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John Marks

Fri 1st Nov 2019 21:00

Thanks Ray. Yep Becky. J

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raypool

Fri 1st Nov 2019 20:35

A moment of truth from me would be that i've never experienced this feeling of melding together during the act - which is sad I know. A cross to bear and who knows the reason. You have however a fine piece of poetry to illustrate a wonderful state of being. The idea of submissiveness or domination has never quite suited me, nor any partner. Ah well there you go.

Ray

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raypool

Fri 1st Nov 2019 20:30

A roller coaster of nostalgic delights interwoven in a clever way John. Keep on remembering, it rounds out the souls of us older fellows.

Ray

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raypool

Fri 1st Nov 2019 20:27

I sense a great frustration and a seeking Peter. A search for clear truths, never easy to find the true core of any emotion, changing like the sea.

Ray

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d.knape

Fri 1st Nov 2019 19:54

maybe bald heads are contributing to Global Warming.
there seems to be more of both!
haha

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Ruth O'Reilly

Fri 1st Nov 2019 19:30

Nigel, you forgot the creepy credit card Reader

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Ruth O'Reilly

Fri 1st Nov 2019 19:28

Special Thanks to Don, Dorothy, Nigel, Phillipos and Kate for reading and your comments.

Phillipos those ways of being remembered are interesting. I would love to have a tree instead of a grave stone, but not for a long time yet....I hope lol!

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Nigel Astell

Fri 1st Nov 2019 18:16

Thanks for your like Binte

I tried to keep the haunting feeling that was so fresh last night when young and old enjoyed dressing up, each to play out a role of the scary dead.

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afishamongmany

Fri 1st Nov 2019 17:45

Thanks Charlotte, Lisa and Robert, thanks Jennifer. Glad you liked.
Yea, there are times to stay attached and times to detach and times when you'll have to go with how the wind blows
Go well
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Becky Who

Fri 1st Nov 2019 17:41

Love it. Do we play "who gets the most references?"

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afishamongmany

Fri 1st Nov 2019 17:10

Martin, the French have an expression which translates as - I feel ok in my skin.
Mmm now why am I suddenly remembering the guy who used to bring his horse and cart down our road shouting out, 'Any ol' rag bownne! Any ol' rag bownne!
Go well
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afishamongmany

Fri 1st Nov 2019 16:52

Those bald heads must be helping to slow down global warming?
And all that money they save not going to the hairdressers. ?
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afishamongmany

Fri 1st Nov 2019 16:19

This poem is by a certain Road Runner 3, whoes online poetry I have come to know and greatly appreciate over a number of years. This one in particular I felt I should share here on WOL.
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Cynthia Buell Thomas

Fri 1st Nov 2019 16:17

My mind is humming these days, Thank God!

I can't imagine anyone considering this piece as salacious, or whatever. If there should be any 'backlash', just say so and I will remove it.

For the really sharp of mind, I so wanted to end it with 'From the First Big Bang', but then I considered some of my valued supporters and decided not! I could just HEAR the shrieks of mirth in my head.

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Nigel Astell

Fri 1st Nov 2019 15:50

He must do the time
to fit the crime!

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Jason Bayliss

Fri 1st Nov 2019 14:34

Thanks Ghazala, I'm really pleased that you noticed a musical undertone, I was actually listening to a bit of classical piano when OI wrote it.

J. x

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d.knape

Fri 1st Nov 2019 12:19


what light on yonder bald head shines?

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Ghazala Lari

Fri 1st Nov 2019 12:04

the law has loopholes which criminals take advantage of, criminals know law better than the law makers, so they use it to suit their needs and misuse it to fulfill their desires....factual situation of the law of land!!

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Ghazala Lari

Fri 1st Nov 2019 11:57

so beautifully crafted.....enjoyed the flow, the rhythm and the undertone of musical supply within the words embedded to arouse the soul's sleeping urge to rise and finally shine....bravo!!

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victoriavautaw@gmail.com

Fri 1st Nov 2019 02:23

Thanks Fred. I can relate! ?

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Thu 31st Oct 2019 23:45

John - the words which Graham refers to, which you posted on his profile (16 Oct), I recognise as my words to him on his return to WOL after a break.

No need to apologise John...I actually feel quite flattered that you went back eight months to find the quote.

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Don Matthews

Thu 31st Oct 2019 22:18

Do

It's the door to the Like-Minders Theme Park. You have the keys. Thalia says you're privileged...

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Tom Doolan

Thu 31st Oct 2019 22:15

Thank you Don for your sympathy
Just looked in the cracked mirror
And my reflection I cannot see !! - T ?

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Don Matthews

Thu 31st Oct 2019 22:08

My cravings don't get time Ruth
To even taste the dust
My neurons quickly grab them
Cos food they need, they must

I have a little problem Ruth
Police they took my phone
Was caught when driving using it
Can't text, sorry, it's gone

Thalia: I told you you can't do this Don....

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Don Matthews

Thu 31st Oct 2019 22:00

Sheesh Tom, you in dire trouble there.....

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Tom Doolan

Thu 31st Oct 2019 21:31

Thank you for your retort Hugh
And without any further ado
Let my glistening fangs devour you. T ?

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Thu 31st Oct 2019 21:10

I like the idea of a craveyard. Good pickings for future endeavours.

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kJ Walker

Thu 31st Oct 2019 20:31

I've just been reading some new translations of Cavafy by Ian Parks. And would strongly recommend them.

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Hugh

Thu 31st Oct 2019 20:30

When black cats prowl and pumpkins gleam,
May luck be yours on Halloween.

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Hugh

Thu 31st Oct 2019 20:25

When black cats prowl and pumpkins gleam,
May luck be yours on Halloween.

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Jason Bayliss

Thu 31st Oct 2019 18:41

And that Don, is the absolute truth. I wear every tear I've ever cried as a proud reminder that, just like everybody else on this planet, I'm human.

J. x

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Philipos

Thu 31st Oct 2019 17:44

I suppose we all have different ways by which we wish to be remembered. I think of the ancestral totem poles of the Red Indian as I say that - and the stone cut figures of the Easter Islanders from the past - to name but a few. Of course many poets have tried it as well including Sacha Moorsham, whom I cite: 'I hold dead friends like jewels in my hand.....' Have meditated that often enough as a lament at funerals for deceased friends. ?

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Tom Doolan

Thu 31st Oct 2019 17:39

Hi Do.RoThY - Thanks for sharing your Halloween reminisces. T ?

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Nigel Astell

Thu 31st Oct 2019 16:32

Door must stay open
let Mr Whatever enter
it will never close
we won't let it!

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Nigel Astell

Thu 31st Oct 2019 15:40

Door chain rattles
screaming can be heard
weird ghostly wail
stone hits window
please don't worry - - -
Mother's forgotten her key!

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Nigel Astell

Thu 31st Oct 2019 15:28

Tonight I might have to borrow a broomstick

She has released her frog spell so I can borrow one from the wicked witch I met at the Halloween party.

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Greg Freeman

Thu 31st Oct 2019 15:14

Places of Poetry have just announced that the deadline day is now Saturday 2 November!

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Don Matthews

Thu 31st Oct 2019 14:33

Clever Ruth.....

My creative cravings
Won't turn to stone
I'll text to you
On mobile phone

My mobile phone
Won't turn to stone
Creative drivel
(I've lost the plot....)

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Ruth O'Reilly

Thu 31st Oct 2019 13:12

What a great metaphor for these autumnal scenes- A battlefield!

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raypool

Thu 31st Oct 2019 13:09

There's a lot of skill in the words John for authenticity. You capture the flavour of New Orleans and the blues and there's a rawness in the music and the celebration of it that is spontaneous - the polar opposite of today's offerings in most cases. Go back to impoverishment for the genuine music of the heart. My favourite go to video is the Buona Vista club. Impeccable playing and sheer artistry. Is it still ok to use the word "negroes" by the way?

I'll get my coat.

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Ruth O'Reilly

Thu 31st Oct 2019 12:33

Hugh, your Halloween puns are getting worse! I'm going to get someone to turn you into a PUNpkin if you're not careful ?

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Ruth O'Reilly

Thu 31st Oct 2019 12:30

Good advice! Most problems we go through with our emotional states are as a result of not breathing properly. The is the absolute science of it all. Breathe clearly and you feed your brain with extra oxygen, and you know what that means....more great ideas.

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Hugh

Thu 31st Oct 2019 12:14

Eat ;drink and be scary,
Halloween is a time to be merry.

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Thu 31st Oct 2019 11:57

Your best yet D.

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d.knape

Thu 31st Oct 2019 11:52

Parting ways is such sweet sorrow
cannot we hold on to each other
the longer held, we may discover
there is more time that we can borrow.

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Tom Doolan

Thu 31st Oct 2019 10:02

A truly bewitching tale. T :)

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Don Matthews

Thu 31st Oct 2019 09:50

Oh, so good again Eric.....

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Tom Doolan

Thu 31st Oct 2019 09:49

Short, sweet & neat. T :)

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Ruth O'Reilly

Thu 31st Oct 2019 09:01

The Doors of Don's perception maybe. Or the doors of the wardrobe which leads us into the magical world of poetry.

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Don Matthews

Thu 31st Oct 2019 08:55

Wise words Lynn.....

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