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Does anyone else have sudden flashes of inspiration that disappear as soon as they came to mind? its rather frustrarting. I had two lines in mind and just remembered but I've forgotten what they were(!) I'd almost rather not remember I had it, than remember and realise I've forgotten it *le sigh* (I know, hard life eh(?)).
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I wrote this after a frustrating shift at work
![]() Guilt of the Mind Why do you put me down so? I can’t help but question as shame rises through me - another hectic day, too many noises, I can’t be heard ontop of. Speech frozen still by silence. I feel the finger pointing at me, still I try not to let it show, carry on, head high, its not easy. Outwardly I act apathetically, yet sometimes it seeps through, hottening cheeks, aching head, saying time out - my mouth dries up, just keep your head down and all will pass by, won’t it?. Inside, condemnation looms, self judgement swift and severe, yet whats done is done, I must allow my mind to settle, let the guilt float away and move on - safe in the knowledge that all I’ve proven is that I am indeed human. How I hate thinking I’ve been a failure, please mind, stop showing me up - though I am grateful that my pen gives me the voice my mouth does not. |
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(repeat posting with addition)
Last Chance Saloon Oh hear ye my ain folk of Scotland, aye land, of my here gravebound ground wherein I lie forsooth as I did die in truth, thy loyal savant William Topaz McGonagall, poet late of these island’s most northernmost shires am interred I, midst Greyfriars earth, place of my very birth; six mordant feet doon in merry Edinburgh toon, sad fate of we of weak flesh which cruelly expires. In shade of kirk mine buried bones must ere lurk, yet been just stirred by word, my spirit’s ear has erstwhile heard, from dear departed John Brown, great Queen Victoria’s man of such good renown, until the servant much missed by the head which bore the crown, passed his way to an eternal rest. His peace a new perturbation has much disturbed a notion that is sae absurd, and ruination of a nation. Oh I foresee an impending disaster och aye more deleterious e'een than that on much remembered River Tay sae serious calamitous terrible and wet that none surely is ever on this island likely to forget. In death I McGonagall say to you that is au courant living in Scotland ye shy awa, yeh fie, a day not so very far away. Do not yield Britannia's bold shield. ......... Frank. |
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Last Chance Saloon
Oh I foresee an impending disaster och aye more deleterious e'een than that on much remembered River Tay sae serious calamitous terrible and wet that none surely is ever likely to forget, ay of doom in death I McGonagall say to you, to whom that is living in Scotland ye shy awa, yeh fie, a day not so very far away. Do not yield bold Britannia's shield and if my bardic tongue holds sway do right Good grief Frank, that is fantastic ! |
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I sincerely hope the Scots do Izzy. David Cameron was reckless to even risk a vote on such a vital issue.
However, I feel our country will never be the same again, regardless of the vote. |
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I am very worried and deeply disappointed that the Scots feel that the UK isn't a very good thing to be part of. I believe the UK is utterly wonderful and it saddens me, though I do understand that the democratic process has to take priority, that just 5m people are about to decide the fate of a country containing 60m. That actually seems perverse and wrong, but I hope, really hope, that come Friday morning we learn that the UK is to remain intact.
However, I feel our country will never be the same again, regardless of the vote. |
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Good grief Frank, that is fantastic !
OH SCOTLAND, PLEASE DON'T GO In the depth of the mist across Loch Ness Are banners and voices shouting yes. In Edinburgh as the lone piper does blow Are melancholic echoes exclaiming no. The United Kingdom is falling apart, There's a passion of pride in each Scotsman's heart. They are going to decide the fate of our land, The destiny of all lies in their political hand. It's not about England, or the hatred of Tory's, It's about our heritage, our legends, our stories. As I wipe away a solemnly sad tear, This could end up being the ,most turbulent year. Together we stand, four nations of pride, That leaves you with warmth growing deep inside. Tomorrow you make a big decision and so, Oh Scotland, please don't go. Just a quick poem I just this minute wrote. It is sincere and heartfelt because I like the Union. Good Luck Scotland. |
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Yes, it was indeed a superb and heartfelt read. Oh, Scotland, please don't go.
OH SCOTLAND, PLEASE DON'T GO In the depth of the mist across Loch Ness Are banners and voices shouting yes. In Edinburgh as the lone piper does blow Are melancholic echoes exclaiming no. The United Kingdom is falling apart, There's a passion of pride in each Scotsman's heart. They are going to decide the fate of our land, The destiny of all lies in their political hand. It's not about England, or the hatred of Tory's, It's about our heritage, our legends, our stories. As I wipe away a solemnly sad tear, This could end up being the ,most turbulent year. Together we stand, four nations of pride, That leaves you with warmth growing deep inside. Tomorrow you make a big decision and so, Oh Scotland, please don't go. Just a quick poem I just this minute wrote. It is sincere and heartfelt because I like the Union. Good Luck Scotland. Good Luck from myself too |
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Yes, it was indeed a superb and heartfelt read. Oh, Scotland, please don't go.
OH SCOTLAND, PLEASE DON'T GO In the depth of the mist across Loch Ness Are banners and voices shouting yes. In Edinburgh as the lone piper does blow Are melancholic echoes exclaiming no. The United Kingdom is falling apart, There's a passion of pride in each Scotsman's heart. They are going to decide the fate of our land, The destiny of all lies in their political hand. It's not about England, or the hatred of Tory's, It's about our heritage, our legends, our stories. As I wipe away a solemnly sad tear, This could end up being the ,most turbulent year. Together we stand, four nations of pride, That leaves you with warmth growing deep inside. Tomorrow you make a big decision and so, Oh Scotland, please don't go. Just a quick poem I just this minute wrote. It is sincere and heartfelt because I like the Union. Good Luck Scotland. thanks bellyb too. Frank |
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Wow - every time I pop in there's so much to read
It's very heartening and as ever, if i can't read everything today, I'll try to next time
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World War I Chess
The pawns were given orders to go over, The game proceeded with a bugle's cry, Yet leaders hadn't reckoned It only took a second To wander into no man's land and die. The knights were in their saddles when the next move Was cancelled by a shell out of the blue, Although their guns were loaded When everything exploded A crater swallowed knights and horses too. The Bishops tried in vain to help the dying, Encouraging the wounded to beseech A promised land that mattered But when morale is shattered Then even Bishops question what they preach. Far from the bloody game inside a castle A King and Queen showed little real concern, The chessboard gave them cover And while some would recover So many pieces never did return. © |
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The above poem was posted in honour of the Scots who once fought alongside the English. I hope the United Kingdom survives tomorrow
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I had two lines in mind and just remembered but I've forgotten what they were(!)
'They found him over Putney way All glassy-eyed and staring' I recently went back to the poem to improve and complete it. The sad death of Richard Attenborough, who played Christie in a film, reminded me of the piece. I tend to write down most of my material, so very little has escaped me in the way you describe Izzy
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Why do you put me down so?
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I am very worried and deeply disappointed that the Scots feel that the UK isn't a very good thing to be part of.
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Together we stand, four nations of pride,
That leaves you with warmth growing deep inside.
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I once wrote a poem about John Christie the serial killer. I was never happy with the finished version, but two lines in particular I always liked. They concerned his arrest:
'They found him over Putney way All glassy-eyed and staring' I recently went back to the poem to improve and complete it. The sad death of Richard Attenborough, who played Christie in a film, reminded me of the piece. I tend to write down most of my material, so very little has escaped me in the way you describe Izzy ![]() |
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the issue is if I think of something while on one of my half hour walks in town (or in the nearby countryside
In that situation I just keep repeating lines over and over again in my head till I get home
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I can associate with this big-time! Don't let the b*stards grind you down Izzy
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My ancestors are Scottish Wizzy - they come from near the River Moray. Scotland feels like home to so many English people. I think the vote will go our way - I reckon a lot of the undecideds are no-voters
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the audience were very much pro-yes, with people booing etc. towards the minority of no voters
![]() I'm off now, speak soon Izzy
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That's why I think many no voters haven't been evident, not even on polls. I think a silent majority are waiting in the wings
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Defect Detective.
I planned to go far, but the state of my car says I'm going nowhere. I could save up the fare. I hear the drumming. Believers are coming. Their symbol of faith: The Holy Wraith. Somewhere there's a place (it's hopefully Ace) where everyone's grounded, but often astounded by life and the rain. They rarely complain about what's on TV. Maybe they're free. So far from perfection. Love an erection? More to it than sex? Survival defects? |
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Somewhere there's a place
(it's hopefully Ace) I thought you'd left us ![]() Great poem dude, I've missed your unique style
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It's very heartening and as ever, if i can't read everything today, I'll try to next time
I thought you'd left us