It was before the Feast of Stephen that I first recall, The copious snow that lay all around my house, T'was that Yuletide warmth that came so tall, When I would throw open my wreath festooned doors to a mouse.
It was dark in the beginning; a neutrino sat suspended in a vast array of nothingness. All things of real matter were frozen in an inanimate void of space and time. It was impossible to explain this vacuum -'it simply was
Ah...next time I'm in the cereal aisle emitting heavy sighs I will know I am in "depressed man setting." You have created a wonderful character in Spencer, Jane. Looking forward to reading more :)
A beguiling story. Nicely constructed with an eco message and a sinister finale. I could visualise the settings which added so much depth to the tale, figuratively and literally. Great stuff, Sim. Paul
Netanyahu is hinting at indefinite control over Gaza now moving away from the stance of cutting all ties once Hamas is defeated. This does not bode well for any kind of peace in this region. I'm afraid this instability and violence could go on...
Hi Jean. The journey continues and you take us with you in your writing. It's a rollercoaster for sure and we are all rooting for you. You are one of the bravest people I know. Keep smiling and stay positive. Yes, definitely an inspiration. As...
Some interesting historical comparisons and interesting that these may be your own thoughts rather than rogue reporter - Alfred Muggins. Civilians are inevitably the innocent victims of war. We continue to hope for common sense to prevail.
All caught up again. It feels like the story is moving from comedic to exploring the emotional consequences of this scenario. That's a substantial well to tap into. Looking forward to reading more :)
"Like Leeds United thrashing
Posted on Sun, 12 Nov 2023
"Like Leeds United thrashing Villa.."
I can't recall this event. Just how far are we going back?!
I thought this was going to be your diary entry from your blog post for some reason. Anyway, I enjoyed this too (13 league wins at...
Read full commentPosted in My Verbal Diary Here
"...swollen storage-leaves in
Posted on Thu, 09 Nov 2023
"...swollen storage-leaves in cosy house
hibernating like the tiny dormouse..."
Adriotly done with some lovely pics to boot, Rhiannon. That's an interesting analogy as well - winter refugees. Well, yes. Just lovely :)
Read full commentPosted in Winter Refuges
Ah...next time I'm in the
Posted on Tue, 07 Nov 2023
Ah...next time I'm in the cereal aisle emitting heavy sighs I will know I am in "depressed man setting." You have created a wonderful character in Spencer, Jane. Looking forward to reading more :)
Read full commentPosted in Parcel for you...Part 7
A beguiling story. Nicely
Posted on Sun, 05 Nov 2023
A beguiling story. Nicely constructed with an eco message and a sinister finale. I could visualise the settings which added so much depth to the tale, figuratively and literally. Great stuff, Sim. Paul
Read full commentPosted in The Fisherwoman and the Sea
Netanyahu is hinting at
Posted on Mon, 06 Nov 2023
Netanyahu is hinting at indefinite control over Gaza now moving away from the stance of cutting all ties once Hamas is defeated. This does not bode well for any kind of peace in this region. I'm afraid this instability and violence could go on...
Read full commentPosted in The Book of Alfred the Great II (Muggins!), as written by that famous prophet of Past Present and Future!
Hi Jean. The journey
Posted on Mon, 06 Nov 2023
Hi Jean. The journey continues and you take us with you in your writing. It's a rollercoaster for sure and we are all rooting for you. You are one of the bravest people I know. Keep smiling and stay positive. Yes, definitely an inspiration. As...
Read full commentPosted in chemo 2 - session 2
"Fizzy fireworks, sparkling
Posted on Thu, 02 Nov 2023
"Fizzy fireworks, sparkling lights:
no fear here
of ghosts or bombs.."
The joy just jumps out of this poem. Perfect for this time of year. Just lovely, Rhiannon :)
Read full commentPosted in Firework party, a little early
Some interesting historical
Posted on Tue, 31 Oct 2023
Some interesting historical comparisons and interesting that these may be your own thoughts rather than rogue reporter - Alfred Muggins. Civilians are inevitably the innocent victims of war. We continue to hope for common sense to prevail.
Read full commentPosted in Civilians In War
All caught up again. It feels
Posted on Tue, 31 Oct 2023
All caught up again. It feels like the story is moving from comedic to exploring the emotional consequences of this scenario. That's a substantial well to tap into. Looking forward to reading more :)
Read full commentPosted in Parcel for you....Part 6
Still following, Penny. That
Posted on Mon, 30 Oct 2023
Still following, Penny. That's a cliffhanger last line. Looking forward to the next instalment :)
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