Alan J Ripley

2026-02-05
Memories Melinda
The mammoth of my mind,
I search all recesses.
To see just what I'll find.
When I climbed up,
upon your ferris wheel.
It opened up my mind.
Thanks for sharing.
WISPS OF SUMMER
This blast from the past.
Regards Alan

2026-02-04
Hi kee
This poetry was for me,
Being transported into the imagery.
Of a place I'd wish to see.
Thanks for sharing.
Regards Alan

2026-02-04
Hi Melinda
I remain silent most of the time,
Dementia doesn't help with,
The word's I wish to find.
Digesting each word that comes out,
Of someone's else's mouth.
only later in day that,
I process what was said.
Sometimes I find there's a lot,
Of extra drivel floating in my head.
Nuff said.
Regards Alan

2026-02-02
I found this pleasant to read Melinda,
Loved the humour in the last line.
It gave me food for thought,
Regards Alan.

2026-01-26
Marie
Your words ring so true.
Nice to read from you again,
From your friend, Alan

2026-01-25
Strange to hear that nine bullets were fired, yet
The only one That was shot was standing up
for rights was holding a camera.
( according to British news)
It seems that the attack against illegal immigrants,
Isn't just about; The immigrants. If it was wouldn't this
Pertain to all states. Shame on the person who
Thought killing was acceptable.
My heart goes out to family and friends of the many
That are killed for no reason. For trying to stand up
for the rights of others.
Regards Alan

2026-01-05
A wealth of talent
Gives joy to all.
Regards Alan

2026-01-02
A likeable read
Happy new year Jim, to you and yours
Regards Alan and the rest of his tribe.

2025-12-26
Happy new year and bless you and yours too.
Regards Alan and the rest of his tribe.

2025-12-22
It didn't work to well for icarus....

2025-12-14
Loss to cancer is:
Something most of us have to bear,
Sorry to hear you have gone through this too.
A friend is still a friend even if their no longer here.
Regards Alan

2025-12-14
Reading this brings back memories.
Of not only being bullied at school,
But being beaten for not remembering my a b c,
Which wasn't easy for a dyslexic kid.
Thanks for sharing. Regards Alan

2025-12-14
You are definitely an anthology of stories
That I am willing to read.
Thanks for sharing.
Regards Alan.

2025-12-14
Made me smile,
Something I haven't done for ages.
A nice and different poem.
Enjoyed the read.
Regards Alan.

2025-12-14
Sorry for your loss Sona.
I always liked to think,
Their only a phone call away.
Regards Alan.

2025-12-07
Melinda happy birthday.
like your poetry style.
Remember it's our past that makes us
Who we are today. When we share the darkness
Light always shines through.
Regards Alan

2025-12-04
Well written poetry
Hits me like a summer day.
It's a warmth worth sharing.
Albert.
Regards Alan

2025-10-28
I wish I could have helped
If only I didn't have this damn mixed dementia.
My hat goes off to Sameen and allen for stepping up.
As well as Isabelle who's going through some trying times.

2025-10-23
Eloquently put.
Regards Alan

2025-10-22
I feel like this all the time,
With dementia in my mind.
Without you poetbay,
May never have existed.
My poem's would never have been written,
As far as being useless,
You've inspired me to write several poems.
Including the flummox which I still consider
To be one of my best. Have a great weekend.
Huge hugs and kisses. Regards Alan

2025-09-30
It's nice to feel that way about the one you love,
I've been with mine 57 years , married fifty one.
It's only when we met that my life had begun.
Thanks for sharing. Regards Alan.

2025-09-30
So Ken
The inmates are running the asylum.
What's new?

2025-09-30
Were all confined to the bone,
Living on this troubled land together
Yet separate alone. I wish that could be me,
I'm not allowed out by myself.
If I could escape my tortured mind,
Then at least I could be free.
Welcome to the madhouse E.M
Of some very fine writers here on poetbay.
Regards Alan

2025-09-24
Melissa I understand where you're coming from,
I myself like many others have fair Weather friends.
Who never stayed in touch, Think we should
forgive them, sometimes it's hard for people
to even pick up the phone. With dementia it keeps
me from remembering names and sometimes
face's. As always love reading your poetry.
Regards Alan

2025-09-14
I know how you feel ken,
Such is a poets mind.

2025-09-12
It's said Dougie that people are are so embroidered
in themselves, that they don't see the world around them.
Recently a girl in a shop in my town was attacked,
She was in a card shop in her wheelchair, Nobody
in the shop saw it happen. Even though one of the staff
called the police. She was attacked from behind.
An unprovoked attack. Seems we're living in a don't care society....

2025-07-05
Thanks for the accolade Albert,
High praise from a fellow poet.
Regards Alan

2025-05-27
I honestly agree with Allen
Such a lovely poem of remembrance
Regards Alan

2025-05-27
A beautiful poem by a beautiful person

2025-05-14
Sounds divine

2025-05-14
Hi Sona, thanks for your posting
I cringe at the thought of meeting others in person,
Yet as a television engineer I excelled and
Always treated others with respect and kindness.
Party's was something I took the wife too.
But in reality I never stood out but blended into the background.

2025-04-07
Any surgery is a tough option,
My heart goes out to you.
It may seem there's tough times ahead,
Then again if there's no other options.
Personally I think I'd prefer surgery,
I now there's a lot of what if's your going through.
But if all goes smoothly it takes about a month
to recover. But no more swinging from the chandler.
Dear Isabel. ( hope I've spelt your name right )
Only I seem to forget names these days.
Take care hugs and kisses from
Alan and the rest of his tribe.

2025-04-04
The narrative and the descriptive text takes us along with you
On this poetic journey. Thanks for sharing.
Regards Alan

2025-03-30
Hi Sona, to many hill's,
I always used to take my bike out for a walk.
Regards Alan

2025-03-25
Another gem

2025-02-17
Hi Ken
Most of my writing and rhymes,
Comes from inspirational creativity
Of things I see or hear.
A single word can sometimes
Invoke a poem or a story.
Keep doing what you're doing Ken,
I'll try to do the same.
Regards Alan.

2025-02-14
Some books are a window to the past
I'm like you Ken they hold a wealth of information
That should never be forgotten
Regards Alan

2025-02-05
Sometimes ken I feel they don't give the author
Enough credit on some tv programs and films
If they mention their names at all
It's normally in the smallest print

2025-02-04
This reminds me of my youth,
The church bell's no longer wring.
But I could hear them as I read your poem,
Sundays were always a day to look forward to.
Thanks for sharing Elle.
Regards Alan.

2025-01-28
Sona I love the expressiveness of your
Poetry it always comes from the heart
Regards Alan

2025-01-28
Kshiti no matter what life brings
You'll always be accepted here
It can be daunting to fit in a place
Thanks for sharing Pleased your well
From a friend and admirer of your
Writing talent on poetbay
Regards Alan and his tribe

2025-01-25
I'm glad to hear that ken

2025-01-25
Pleased it did David

2025-01-24
What is this moment?
As through the age's told.
With each and passing year,
I think it's getting old.

2025-01-22
This poem was well worth translation
Nicely written, thanks for sharing.
Regards Alan

2025-01-22
Sometimes people do things
That others regret
They never understand
That a victim is a victim
Who never lays a hand

2025-01-22
Well said. But I hope that this year
Will be a year for all to remember

2025-01-22
Poetry is the power that frees the mind

2025-01-22
Nicely done

2025-01-22
Home; a place were life begins.