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Poets Hand
Member since February 1, 2023
Member for 3 years, 4 months
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COAT OF ARMS
On the great Australian Coat of Arms two creatures grace it with their charms
One is a big rad kangaroo The other is a lanky legged emu
Now why do you think they picked these two
Riddle of the Emu and Kangaroo
Why do you think they picked this pair
Keep on guessing if you dare.
It drove me mad I had to know why pick them for where they go
A bird with no wings that cannot fly and a voiceless beast that cannot cry
Well the Emu runs like a locomotive it can swerve and it can sway
It runs headfirst into the future making progress everyday
The Kangaroo is like his brother an easy thing which I can prove
In bounding leaps just like the other Can’t go backwards on the move
Neither creature would be a Rep If ever they took a backward step
Shows how the Country can not digress but always make forward progress
Poets Hand’s timeline
- February 2024
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01 ThuAnniversary
One year of membership
- February 2023
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28 Tue
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18 SatCritiqued
"Time After Time" by @Candlewitch
"Happy Birthday to you Happy Birthday to you Happy Birthday Dear Cat Happy Birthday to you" -
18 SatReceived a critique
on WHEN THE FROST BITES from @Jackweb
"to retain mobility but one cannot predict it's disappointing time especially when in use. Well told indeed. ." -
18 SatReceived a critique
on BROWN EYES from @Rosewood Apothecary
"I’ve been down with a wicked cold and I’ve missed the last day or so. I felt obligated to start where I left off and I’m glad I did. This is something all together hilarious and perfectly delivered. Your writing frequen…" -
18 SatPosted a poem
COAT OF ARMS
"On the great Australian Coat of Arms two creatures grace it with their charms" -
17 FriCritiqued
"Time After Time" by @Candlewitch
"This is beautifully said, capturing the intimacy of a relationship over many years of knowing another, a soul mate. I love this eloquent poem. Well versed. Poets Hand Hannah" -
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17 FriReceived a critique
on BROWN EYES from @Candlewitch
"my husband has wonderful eyes. they are not grey or brown, but a lovely mix of both colors. I call it 'wood-smoke'" -
17 FriReceived a critique
on BROWN EYES from @Candlewitch
"dear P.H. I have to say, you tell a wicked story and you have keen comedic timing! you have a way with words that knocks a person of their pins... I love it. your work is always worth the investment of time it takes to…" -
17 FriReceived a critique
on Tobacco There from @Seren
"A few years ago an old friend turned up on my door and he always sat on the floor rolling smokes. He was homeless pretty much half of his life. He worked on cattle stations and funnily enough he had connections up where…" -
17 FriPosted a poem
BROWN EYES
"Took Friday off work to drink at the pub, (Wined it was bad constipation)" -
17 FriReceived a critique
on FINAL THROWS from @Seren
"Please stop doubting yourself, it's an issue I struggle with every day, I think you're a wonderful Poet and I think your clever and talented writer and maybe a little too humble. I am writing an epic I've been working o…" -
16 ThuCritiqued
"Woman Man Lord then God (Edit Seren My Maestro)" by @lovedly
"What an impressive thought. This reminds me of ancient Greek or Roman mythology and how men were made into gods in those days. What is it to be mortal and what do we build that is immortal? This is a great thought provo…" -
16 ThuCritiqued
"Twenty horses & A Chariot to Hell " by @Seren
"As usual your poem is breathtaking in imagery as well as being insightful. Not knowing where you are going or when you would arrive adds mystery to the fantastic nightscape you paint. I loved it from start to finish. Po…" -
16 ThuCritiqued
"Twenty horses & A Chariot to Hell " by @Seren
"As usual your poem is breathtaking in imagery as well as being insightful. Not knowing where you are going or when you would arrive adds mystery to the fantastic nightscape you paint. I loved it from start to finish. Po…" -
16 ThuCritiqued
"Therapy " by @Rosewood Apothecary
"Yes! I can identify with this, all the various emotions and finally the emotional release of pent up feelings. Well Put. Poets Hand Hannah" -
16 ThuCritiqued
"Therapy " by @Rosewood Apothecary
"Yes! I can identify with this, all the various emotions and finally the emotional release of pent up feelings. Well Put. Poets Hand Hannah" -
16 ThuReceived a critique
on The Hitch-hiker from @Rosewood Apothecary
"Ever see a submarine with screen doors? Excellent rhythm. Tim" -
16 Thu
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15 WedCritiqued
"Weep... by: (Cat's husband Steven)" by @Candlewitch
"What a great way to put into words the worry and concern we all have about where the world is heading and yes we are all feeling guilty at its demise but helpless to change the path or direction it is heading. Your husb…" -
15 WedNew follower
@Ekaterina Alexandrovna Sherbatskaya
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15 WedHighest posting month
February 2023 — 18 poems
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05 SunNew follower
@RoseBlack
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05 SunNew follower
@Alex Tanner
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03 FriFirst critique offered
on "Sacrifice" by @Alex Tanner
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02 ThuNew follower
@Candlewitch
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01 WedFirst publication
The Wife Needs Help
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01 WedJoined Neopoet
Membership begins
First poem published 1 days later.
About Me
About me
I am 72 years old and love composing poetry. I am a retired male nurse with a Bachelor in Nursing Degree. I am Married. I have travelled extensively throughout Australia and my favorite genre is Australian Bush Poetry. I like Henry Lawson and Banjo Paterson. I am looking for a way to mix with other poets through writing and reading their works.
Location: Bundaberg Queensland Australia, AUS
Recent Work
COAT OF ARMS
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The Hitch-hiker
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WORRY
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FINAL THROWS
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Don't Wait Up
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Tobacco There
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STUPID CUPID
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BUSH MONSTER
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Contest Wins
| Winning Submission | Contest | Contest Date |
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| WE WERE STRANGERS | February 2023 Challenge We Were Strangers | – |
| Bare Hands | New Member Contest February 2023 | – |