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Poetry reading in Bewleys
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Poetry reading in Bewleys |
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brian madden Member Elite
since 2000-05-06
Posts 4374ireland 
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 for Ro Emptied from my hands, I entrust to you the Passover, Confessional conversation is lost to the earls of my black tea, its vapours trailing to a fireside slumber. Abandoned, the cup upon the table, you read my exorcisms, a thousand thoughts drifting, in flames, your hot chocolate marshmallows melt away. Smiling you return my thoughts, words at a loss, even the cutlery of our cosy neighbours raise barely a whisper. We sit savouring with breathless reverence, this moment's silence. -------------------------- Bewley's is a chain of cafes around Ireland. They are famed for their comfortable relaxed atmosphere. My favourite is the Bewely's on Westmoreland street Dublin where I spent many an hour with my closest friends. On a side note to Kathleen (irish rose) visit one when you come to Ireland, if you are in Dublin visit Bewley's upstairs on Henry street and look at the Jim Fitzpatrick Stain glass window, it is amazing. Oh and try and get a couch, they are really comfy. "Here I am in prison,here I am with a ball and chain There is whiskey in the jar-o" Traditional irish song. [This message has been edited by brian madden (edited 07-10-2001).] |
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Decaflame Senior Member
since 2001-05-11
Posts 1635 |
Now I am quite envious of Irish's upcoming trip...will you be meeting, and exchanging poetic thoughts? That would be something for her to look forward to, as well! And I would like to visit this place someday....must put it on my list of things to do! By the way, Brian - did I tell you lately how much I like your writing? |
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VAS Member Rara Avis
since 2000-11-16
Posts 7450Oregon |
This was just a delightful read and it brings a wanderlust, for sure. I love the way you've placed it on the page, not just the space it occupies but each line and its break |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
Abandoned, the cup upon the table, you read my exorcisms, a thousand thoughts drifting, in flames, your hot chocolate marshmallows melt away. Smiling you return my thoughts, words at a loss, even the cutlery of our cosy neighbours raise barely a whisper. We sit savouring with breathless reverence, this moment's silence. ========================== Ahh Bri-this is lovely... you took us there with you by sight, sounds, and smells and put us in the quiet comfort of the moment... these are the "moments between moments" as my Vante called them...that are of the times that the heart and soul know true contentment in the gifts of life's simple pleasures. very cool pic... and Im on AOL and the picuture is red X-ing out... but when I took it up into NetScape then I could see it.. so anyone else having trouble viewing may want to try that. I dont know what AOL's problem is...  Great write Bri-babes  meFeels like Im dancing with truth and wisdom |
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brian madden Member Elite
since 2000-05-06
Posts 4374ireland |
Decaflame,I hope to be in Australia in 2002 after I finish college. But if I am around the country, I would more than happy to take Kathleen or any poet at Passions I know around Dublin and for a nice cup of tea. THank you for your comments especially your praise for my latest efforts, it is like of frightening for me writing about situations and moments without using relying on complex images. VAS, thank you. jan, simple moments it is amazing how they can mean so much. Thank you for your wonderful words. "Here I am in prison,here I am with a ball and chain There is whiskey in the jar-o" Traditional irish song. |
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Cpat Hair
since 2001-06-05
Posts 11793 |
very nicely done..enjoyed the word play and images...lots of talent here...and one I have enjoyed |
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brian madden Member Elite
since 2000-05-06
Posts 4374ireland |
Cpat, thank you for your very kind words  "Here I am in prison,here I am with a ball and chain There is whiskey in the jar-o" Traditional irish song. |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Wonderful presentation...James |
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