Any government front bench employing the likes of those who
use language like "Tory scum" to describe the opposing Party in
Parliament is hardly likely to behave better during their eventual demise. I'd call that view an educated guess!
Comment is about DEAD FLOWERS (blog)
Original item by John Coopey
That’s a rather abstruse philosophical concept, MC; to compare something which has happened with something in the future that might happen or might not.
Comment is about DEAD FLOWERS (blog)
Original item by John Coopey
Her de-selection might make an epilogue for her autobiography.
Losing takes a certain grace and a much mocked Sir Jacob Rees-
Mogg displayed that much in spades. I wonder how the current
incumbents of the government front bench will measure up when
their time comes - as it surely will.
Comment is about DEAD FLOWERS (blog)
Original item by John Coopey
Tribal influences are an ingrained means of ensuring human
survival in an unfriendly world. It was and is part of our human
DNA when others seek to obtain primacy over their fellows wherever they may be. Summed up succinctly as "Better the
devil you know!" The dangers of letting down the guard is
embodied in the tale of the wooden horse of Troy....or "Beware
of Greeks bearing gifts". A more modern version might be "Trust
but verify!!"
Comment is about New World Sonnet (blog)
Original item by JD Russell
Unfortunately, I believe that most of us have the capabilities to display some of those traits that you have listed here.
Comment is about New World Sonnet (blog)
Original item by JD Russell
A face like a smacked arse as they say round here, Stephen.
Comment is about DEAD FLOWERS (blog)
Original item by John Coopey
Thanks for the recent likes and to Reggie for his comment.
I suppose Shakespeares stories and the lessons within are fading fast in our Isles, maybe in other nations Shakespeare is now more revered, I'm not sure. Certainly the streets of Stratford-upon-Avon throng with Chinese visitors at certain times of year.
He's often a bit like marmite but his lessons are mostly sound, his language isn't everyones cup of horlicks and he is most certainly not politically correct, which is sometimes refreshing.
This scribble is however nothing much to do with The Bard.
David.
Comment is about From Caves to Cages (blog)
Original item by David RL Moore
Thanks, Manish and David, your comments nailed where I was going. The poem was born when I saw some people looking/reading a poem of mine on the wall of a coffee shop near me. I didn't want to look, but of course I did!
Comment is about Poem Sat on a Coffee Shop Wall (blog)
Original item by John Gilbert Ellis
Thanks, John. Yes, the bad loser of bad losers. Still, it seems she's in the US at the Republican Convention, where everyone wins if they stick to the script.
Comment is about DEAD FLOWERS (blog)
Original item by John Coopey
This works brilliantly as a Larkin spin-off, Marnanel, and you do a great job in the rhythm by balancing fact and conspiracy (not to mention Oliver Stone).
A great read, thanks.
Comment is about Dallas Mirabilis (blog)
Original item by Marnanel Thurman
An interesting and revealing poem John.
I like the way the author imposes his disposition on the poem itself, as if a workman blaming his tools.
That in itself is revealing and I suspect purposeful on your part. I expect most writers of all standings have experienced such yearnings for their scribbles to be aknowledged in some respect.
Writers write for multiple reasons, I don't suppose any of them are content with limited reviews. That said motivations are varied and not all are exclusively self serving although some seem more obviously so.
David
Comment is about Poem Sat on a Coffee Shop Wall (blog)
Original item by John Gilbert Ellis
Wed 17th Jul 2024 01:40
Thank you, John, Tim, and M.C., for kindly commenting, I truly appreciate it! 😊
Comment is about Ageless... (blog)
Original item by Holden Moncrieff
They say it's one of those few moments in a lifetime when you can recall exactly where you were and what you were doing when you heard. It always struck me as a bit odd that someone could walk up and shoot Oswald while he was surrounded by policemen.
Great poem.
Comment is about Dallas Mirabilis (blog)
Original item by Marnanel Thurman
As I read every stanza, I could picture them written on the sticky notes of a coffee shop wall. Very Nice, John!
Comment is about Poem Sat on a Coffee Shop Wall (blog)
Original item by John Gilbert Ellis
Thank you very much, Tim. It means a lot to me.😇
And thanks to all those who liked this.
Comment is about Isn't Always Cute (blog)
Original item by Manish
Emphasising the importance of "making the effort". A lesson for
us all and gratifying in its promise of the rewards.
Comment is about Small Things (blog)
Original item by Ornella. Bushell
I still recall the image of the scene on board the presidential
'plane of LBJ taking the oath of office with a certain politician in
the background "tipping him the wink".
Comment is about Dallas Mirabilis (blog)
Original item by Marnanel Thurman
This is a fantastic poem! Every line. This may be my new favorite.
Comment is about Lovers (blog)
Original item by Tom
Thanks, Manish. I truly appreciate it.
To those who hit the like button for this poem or any of the others I have written, thank you so much for taking the time to hit the button.
Comment is about Occasional Fancy (blog)
Original item by Tim Higbee
Truths tremble on a tightrope - love this line, it declares it all.
Comment is about Ageless... (blog)
Original item by Holden Moncrieff
An astute observation, Mike
Ownership is the biggest fallacy in life. The happiest people I know understand that absolutely everything in life is on loan to us.
Comment is about Those Girls (blog)
Original item by Mike McPeek
And if you're not sure, "Go ask Alice"
Comment is about The Matrix (blog)
Original item by Cathi-Lee Williams
Love isn't always cute, and millions would agree. Love has many faces and some of them are cruel and ugly.
Very clear and intentional wording to demonstrate the desired intent. Well done, my friend.
Comment is about Isn't Always Cute (blog)
Original item by Manish
Spoken word
Clockwise circle
Poet's interpretation
Anti-clockwise circle
Poetic result
Collage masterpiece.
Comment is about July 2024 Collage Poem: Walk the Walk (blog)
Original item by Stockport WoL
Better late than never? Definitely, Greg. Thank you for a cracking, entertaining review.
Comment is about When did the ‘culture wars’ really start? Maybe back in the 60s … (article)
Original item by Greg Freeman
Waiting for the right person is the key the second is keeping your mindset focused.
Comment is about Day 21 (blog)
Original item by SunFlower
This is lovely Jordyn, and very relatable.
Comment is about Pebbles. (blog)
Original item by Jordyn Elizabeth
Lesson:
The psychologist's clues had led them astray,
Their hypothetical instances, causing dismay.
Assumptions, even by intellectuals, can be wrong,
So don't waste time assuming the worst, prolong.
In people's depths, mysteries may lie,
But judging without knowing, we should defy.
Let empathy guide us, let compassion lead,
For understanding the truth is what we truly need.
Comment is about Ph.D 🤪 (blog)
Original item by Watts
family and friends unite,
They despise her, filling his heart with fright,
Not for her intentions or potential plunder,
But to instill shame and fear, tearing him asunder.
True???
Comment is about Blocked within (blog)
Original item by Watts
Little does he know, her spirit remains strong,
Though broken and battered, she's not defeated.
For every demon he sends her way,
She fights back with grace and bravery.
Comment is about Spiteful (blog)
Original item by Watts
❤fear evaporated, leaving strength behind.
Comment is about The haunting (blog)
Original item by Watts
Thanks Tim, Martin and Leon for the comments. It's a tiny detail in an unbelievably bleak situation. This amount of death and destruction has no place in the world. Thanks for reading all.
Comment is about Ice Cream Van (blog)
Original item by Tom
I'm keeping tabs on you,
Recording your every move,
Who you meet, what you do,
One word against you, your life will be removed."
💔
Comment is about Keeping a tab on her (blog)
Original item by Watts
No amount of regret can change the past. The time wasted is time lost, it can't be retrieved. There's no such thing as time machine.
We should focus on lesson we learnt. We have all learnt our lessons. It was only our test of faith in God ultimately, rest everything just happened according to our choices we made.
There's no use crying.
There's no use getting angry on others.
There's no use replaying failed scenarios in our mind.
It has made us wise, mature, reasonable and strong.
It's an irreversible situation.
Trust lost can never be regained. No matter what one may do.
Comment is about Useless pursuit (blog)
Original item by Watts
It's normal to me too (from my younger days. I am elderly now, and long married). The quick letting go of a romantic relationship that did not last was a skill I learned as part of my journey back to myself, back to my wholeness.
Comment is about Day 19 (blog)
Original item by SunFlower
I so enjoy reading your poems, Sunflower. To me, they are like little snippets of philosophy, intertwined with a personal journey of growth. Wonderful!
Comment is about Day 20 (blog)
Original item by SunFlower
Excellent piece. It maintains the sonnet structure well enough, but the free-meter fits the offbeat subject much better than Iambic Pentameter would.
Comment is about Moving like Jagger (blog)
Original item by Greg Freeman
David and Manish, thank you so much for your generous and fascinating comments.
And thanks to Bramwell, Holden, K Lynn, Hélène, Tim and Auracle for liking this one.
Comment is about The Wind (blog)
Original item by Stephen Gospage
Thanks Auracle for your positive feedback 🙂
Thanks Hélène & Hugh for likes 👍
Comment is about Ordinary Day (blog)
Original item by Tom Doolan
The number of Shakespeare quotes used in general language is quite astounding, many of which are mis-quotes or have only a passing reference to Shakespeare's original. And although every Brit knows who Shakespeare is, only a small percentage have actually seen a play or film.
Comment is about From Caves to Cages (blog)
Original item by David RL Moore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xP52Oauid_I
Comment is about From Caves to Cages (blog)
Original item by David RL Moore
least resisted - yes the well-worn path of complacency and undeserved self-congratulations - for a possessing a certain set of genes, for being born into a rich family, for gender, pigmentation, sexual orientation....
Comment is about Ageless... (blog)
Original item by Holden Moncrieff
"Creative imagination has no boundaries, it is allowed to be free
So, when I choose who or what shall be let loose inside my head
I accept which way the flight of fancy may turn without any dread
As an observer of such cerebral events, I glean what’s worth decree
Perhaps I shall keep it to myself or put it down on paper for another to see."
Mind-blowing stuff, Tim. Another gem to your growing collection. I'm a fan, sir!
Comment is about Occasional Fancy (blog)
Original item by Tim Higbee
David RL Moore
Thu 18th Jul 2024 07:06
Thanks to Laura and Holden for their likes on this one.
David.
Comment is about Summer headlines long ago (blog)
Original item by David RL Moore