576

(59 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)

Ok some books ive read recently. I recommend all.

J A Kerley--------- Blood Brother ----- I Just loved this book. Very graphic in parts.

Lee Child---------- Echo Burning...... Jack Reacher,! need i say more ?

A J Jacobs------ The year of living Biblically.  It's just not what you think it is .   Just  hilarious to read. . i loved it.

Colum McCann-----Dancer ---- Loosely  based on the life of Rudolp Nureyev. The love of his Art or the  choice of his communistic homeland. I loved it.
[maybe not everyones cuppa.]

Barac Obama------ The Audacity od Hope. [ Loved the man even more after reading his book ]

Martha Longs Triology. ----- Ma he sold me for a few Cigerettes . true story about a wee girl growning up in the harsh reality that was Ireland in the fifties.
The  Dublineese language in these books i feel would be diffficult for Americans to read. and understand . Or it may be printed differently for your markets.

.Elizabeth Gilbert ----- Eat Love and Pray. .I was ragin with myself when i read this book. WHY DIDNT I THINK OF GOING TO ITALY, INDIA, OR BALI ? Oh yeah ! lol my kids needed me!. Its a lovely heart warming book to read..

Susan Jeffers------- Feel the fear and do it Anyway"  I was given this book many years ago.   My health put my life in question.
This was   the best  gift at that time i recieved. May i say " It still is" . Ive bought hundreds of copies of this book as  gifts over the years. Its a must have  book read and  KEEP..

I have a very old edition Of Ethel Mannin " Late have i loved thee". Its about St Agustine" For those who like this kind of book,
i highly recommend.
Anyone here who like dogs should read  "The Call of the wild " Jack London.  [  super read.]

Old Doll.

577

(17 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)

Souvlaki,

Is this the sweet pastry one ? I buy one here at the farmers market with pistachio ! Im sure the guy calls it that.

Old Doll.

578

(4 replies, posted in Poems)

Ah the poor wee worm!

Lovely descriptive piece Phil.  I love the silence that snowfall brings with it.

I watched some thrushes today in the garden. Lord there all so hungry at the moment. We have had
no thaw either.Near broke my derrier today just going to feed them. Thrushes love worms  usually but today they were
eating nuts, some chopped apple and blueberries..
Hmm, i wonder is that why there all so slim :LOL:  Unfortunately a lot will die if this  weather keeps up.

Thanks as always Phil.

Old Doll.

579

(7 replies, posted in Songwriting)

Well its just gorgeous.

I love it, i also love piano as my mother played .Id love to hear it on piano.

With your permission ill print it out. My sister in law will play it for me, or brother ! which ever i see first.

Thank You , its a lovely piece.

Old Doll.

580

(3 replies, posted in Guitars and accessories)

Its the Docs ! CynthiaHan

We all know and understand him. You must be new here ?  Everyone knows the Docs.

"It is surprising what a man can do when he has to, and how little most men will do when they don't have to."

I like that line, says a whole lot to me.

Welcome to chordie, have a blast getting to know all.

Now i'm away to me Leaba.  [ bed] Whoohoo. To read...  Lord i must get back to the book post. Maybe the morrow.

Goodnight John boy and the Docs . [ big grins]  im hearing the chorus of "Goodnight Old Doll ":lol: Sure your all  only magic .

581

(518 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)

What a good song Skip a Rope is.

I never heard this before.  Thanks for that link.

This was attached to the Willie Nelson link. Now im curious as to what it was ?

"This video contains content from Vevo, who has decided to block it in your country."  Hello !!! The war here is over sirs lol

Green Berets i remember very well.  another good song.

Heres something  Bensonp  Old ! The 6th century to be exact .. Noooo its not me lol Just a change of scenery. I was writing about this place today. Just thought id share it here with you all. Monks came here in wee leather boats in the 6th century
and built a monastery. Im going to go again this year to visit. Its a spectacular place to visit. Also a nice video.
The Skelligs. Enjoy. Actually this is the nearest point to America from here. or there abouts.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gpg5k54qxsk

Old Doll

582

(518 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)

Loved Ray Davis and the kinks.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1h1oRP7FfBw

583

(16 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)

Yes , i agree deadstring"  said Old Doll hoping it wasnt her ?

Ill clatter the chops off whom ever offended you deadstring [ Just joking ]

I to have offended here without meaning to. Its the different cultures  around the world i guess. Lost in translation.

  Make my day and yours . Smile bigtime. lol lol lol There ! Thats better!.

Warm hugs from a chilly Emerald Isle.

A guy goes to the docs lol

Said Docs  " I feel like a ham ! go home said the Doc " Your Cured !


lol

585

(37 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)

Hi Topdown,

Please tell me that beautiful picture is  a poster i can purchase ?. I've never seen this picture before.
Its so beautiful. Id love it for my bed room.


Thank you for sharing this.

Old Doll

Hi Docs,
When i read your piece first, it reminded me of the sunday mornings many years ago. My kids then would come into my bed. I used to read the full version of Mary Howitt's "Come into the parlour said the spider to the fly". My kids always loved it. Although my eldest son is sooooooo scared now of spiders lol I didnt realize i was scaring him with my animation of same.

I took my dogs walking earlier. I near landed on my derrier 3 times. I was concentrating more on lyrics
for your PLEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEASE" then my safety. Ok Sir, maybe not what you wished for but ! Change or use whatever you wish.

Fiddler spider and the Doc’s.                               Helena Donovan.

“Our reclusive days are over��  Said the fiddler to THE DOCS
Let’s polish up the Crotch,   go ride as fast as rockets.
“Forget about them parlours, Forget about them flies
Well tear up some old boot heels,   were the rocking guys...

Let’s  customize our look , bare our souls through rock and roll
You  the great guitarist, I’ll put rosin on me bow
Smoke some weed, drink poteen, my bite ill keep within
Relaxed and stoned no fears ! I won’t necrotise your skin

I’ll keep it for the groupies; we’ll meet along the way
Cupids eyes  of 8, scanning   girls for easy lay.
Will be rocking, Snell approved, safe inside airframes
Hit the big time, wow the chicks,  toast them with champagne

Ill fiddle with them strings, golden rosin, solo bender
You   docs can show your grip with vintage keys for fenders
Well play the greatest gigs till our rosin all runs low
Get a boost at Betty Ford, to find our up and go

Buy a mustang for the days were feeling  all tired out
Hit the coast, do hairy Moonies, in leather vested cloth
Nimble ride back through the years, get our kicks on 66
This parlour life is over docs, it’s a webby sticky trick.

Old Doll.

You know what Docs !

this could be a great wee catchy tune with a little more added  or slightly changed lyrics.

It does sound like the spider and the driver has had to much wacky backy lol
But then ! how many tunes were written under the influence of something or other ?

Old Doll.

588

(17 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)

AccoustikNoyz !

Lovely animals i must say.  i just busted laughing at the style of them.

Great photos.

Old Doll.

589

(37 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)

We had a  slight thaw earlier, now its  4 below again. Very icy conditions.

Its a great excuse  to stay home the morrow to read or play guitar. Woohoo.
So glad to be home now in my warm abode. Wishing the same for all people.

Russell ! How did you deflate that tyre ? I have one also lol  its a eating and drinking to much tyre . Mine needs deflation also !!

Old Doll.

590

(5 replies, posted in Poems)

Thank you again for your kind words.

It gives me great encouragement to keep writing.

Old Doll.

591

(5 replies, posted in Poems)

Thank you kind sirs,

Your both very kind. Its appreciated as always.

Old Doll

592

(6 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)

Morning Docs,

I cannot even imagine how life must be for you Sir.  your free in so far that you've learned to share your deepest feelings.
I believe thats a very brave  thing to do.  The seeds of your life before your accident are not diminished, just altered Docs.

I liken your life now to a hybrid ! Life now offers the blending of the best characteristics you still possess. Its a refocusing of newly planted life seeds. You are still Lieven. Altered yes! but lifes purpose remains the same.
You must think about how resilient you were and are. You sir are a living miracle. A testament to your own survival.
Ask life to open new doors for you. I will also ask in prayer for you for peace of mind and acceptance.

Russell is right in what he says. "any day you wake up is a good day not a sentence."

C'mon now Docs tell Old Doll how you lost 25kg ? lol Just kidding !

Warm Hugs to you Special man.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=otuwNwsqHmQ

Old Doll.

593

(17 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)

Have a wonderful happy day Petal.

I wish you all you wish  for your self. May life realize your dreams.

Love n hugs to you.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29WtO6EKMcA


Old Doll.

594

(17 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)

http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/s9 … directlink

595

(5 replies, posted in Poems)

I had my usual trip to the Fairy Glen in the Mourne Mountains just recently. For me this place is magical. I took  notes on the day about my experience while there. This is the piece.
Thanks in advance for reading.

Thinking of Unknown

Angels walked with me today with thought of Botticelli
Images divine grace me with such pleasure
I pray “to soar a while, ascend   the trees so tall
Inside protective wings, blending with the snow

Temperature is low, soul imaged on powder snow 
Silence, your presence is unveiled in woodland growth
Voices heard like whispers, sweet celestial sounds
Echo in my head from the mountains all around.

Solitary playing I never quite achieved
Gloved hands make a snowball; I hurl it like a kid
A robin flies out quickly, waistcoat red with pride
His bushy home invaded, he chattered to chastise.

Quietly I watched him as he flew from tree to tree
Winged angelic grace like the ones protecting me
Mastering through time to act as if alone
  Territorial comfort halts my thinking of
Unknowns.

Old Doll.

596

(518 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)

Id forgotton how good this song was.

Thanks papatom.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZlB8i9AqFaE

597

(2 replies, posted in Poems)

Now wouldnt all this be just splendid Phill ?

I guess its on another plain altogether.

Myra Hindleys name send shivers through me reading this. She was a badun no doubt. I read about her and the Moors Murders a long time ago.

Old Doll.

598

(4 replies, posted in Poems)

Get well soon Docs,

I now await Zurfs writing from lack of sleep also.

It should be a blast !

Hugs to you.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z4XgP5tnI4c

Docs !
Me Mammys dog was a hermaphrodite.  We only found this out when her  dog was quite old. She [ me Mam] was never quite the same when she had to change the dogs name from Fluff to Fluffette.

lol lol lol We always wondered why his eyes were so big ! lol

Last time i checked i was definitely a woman.

Old Doll.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_nOk9Fi6gKQ

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(3 replies, posted in Poems)

Docs !

Thats Funny lol

You can have it in whatever way you like.

Old Doll.