holden for you much appreciated and encouraging comments.
Comment is about THE BARDS SONG (blog)
Original item by Flyntland
Thanks Stephen, much appreciated
Steve
Comment is about I Am Your Friend (blog)
Original item by Steve Higgins
gentle, sensitive and loving - what a beautiful poem.
Comment is about University Payphone (blog)
Original item by Tom
Stephen Gospage, John Botterill, Thankyou for your kind comments, they much appreciated. Thanks to everyone for reading and liking.
Comment is about Lady With The Sad Eyes (blog)
Original item by Clare
Stephen Gospage
Tue 25th Oct 2022 16:15
A superbly judged poem, Russell.
Comment is about The Small Square Table (blog)
Original item by JD Russell