HI Pete,
Brooms? Not sure about that one, but I guess it could be true for some. Why not a cucumber?Seems more realistic in shape and size. Great poem made me LOL, and the black mamba freaks me out, watched a real life show on that type of snake, had bad deams, never watch snake shows before bed.Well my tricep is almost as big as yours! great rant Pete!

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Hi Dermot, just want to say i think you did a fantastic job as compere on Thursday at the Tudor. You managed to keep us all entertained with both your own work and your repertoire.
God only knows how you rattled off so many introductions in flowing extracts from their work, but well done. It was a pleasure to meet you and hope to see you again soon.
Lots o love. Janet.xx

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Thanks very much for organising the event and for the encouragement!

Seamus - very sorry to hear about what happened, I was similarly attacked 3 months ago and I still get nervous when I'm out at night! Get well soon.

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Dear Melissa

The poem has deep psychological base. It is written in a way that shows the walls holding you in. There are walls that keeping each of us that way, feeling somewhat imprisoned to our own body. Fabulous thought provoking imagination for the reader. One day those wall will come down…Smile.

GREAT POEM!

Thank you for your wonderful comment on my poem "A NOTE."

Warmest Regards,
Zuzanna

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I never saw White Noise, but I was curious about it.

My poem was more about how we live within the internet, creating a digital face for all the world to see. :)

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I'm just catching up (been a busy week with Interpol on Tuesday and Mia's Below the Belt play last night), and will have to read this again.

Another interesting concept and I'm not sure whether I think it should be a poem or short story, or whether it matters! I love some of the lines in it anyway, ignore my ramblings and keep up the good work, cheers Jeffarambling!

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Original item by Richard Brooks

Hi Richard an interseting concept and a lovely (but sad) poem that leaves an air of mystery at the end, great stuff Jeff

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Hi Pete, hard hitting and chilingly accurate, the stuff is reeking havoc the world over, very very well written, jeff

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Hi Darren, I had the pleasure of of some 'Below the Belt' action on Thursday night!

I have to say it's one of the most enjoyable nights I've had in a long time, the play of course, the chance to chat with Mia and the cast and the whole atmosphere of the event. You have done a fitting tribute here and I can only echo what you have written, well done Mia and Co!

As far as the play was concerned, it was down right rude! Fantastic! Considering the content, it was (I think) a brave thing to do, I thought Mia made a bold move doing this and really stuck her neck out. If this is a sign of her work then she will be arrested very soon!

I actually think it worked well though because it was done in poetry, and even though it was risque (so no problem for me!) no-one would have been offended. Which considering some of the content would have had Chubby Brown thinking twice, is a tribute to the way it was written and performed.

I thought the sex therapist theme was very funny. Diane was an excellent character and reminded me of a lady from the Dear John sitcom who always said 'are there any sexual problems'! Brilliant performances by all, they should be proud to have been part of it!

As I said it was great to meet Mia and have a chat with Tracey and Emma. All in all a truly excellent evenings entertainment. I'm not surprised to hear that you enjoyed it as much as me and my friends.

I wish Mia and the others all the best for the future and I will be proud to say I knew them when they played the Waldorf!! Cheers Jeff

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Hi Mia, i just want to say congratulations on your play, I (and my friends) thought that it was excellent, very funny and true to life, only nobody likes to say cos they're too embarrassed. I'll put a comment on Darren's review which is a thoroughly deserved tribute!

For your first play (not that you would have known) it was quite excellent. I thought you stuck your neck out with this considering the content, it was (I think) a brave thing to do, well done. I think it worked because it was in poetry, and even though it was down right rude (so no problem for me understanding it!) no-one would have been offended, whens the next one!

It was great to meet you and hope to see you again soon, I'll read some of the snippets from the show again now I've had it live, so to speak! Ha, nice to chat to Tracey and Emma too. If you get chance to look at my stuff I would appreciate your opinion, best wishes Jeffarama! XX

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Sobering thought.................... nah! God blessed us with two drinking arms lol!

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Sobering thought.................... nah! God blessed us with two drinking arms lol!

Comment is about Between drinks (blog)

pass the tipping point and tilt your head back!

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Hello, Antonio

Excellent and amusing write. Like the creative site about veggies in your poem, it is educational with just enough sense of humour.

I miss the live meetings as we do not have those here.
You are very lucky that can meet others in those live presentations
and exchange some views.Thank you for sharing. Also thank you for your comment on my "A NOTE" poem.

Kind Regards,
Zuzanna

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Hello, Richard

Your poem shows many pictures not just one. I have picture your Footsteps in each stanza. So many of those in life; Can you imagine our feet walking each day how many steps we would print if one to add the prints from the entire life span. Very creative thought provoking write; enjoyed reading.

PS: Thank you for your comment and concern when I was absent from this site.

Thank you,
Zuzanna

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Original item by Richard Brooks

Hello, Neil Francis

The poem is lovely and tuned well with the Nature which I adore. Great job!

Thank you,
Zuzanna

Comment is about The rain meditates (blog)

Original item by Neil Francis Brooks

Hi, Neil Francis

I like this poem; it shows the real poet in you.
The voice intonation and the picture were nice too.
The write show your inner feelings an emotions.
Very moving write!

Thank you,
Zuzanna

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Original item by Neil Francis Brooks

HI, Neil Francis

This is great!
In few words you have painted the entire alphabet as it is.
Great write!

Cheers!
Zuzanna

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Original item by Neil Francis Brooks

HI, Pete

I found your poem quite amusing! All about that male organ...eh..?
It was fun to read this write. I think if you do the open microphone presentation;
You will make people laugh!

Thank you,
Zuzanna

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You have taken time to write a story tellin review!
This sounds an excellent powerhouse show
thanks for sharing Darren.

Comment is about Below the Belt by Mia Darlone (article)

Thank you Janet for your kind welcome and kissing tips. Always nice to meet an expert!

Mark

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Better start learning how to breathe through your nose when kissing mate.
Ha ha!
Sorry, couldn't resist. These are great little samples. Laughter in the first one and the finding of new love in the second.
Janet.x
ps. welcome to the site.

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Hiya Jeff, sorry i've not been in touch much recently. Been busy.
Wigan was a great night. It did kick off a bit late though and because it was a dry night, most of the younger end were in the outside area. The poetry can still be heard but it does feel as though they are not as interactive listening to others.
Hope you 've enjoyed your Manchester gigs and Hebden bridge. I am planning on attending the next Howcroft gig so hopefully i'll meet you soon.
Thankyou as always for your lovely comments.
love Janet.xx

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Very short and to the point and very clever, i think.
Janet.x

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Original item by Neil Francis Brooks

Re- your question about the word "reet."
All my old mates brought up in Wigan say it. But even if it belongs to Yorkshire, seeing as my family name is Ramsden, a true, good old Yorkshire name. I'm claiming it as mine anyway. Love Janet.xx

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Well if i decide i want to die laughing, i will remember your immortal words.
" I WANT AN ANGEL TO FUCK MY SOUL."
Absolutely brilliant richard!!!
I love everything about this poem. Although as Zuzanna says, it really is much more.

The only change i would make is perhaps altering "scream," for Aaaaargh!
Or something similar but it was in my head anyway.
BRILLIANTLY DARK, AND FUNNY !!
Love Janet.xx

Comment is about Passing Over (blog)

Original item by Richard Brooks

Actually, i've now remembered you told me you had written it before you came to Wigan.
It was good meeting you and your performance was excellent. Love Janet.xx

Comment is about Food for sport (blog)

"named your dog whisky" made me laugh out loud, Perfect bit of cruel comic timing there Mr Peter.

Got me some funny looks at work, mind.

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'Ello again to thee too!
And you missed your deadline of midnight, so officially, you've broken your own challenge. Sorry, my fault! ( i'm not really.)

This "buffet" looks a bit sickly to me Antonionioni. Anyway, time for bed. goodnight, god bless.xx

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Hi Sean, really like how you've described a seedy and tense situation so well and atmospherically, cheers Jeff

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hahaha yeah cheers!!!!

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hiya Dave
i love the way your poetry is so describable,
i can see in my mind what you are writing,
like reading a lovely story from a enjoyable book

i hope that makes sence lol

keep up the good work

sez x

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Richard, I see my spelling mistake there..It should read DRAMA' - Sorry.

Zuzanna

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Original item by Richard Brooks

Hello, Richard

Your poem has deep emotional base. Well written in a form to be presented in a open microphone and on the stage. It is a play and a dramt as well. You have captured the most trgic feeling of a person who is dying. It shows the feeling of passages in his life the love girfriend, wife divorce, a mistress etc...I see this partially as a dark write. Well arranged and written with a passion of a true poet -Thank you for sharing!

Thank you for the comment on my latest” Beautiful Life”poem.
I appreciate your comments.

Warm Regards,
Zuzanna

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Original item by Richard Brooks

I'm really pleased to be compering and performing for Apples and Snakes as part of this great line-up. Checkout the poets at

http://www.myspace.com/kat_francois
http://www.myspace.com/emmamcgordon
http://www.myspace.com/tonywalshpoet
http://www.myspace.com/animalwrites

Make a day of it! Hope to see you there -should be a great night.

Cheers

Tony

Comment is about APPLES & SNAKES MASTER CLASS and KAT FRANCOIS PLUS (article)

I'll have her on the wekends, you can have her mon- wed, thurs and fri are her nights off

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Yep! Everythin's in there!
The true "voice" of alcohol!!
( and its effects on people the world over.)

Great Pete, the range of emotions are far too many to mention.
Thanks for your comments, they're more than welcome. Janet.xx

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Glad you understand it Janet! I think I wrote this in the theory of the absence of someone I knew once and how they can change in such little time!

Comment is about I Knew You Once (blog)

Oh, you poor thing! Surely you could have done better than that. ha ha.

The "lady" that is, not the poem!
Just a little joke. Hope you don't mind. Janet.x

Comment is about Lady Of The Night (blog)

That's the trouble when we put people on pedestals. They tend to fall off.
Sorry if my comment appears flippant but it seems apt for this poem.
Love Janet.x

Comment is about I Knew You Once (blog)

Hi Mirna, i do hope they find each other.
Soulmates. Everyones dream come true.
Lovely as usual, Janet.xx

Comment is about More than Friends (blog)

This poem is very imaginative.
I did read it the other day but it didn't make much sense to me.
When i looked again today, i found i was scrolling through it a section at a time.
Doing that helped the punctuation which is missing throughout.
It's quite light 'n' very nice i think.
Thankyou, Janet.x

Comment is about The rain meditates (blog)

Original item by Neil Francis Brooks

yo Nat!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! where are you mahhhn.
X RAY SPECS GO FOR IT!!!

double glazing for the eyes n the munchkins......yummmie 24hr garage

Comment is about Nat Clare at the Octagon Theatre, Bolton June 2007 (photo)

excuse the pun but 'cheers!' Sarah. Now get writing!

Comment is about alcohol (blog)

Costa de la Luz is gorgeous. I recommend the 'Arte Vida' Hotel, Just to the North. Absolutely gorgeous place.

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Hey you

I agree with Sarah. i like this poem because it's honest, but it does not seek to degrade the city. With your imagery, you have captured the rawness, without falling upon cliches and stereotypes...
thank you

Mel

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I love the use of colour in this poem, the pink bar contasting with the yellow and dirt. Very effective.

Mel
x

Comment is about Lady Of The Night (blog)

Beautiful Mirna...simply beautiful

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Dear Melissa

The poem is much different from your usual writes. It is very imaginary and took me floating with you in the space, that was a travel in a outer world. Very modern writing;

Thank you really enjoyed this one.

Warm Regards,
Zuzanna

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Hi, Antonio

Do not worries the rain will stop. The rain is good for the hair as it suppose to be a clean water and soft, so I was told...Smile.
Great poem and much on time!

It has been raining here too for the last week.

Get a rain coat!

Thank you,
Zuzanna

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