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1613 of my comments have received 1647 Great Feedback votes

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I like the tension in wanting

Posted on Tue, 14 Nov 2023

I like the tension in wanting to get rid of mum. And her old-fashioned values translating into comedy. The comment about multi-culturalism made me laugh.

Poor old Spencer - one second enjoying a programme about the domestication of water...

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"....no ‘door to Grandap’s’

Posted on Tue, 14 Nov 2023

"....no ‘door to Grandap’s’ to knock
when they want to share!"

An important event captured in verse. Family moments are what life is all about. Yes, that is so lovely that you are all so close geographically.

[My daughter...

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Posted in 13/11/23

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"I am all the tales you told

Posted on Tue, 14 Nov 2023

"I am all the tales you told about me.."

Wonderfully evocative. I like the format. It adds an enigmatic feel :)

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"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...

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Posted in My Verbal Diary Here

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"...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 :)

 

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Posted in Winter Refuges

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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 :)

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Posted in Parcel for you...Part 7

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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

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Posted in The Fisherwoman and the Sea

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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...

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Posted in The Book of Alfred the Great II (Muggins!), as written by that famous prophet of Past Present and Future!

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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...

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"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 :)

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Posted in Firework party, a little early

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