Don,

LMAO is laughing my ass off

I can't help occasional chaticonynyms

Comment is about D.I.Y An Unfinished Love Story (blog)

Original item by Ruth O'Reilly

Good one Nigel. From B & Q to BBQ

Comment is about D.I.Y An Unfinished Love Story (blog)

Original item by Ruth O'Reilly

No I mean how do we know they know?

Comment is about PRIORITIES (blog)

Original item by ray pool

Inter changeable humour Don, I think deep, then just rise back up to the surface and remember to smile at it all?

Comment is about D.I.Y An Unfinished Love Story (blog)

Original item by Ruth O'Reilly

No, Graham, Ray is correct. We can never know precisely. We can hypothesize our purpose (or lack of). Doing so would require that we step away and observe ourselves impartially from outside ourselves, which is an impossibility. So all theories of being and purpose are essentially flawed at the outset.

D

Comment is about PRIORITIES (blog)

Original item by ray pool

At least we've found out that it's a dirty secret....we're doing well here!

Nice work with the suspense Lisa, kept us reading just in case the secret was to be revealed. Secret secrets are the best though

Comment is about Dirty Little Secret (blog)

Original item by Lisa C Bassignani

Brilliant Economy of Words Here Ray With Such A Vast Message and I must admit to regularly consulting my ephemeris!

Thanks for your feedback on my recent poems.

Comment is about PRIORITIES (blog)

Original item by ray pool

You are all so kind. Thank you for reading and commenting. I have had some great communication on this site...which is I think what folks want.

Comment is about Folks Want (blog)

Original item by Adam Rabinowitz

But how do you know?

Comment is about PRIORITIES (blog)

Original item by ray pool

A hooligan is a hooligan - wherever !

Comment is about Party Tricks in Bali (blog)

Original item by Don Matthews

Much truth in these lines - especially nowadays when any act or omission that requires contrition evokes the word - as if it is a
salvation that ensures forgiveness. I remember a line from the Leigh Brackett script for the famous Western film "Rio Bravo" in which
the exasperated John Wayne character says to an erring pal -
"'Sorry' don't get it done!" Politicians should have that on a plaque
in their offices.

Comment is about “Sorry" Is A Sorry Word (blog)

Original item by Chrystel Roberts

Mae,

I love the poem in both iterations. Your nip and tuck has certainly changed my interpretation of it. Keep it up!

D

Comment is about Divine Sacrifice (blog)

Original item by Mae Foreman

Now that's not fair. Now you have to tell us.

I'm kidding of course. Keep it unless it is doing you harm and if so try to forget what it is and then no one will know...even you.

Comment is about Dirty Little Secret (blog)

Original item by Lisa C Bassignani

As one who argues with those incessant voices I so appreciated your words. Thank you for sharing.

Comment is about Destination (blog)

Original item by DESMOND CHILDS

Hi Ray - you didn't say when you made a visit to West End Central
but the descriptions seemed to match a certain time. Who knows...if
you'd visited its opposite West End number up the road in Marylebone (just off Oxford Street) we might have met !!! A lot of
water has passed under the bridge since those days but the memories remain.

Comment is about ray pool (poet profile)

Original item by ray pool

Thank you Adam! Such a lovely comment!?And let me say that you captured my intent perfectly! That was the spirit in which it was written. Thank you for the support!
Mae

Comment is about Divine Sacrifice (blog)

Original item by Mae Foreman

Joy to wake up to a friend's words. What a wonderful piece of writing.

I do not recall the name of the book but set in Alaska and written by an indigenous man much was said about the gratitude towards the earth towards the creator and towards the animal whose sacrifice fed the people. I try to hold that attitude towards food but rarely do I think I have carried it towards fruit. I wish one could pictures in comments as our plum tree gave us almost 30 pounds of the sweetest fruit this year.

Comment is about Divine Sacrifice (blog)

Original item by Mae Foreman

True dear Jason! I realized it came a tad too angry and somewhere along the way I forgot to express my gratitude. We exploit the earth we live in to the fullest as it is, at least we should say "thank you". Hopefully we are on our way trying to be kinder to her, protect her from the greedy of our societies.
Thank you!?
Mae

Comment is about Divine Sacrifice (blog)

Original item by Mae Foreman

Too let the belly be another mother's child's tomb. What a beautifully crafted line and relevant to everything we eat, and everything the huge lumbering beast called society eats and every soul that's eaten up by the ravenous dragon of war, and in all that we're ok as long as it's their child and our belly,

So many layers.

J. x

Comment is about Divine Sacrifice (blog)

Original item by Mae Foreman

I wouldn't say angry...Graphic maybe... perhaps a little nip and tuck is in order, to
better divulge the message. Hope this is better!?
Mae

Comment is about Divine Sacrifice (blog)

Original item by Mae Foreman

Thanks Devon, kate, John and Cynthia, I reckon I'll probably snap out of this reflective mood soon. ?

J. x

Comment is about Sitting On The Shores (blog)

Original item by Jason Bayliss

Cynthia, this was delightful and insightful. I felt like I was watching them alongside you. Thanks very much for this, I'm looking forward to more reflections.

Comment is about Wood Pigeon (blog)

Original item by Cynthia Buell Thomas

In a thousand years it will all be the same.

Comment is about Sitting On The Shores (blog)

Original item by Jason Bayliss

Welcome to WOL,Eiren. I think anyone who is compelled to 'write' definitely 'takes things seriously'. Whatever your mouth says, your mind disagrees.

Comment is about Eiren Water (poet profile)

Original item by Eiren Water

Well considered. Well put. Well heeded!

Comment is about Sitting On The Shores (blog)

Original item by Jason Bayliss

Thank you Dorothy, I appreciate the feedback. Your comments always make me smile. ?

Devon, I had not considered the angle on solitary confinement, but you are so right, it really does apply as much there as with the general meaning you mention first, which was my intention, the broader human scope as well as the singular experience of lovers.
Thanks for taking the time to comment, it's always appreciated.

e. xxx

Comment is about and i begin to fade (blog)

Original item by Eiren Water

There is a Q
at B&Q
D I Y can wait!
giving love a chance
to get back
on track!

Comment is about D.I.Y An Unfinished Love Story (blog)

Original item by Ruth O'Reilly

A scourge upon anyone who snickers! You don't know what powers I might have. Even if I don't know where you live! HA!

Look at us today - all nature oriented! How interesting! (Probably my favourite expression of all time! I say it ten times a day, at least!)

Comment is about Wood Pigeon (blog)

Original item by Cynthia Buell Thomas

Thank you Devon!!! I'm glad to be back, I've been struggling with a terrible dry spell... Let's hope that piece marks the end of it! Thank you ?
Mae

P.S. Next stop: long overdue Ghazal!

Comment is about Divine Sacrifice (blog)

Original item by Mae Foreman

Little ink pen says
Ruth I love your poem

Now to sort that Nigel out - - -
and get him going!

Comment is about Craving (blog)

Original item by Nigel Astell

Mae,

Glad to see you back and with such force. This piece is stunning, brutal and angry.

D

Comment is about Divine Sacrifice (blog)

Original item by Mae Foreman

True friends understand each others needs and make those paramount. It sounds like you were the truest of friends.
Beautiful words Lisa.

J. x

Comment is about My Catalyst (blog)

Original item by Lisa C Bassignani

A beautiful reflective piece that places life in perspective. Loved this.

Comment is about Sitting On The Shores (blog)

Original item by Jason Bayliss

Eiren,

Contained within this poem, whether you intended it or not, is a very broad statement on human interdependence, the necessity of contact that defines our species. Without it, we fade. It also alludes tothe barbarous cruelty of solitary confinement. That is just my interpretation, of course. But that is the beauty of poetry. Very well done

D.

Comment is about and i begin to fade (blog)

Original item by Eiren Water

Jason,

This sets a much needed positive vibe on a Saturday morning as I sit here with coffee waiting for the sun to rise. All the nuggs are there, as Lisa has said. Thanks.

D

Comment is about Sitting On The Shores (blog)

Original item by Jason Bayliss

Oh I'd love to think so Lisa, which probably means I'm further away from it than everybody.?

J. x

Comment is about Sitting On The Shores (blog)

Original item by Jason Bayliss

Jason,
This whole poem is about clarity. Sitting on the shores, under the vast skies, the distant stars, searching for meaning and purpose. Perhaps you have found it and are giving us directions here?
Lisa

Comment is about Sitting On The Shores (blog)

Original item by Jason Bayliss

Another clever treat, and I see a parallel with the Brother Leaf in the presentation which seems to nicely wrap everything up, which you unfold and the message is within. A clear and inventive mind if I may say. (I felt the word wry coming on too!)

Ray

Comment is about D.I.Y An Unfinished Love Story (blog)

Original item by Ruth O'Reilly

I can almost smell the woodsmoke Adam. It's a simple remedy for simple folk I always feel with that wonderful laid back sentimentality that travels so well. I can't handle lyrics myself, but I do play the banjo a bit, so find my mind wandering into that area. Enjoyable all round!

Ray

Comment is about Everybody is Writing Love Poems so Here's a Country Song. (blog)

Original item by Adam Rabinowitz

I thoroughly enjoyed your poem, Branwell!

Comment is about The Things We Do To See Each Other Naked (blog)

Original item by branwell kent

I love Indiana Jones!

Comment is about Indiana Jones (blog)

Original item by Stuart Vanner

Hi Stuart,
Are you familiar with the band They Might Be Giants?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UyDevF6Uoz8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KDOkGx1gAZQ

Comment is about The Sun (blog)

Original item by Stuart Vanner

Thanks Devon and Dorothy, wasn't sure about this if I'm honest, it feels like there's some nugget of clarity missing from it. I might be wrong, I'm always my own worst critic, (well so far anyway ?)

J. x

Comment is about Sitting On The Shores (blog)

Original item by Jason Bayliss

Nice humour, Ruth!

Comment is about D.I.Y An Unfinished Love Story (blog)

Original item by Ruth O'Reilly

Oh Devon, I absolutely love that, it's a wonderful thing to hear these childhood rhymes and songs from around the world. Maybe we should start a discussion so that everyone can share theirs?

And chrystel, I can't believe how widespread this one is, I honestly thought it was local to where I lived as a kid. It's great to hear that so many others know it.?

J. x

Comment is about A Childhood Nonsense Rhyme From Where I Was Born (blog)

Original item by Jason Bayliss

Hilarious, Don!

Perfect poem for a sunny Saturday! (well, at least it is sunny here in Zambia)

Comment is about Party Tricks in Bali (blog)

Original item by Don Matthews

Hey Jason,

I know the first part of that rhyme from my childhood!

It truly is a small world!

Comment is about A Childhood Nonsense Rhyme From Where I Was Born (blog)

Original item by Jason Bayliss

Wow you all humble me with your thoughtful comments

e. xxx

Comment is about & love & need & love & need... (blog)

Original item by Eiren Water

Hello Jason, here is one local to my family. My father sang it to us as children. We then picked it up. It is sung to the tune of a very old Pepsi advert in the radio days. We think he wrote it, but that may not be the case. It may have been a playground thing in Brooklyn, NY in the early '40's. So here goes...

Monkey vomit
Camel snot
Scab sandwich
Pus on top
Twice as much
For a nickle too
Monkey vomit
Is a drink for you.

D

Comment is about A Childhood Nonsense Rhyme From Where I Was Born (blog)

Original item by Jason Bayliss

Oh wow, see now that's really interesting because I didn't know how widespread it was. I think it also lends weight to the notion that childrens rhymes, nursery rhymes etc, are the beginnings for most of us of our understanding of rhyme, rhythm, scansion and tempo.
Thanks Kate, that's put a really big smile on my face.?

J. x

Comment is about A Childhood Nonsense Rhyme From Where I Was Born (blog)

Original item by Jason Bayliss