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Island of dreamers
Island of dreamers, oasis I love Where there lie vistas of turquoise above, Those who adore it can’t wait to set sail, Secretive ships on a paradise trail. Here where the homecoming albatross glides Nothing but beauty is seen on all sides, I'm soon relaxed by the long sunny days Caught in the ambience of the warm haze. Stowaways lost on a white sandy beach Glad to gain freedom and stay out of reach, Gently this shoreline refreshes and bathes Shells left for years to incoming blue waves. Letting the mind ease while sipping a drink With all the time in the world just to think, Sometimes a magic I thought lost in me Wakes when I stare at the deeps of the sea. And as the breeze sings her sweet serenade Through leaning palm trees that spread cooling shade O how the afternoon moments inspire, Island of dreamers, the place I desire. © |
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I really don't mean to be nosey
And I really don't mean to be soppy But I hear Musty's got a new book of poesy So I just had to order myself a copy ![]() I shall read it when on the train And let the verses transport me to another place Of ancient standing stones on a grassy plain Or another trip to Mars in outer space
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I shall read it when on the train
And let the verses transport me to another place Of ancient standing stones on a grassy plain ![]() Thanks so much again for buying it
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Thanks Musty congratulations on the book & am looking forward to it
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Well done, hope your book sells well, mr mustard
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Musty's book is, of course, wonderful and it really does make a difference to me reading a poem in a 'proper' book rather than on the internet.
Somehow seems to give the poems more gravitas, as it were. |
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Welcome to Ovalteenie, the instant poet. Don't forget to let the other passengers have a good view of the beautiful book cover.
![]() I agree with you Sandy. I would have said here, here, but I can never remember whether it is that or hear, hear, but you know what I mean. I also would rather read the printed page Troy and it's easier to find a poem by glancing down the index. It's not so easy on the internet. |
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Well done, hope your book sells well, mr mustard
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Thanks Musty congratulations on the book & am looking forward to it
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Musty's book is, of course, wonderful and it really does make a difference to me reading a poem in a 'proper' book rather than on the internet.
( I'm working flat-out on a follow up which will be much larger with no increase in cost ) Quote:
Dreamer that you are, you don't really need to go there do you. Not having your imagination, I bought myself a DVD of "The Best Caribbean Beaches"
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another circus
The Ringmaster entered and something felt wrong The Big Tent lacked people and sound The juggler let plates spin and wobble too long And all of them smashed on the ground The confident tamer who lashed the whip straight Now dreaded each tiger and lion The strong man attempted to pick up a weight Yet struggled to lift heavy iron The man who ate fire was gripped by such fear He poured water on the flame’s source The girl who did tricks with no saddle could steer But failed to control her own horse The boy on the tightrope fell minus a net The Ringmaster looked at the clown Who left with a smile and a terrible threat, The ghost circus had come to town. © |
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5 Minute Quickie
I have a book arrived today It's looks quite good I have to say A little read I've had a chance It merits more than just a glance Each page is filled with words and rhyme Tomorrow I will give it extra time Feet up and coffee near to hand The weekend is looking really grand Actually read a few and just had one read out to me
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To Mr Mustard
Those rhymes and words that you do tell enjoyed by much, done very well keep it up, for Volume 2 wait to hear, more poems new done with thought, to and so be proud and grand, go, go, go.
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Thanks Musty congratulations on the book & am looking forward to it
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5 Minute Quickie
I have a book arrived today It's looks quite good I have to say A little read I've had a chance It merits more than just a glance Each page is filled with words and rhyme Tomorrow I will give it extra time Feet up and coffee near to hand The weekend is looking really grand Actually read a few and just had one read out to me
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You will not be disappointed.
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Wow you're good
![]() ![]() In seriousness we have to try to get our wee ones to understand rhyme and have fun doing so, I make up daft words that will rhyme with their name.......if your name rhymes with ****** you can do such a thing
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Those rhymes and words that you do tell
enjoyed by much, done very well keep it up, for Volume 2 Thanks Mrs T and Sandy You can't beat some quiet time letting a bit of verse take you away, or reflect on something you may have felt but not seen through poetry's unique lens.
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Thanks & yes i will be reading it on public transport... it might not go un-noticed by other passengers too
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It's always nice to have a poem written for you
Thanks Mrs T and Sandy You can't beat some quiet time letting a bit of verse take you away, or reflect on something you may have felt but not seen through poetry's unique lens.
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yes, so true Mr Mustard and also thanks to Mrs Teapot for some inspiration with her words
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another circus
© Blinding stuff Musty. ![]() Love the user names Mrs Teapot, Sandydune and Ovateenie btw.
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Wow! What a lovely surprise to see you all. You really should all pop in more often. The more the merrier.
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