Comments received on poems by Chris Duffy
Booze.
L. B. Mek said:
\'temperance in everything
including temperance itself\'..
by Montaigne
(like diabetics
who learn to give up, salt and sugar
sometimes, we have to acknowledge
alcohol\'s, escapism utility
in our lives
comes, at too high a cost...)
sorry if you\'re having some difficulties in life, dear poet
(but I truly believe
acknowledging the problems, we have to overcome
is half the battle)
March 14th, 2022 06:08
L. B. Mek said:
\'temperance in everything
including temperance itself\'..
by Montaigne
(like diabetics
who learn to give up, salt and sugar
sometimes, we have to acknowledge
alcohol\'s, escapism utility
in our lives
comes, at too high a cost...)
sorry if you\'re having some difficulties in life, dear poet
(but I truly believe
acknowledging the problems, we have to overcome
is half the battle)
March 14th, 2022 06:08
Homes for heroes.
Doggerel Dave said:
Do not reflect Chris, on what has been done before. Some (not all) messages are worth repeating often. Here you cover at least two themes close to my consciousness: The horrendous cost war inflicts on the participants. Beyond death, both physical and mental injuries (high suicide rates here now among returnees from Afghanistan) result of PTSD. Not only but also the treatment they receive from society (Govt Agencies) upon their return.
You also cover the the little boxes they and many others are housed in by unfettered property development.
Good work Chris.
March 9th, 2022 00:22
Doggerel Dave said:
Do not reflect Chris, on what has been done before. Some (not all) messages are worth repeating often. Here you cover at least two themes close to my consciousness: The horrendous cost war inflicts on the participants. Beyond death, both physical and mental injuries (high suicide rates here now among returnees from Afghanistan) result of PTSD. Not only but also the treatment they receive from society (Govt Agencies) upon their return.
You also cover the the little boxes they and many others are housed in by unfettered property development.
Good work Chris.
March 9th, 2022 00:22
Black Dog.
A.D. Small said:
Now this one right here really spoke to me and my style of writing especially my earlier stuff. The imagery with the way you painted that hell hound is spot on.... Great job indeed!!!!!💛♥💛
March 8th, 2022 08:29
A.D. Small said:
Now this one right here really spoke to me and my style of writing especially my earlier stuff. The imagery with the way you painted that hell hound is spot on.... Great job indeed!!!!!💛♥💛
March 8th, 2022 08:29
Just a man
A.D. Small said:
💚💜 This was absolutely mind blowing. The way this poem flowed together is incredible. I am truely a fan from hello here lol... This was my first read so far but i look forward to reading your other work. You have an amazing talent so keep up the good work. I would love for you to read my work as well and i truely look forward to your feedback... Have an amazing day & happy writing!!!!! 💜💚
March 8th, 2022 08:19
A.D. Small said:
💚💜 This was absolutely mind blowing. The way this poem flowed together is incredible. I am truely a fan from hello here lol... This was my first read so far but i look forward to reading your other work. You have an amazing talent so keep up the good work. I would love for you to read my work as well and i truely look forward to your feedback... Have an amazing day & happy writing!!!!! 💜💚
March 8th, 2022 08:19
Homes for heroes.
dusk arising said:
Yep. Society plays some sick games with us if we aren\'t a part of their model family unit. Doesn\'t only happen to old soldiers.
March 8th, 2022 08:12
dusk arising said:
Yep. Society plays some sick games with us if we aren\'t a part of their model family unit. Doesn\'t only happen to old soldiers.
March 8th, 2022 08:12
Homes for heroes.
dusk arising said:
Yep. Society plays some sick games with us if we aren\'t a part of their model family unit. Doesn\'t only happen to old soldiers.
March 8th, 2022 08:11
dusk arising said:
Yep. Society plays some sick games with us if we aren\'t a part of their model family unit. Doesn\'t only happen to old soldiers.
March 8th, 2022 08:11
Gehenna.
Chris Duffy said:
Thank you my friend. I really appreciate your critique.
February 21st, 2022 09:37
Chris Duffy said:
Thank you my friend. I really appreciate your critique.
February 21st, 2022 09:37
Gehenna.
L. B. Mek said:
\'Our parent’s version of the world is from the cup we drink.\'
this line is so deep
even Dante, would be hard pressed
to dig it out
from either his Inferno or Paradiso...
(a great write
thanks for sharing, dear Poet)
February 21st, 2022 06:51
L. B. Mek said:
\'Our parent’s version of the world is from the cup we drink.\'
this line is so deep
even Dante, would be hard pressed
to dig it out
from either his Inferno or Paradiso...
(a great write
thanks for sharing, dear Poet)
February 21st, 2022 06:51
Henpecked !
Goldfinch60 said:
Wonderful relationships like this can stand the test of time and will go on forever.
Andy
February 21st, 2022 01:55
Goldfinch60 said:
Wonderful relationships like this can stand the test of time and will go on forever.
Andy
February 21st, 2022 01:55
Henpecked !
Doggerel Dave said:
A relationship richly painted there, Chris. You make me realize a part time relationship is more than enough for my limited emotional resources.
Fully entertained as usual.
February 20th, 2022 20:34
Doggerel Dave said:
A relationship richly painted there, Chris. You make me realize a part time relationship is more than enough for my limited emotional resources.
Fully entertained as usual.
February 20th, 2022 20:34
Reunited
Goldfinch60 said:
Wonderful tribute Chris, they are together now forever.
Andy
January 14th, 2022 01:44
Goldfinch60 said:
Wonderful tribute Chris, they are together now forever.
Andy
January 14th, 2022 01:44
Bins
u-know-who-iam said:
It made me smile. 🙂 Thanks. I still have the image of the old man riding the bin down the street. Brilliant!
January 12th, 2022 08:57
u-know-who-iam said:
It made me smile. 🙂 Thanks. I still have the image of the old man riding the bin down the street. Brilliant!
January 12th, 2022 08:57
Black Dog.
Chris Duffy said:
Happy new year to you also.
Thanks again for the very kind words.
My best regards.
January 11th, 2022 08:22
Chris Duffy said:
Happy new year to you also.
Thanks again for the very kind words.
My best regards.
January 11th, 2022 08:22
Black Dog.
L. B. Mek said:
Happy New Year!
dear poet, what a great first read
of your work this year, for me
thanks for sharing
I feel this work took a lot of time
to fine tune
loved all the mythology references and imagery,
and what a strong finish to your poem
\'In the aftermath
Summon all your strength my friend.
To chase the wretch away.
Purgatory will never end.
If the black dog comes to stay.\'
(that self-induced, purgatory
we so foolishly
weigh ourselves down with,
time-n-again)
January 11th, 2022 07:34
L. B. Mek said:
Happy New Year!
dear poet, what a great first read
of your work this year, for me
thanks for sharing
I feel this work took a lot of time
to fine tune
loved all the mythology references and imagery,
and what a strong finish to your poem
\'In the aftermath
Summon all your strength my friend.
To chase the wretch away.
Purgatory will never end.
If the black dog comes to stay.\'
(that self-induced, purgatory
we so foolishly
weigh ourselves down with,
time-n-again)
January 11th, 2022 07:34
Just a man
Lorna said:
Shades of Rudyard Kipling! Great rhythm..... loved it.
December 9th, 2021 14:59
Lorna said:
Shades of Rudyard Kipling! Great rhythm..... loved it.
December 9th, 2021 14:59
Just a man
orchidee said:
Good write Chris.
Hopefully no one will say \'Good riddance!\' Oops. lol.
December 9th, 2021 03:06
orchidee said:
Good write Chris.
Hopefully no one will say \'Good riddance!\' Oops. lol.
December 9th, 2021 03:06
Just a man
Coyote said:
Beautiful words and superb structure. Awesome write Chris.
December 9th, 2021 00:34
Coyote said:
Beautiful words and superb structure. Awesome write Chris.
December 9th, 2021 00:34
Tall tales.
Goldfinch60 said:
Wonderful fun read Chris.
Many years ago there was a report that an elderly man was at a bus stop and was attacked by two men, they came off second best as he was a man who taught the SAS unarmed combat!
October 6th, 2021 01:07
Goldfinch60 said:
Wonderful fun read Chris.
Many years ago there was a report that an elderly man was at a bus stop and was attacked by two men, they came off second best as he was a man who taught the SAS unarmed combat!
October 6th, 2021 01:07
Tall tales.
Doggerel Dave said:
Taller than that - needed oxygen by the time I reached the end.
Thanks Chris
October 5th, 2021 20:05
Doggerel Dave said:
Taller than that - needed oxygen by the time I reached the end.
Thanks Chris
October 5th, 2021 20:05
Stifled.
L. B. Mek said:
wonderfully written, a really relatable read
thanks for sharing, dear poet
October 4th, 2021 05:07
L. B. Mek said:
wonderfully written, a really relatable read
thanks for sharing, dear poet
October 4th, 2021 05:07
Our young one wants an Iphone.
Chris Duffy said:
Hello my friend .
Many thanks for your kind critique.
I hope all is well with you.
October 1st, 2021 05:43
Chris Duffy said:
Hello my friend .
Many thanks for your kind critique.
I hope all is well with you.
October 1st, 2021 05:43
Our young one wants an Iphone.
L. B. Mek said:
I imagine this was a necessary, therapeutic write for you, lol
loved the humorous cynicality, tone balanced on the right side of \'jest\'
and underneath it all there\'s a gentle theme of sincere love and care,
I hope she\'ll read these words and grow-up, determined
to prove you wrong
and in so doing: Make you Proud...
(a rare wholesome read, with subtly imbued warmth in every line, thanks for sharing, dear poet)
October 1st, 2021 03:44
L. B. Mek said:
I imagine this was a necessary, therapeutic write for you, lol
loved the humorous cynicality, tone balanced on the right side of \'jest\'
and underneath it all there\'s a gentle theme of sincere love and care,
I hope she\'ll read these words and grow-up, determined
to prove you wrong
and in so doing: Make you Proud...
(a rare wholesome read, with subtly imbued warmth in every line, thanks for sharing, dear poet)
October 1st, 2021 03:44
Our young one wants an Iphone.
Goldfinch60 said:
Good write Chris, the \'Bank of Mum and Dad\' will never ever close.
Andy
October 1st, 2021 00:50
Goldfinch60 said:
Good write Chris, the \'Bank of Mum and Dad\' will never ever close.
Andy
October 1st, 2021 00:50
Gone
L. B. Mek said:
my second time reading, I think
not sure if I commented earlier
but my response seems to be consistent,
the inevitability of death
and its allure of nothingness
seems romantic, when worded poetic
and yet, dear poet
if we could last a few days, alone
enveloped in our experience of nothingness
we, wouldn\'t have cultivated such a weak-willed society
who betray themselves daily, just for a sense of belonging
to something, someone: Anything
as-long, as they\'re not alone...
that\'s what we find so hard to grasp, that Death
is not some surrealist depiction of otherworldly ubiquity
its, an ending
an abrupt removal from experiencing
a shared sense of existence, with each other;
we can recreate that, at anytime..
we just become hermits and create that death by a thousand cuts of loneliness..
and so, I find little romance or value, in romanticising Death\'s finality,
rather, I find it desperately sad
that we are left with death, as some symbolic hero of the ultimate escapism..
and no, \'They won\'t miss us, after we\'re gone\'
if we didn\'t constitute a presence in their lives for them to miss,
so its what we do, when we\'re alive that matters
not what people miss or don\'t when we\'re, immersed in existence\'s finite song...
(thanks for sharing and inspiring my little scribbled reply, dear poet)
September 17th, 2021 03:04
L. B. Mek said:
my second time reading, I think
not sure if I commented earlier
but my response seems to be consistent,
the inevitability of death
and its allure of nothingness
seems romantic, when worded poetic
and yet, dear poet
if we could last a few days, alone
enveloped in our experience of nothingness
we, wouldn\'t have cultivated such a weak-willed society
who betray themselves daily, just for a sense of belonging
to something, someone: Anything
as-long, as they\'re not alone...
that\'s what we find so hard to grasp, that Death
is not some surrealist depiction of otherworldly ubiquity
its, an ending
an abrupt removal from experiencing
a shared sense of existence, with each other;
we can recreate that, at anytime..
we just become hermits and create that death by a thousand cuts of loneliness..
and so, I find little romance or value, in romanticising Death\'s finality,
rather, I find it desperately sad
that we are left with death, as some symbolic hero of the ultimate escapism..
and no, \'They won\'t miss us, after we\'re gone\'
if we didn\'t constitute a presence in their lives for them to miss,
so its what we do, when we\'re alive that matters
not what people miss or don\'t when we\'re, immersed in existence\'s finite song...
(thanks for sharing and inspiring my little scribbled reply, dear poet)
September 17th, 2021 03:04
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