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The Pub

Weak audible creaks from a faded pub sign
Preludes a visual crash, combed by critical eyes
Though the structure was sound
The worn brackets were faint
Flaking words curled and dropped
With the tired peeling paint.

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Andrea Dietrich

Date: 9/3/2025 2:12:00 PM

Gosh this is from over ten years ago. Hope to see more new poems from you. Interesting little story of the pub sign.

John Fleming

Date: 9/19/2016 12:11:00 AM

Fantastic little piece of verse! My best regards. :) john

Bl Devnath

Date: 5/27/2016 11:22:00 AM

Though the structure is sound sign is very weak but enjoyment continues even flaking words curled and dropped. Nice imagery my lovely friend. A 7. Loved always, bl

Michelle Mac Donald
Date: 5/27/2016 12:45:00 PM

Thank you, BL.:) I love those old signs, replicas and replacements just aren't the same. Keep well and keep writing! Mikki :)

Emile Pinet

Date: 2/5/2015 10:38:00 AM

Great imagery brings the experience to life, and we can see what you see through the eyes of a poet. Wonderful work with great thought given to the subject mater as it is gently unfolded for the readers consideration. Emile.

Gary Bateman

Date: 12/20/2014 10:49:00 AM

Mikki, Thanks for taking an interest in my Rudolph poem!! Rudolph was and still is a childhood favorite of mine (as well as Frosty the Snowman). I haven't seen Rudolph animation you mention with Burl Ives' narration, but I am fully aware of Ives' many ballads and songs (to include Christmas songs). This was a very special part of him as an entertainer separated from his other well-known persona as stage and film actor. Merry Christmas to you Mikki and I will be one of your readers!! Best, Gary

Gary Bateman

Date: 12/19/2014 5:58:00 PM

Mikki, I thought I might drop by in the wee hours of the morning here in Germany to take a quick peek at some more of your fine poetry. (I believe I commented earlier on your Pub II poem.) What imagery you've used here with this couplet!! I really like this notion and image of the Victorian Pub. Best Holiday Wishes, Gary (And a "7" from me too!!)

Michelle Mac Donald
Date: 12/19/2014 8:52:00 PM

Thank you, Gary! In reality I had been amazed with your Rudolf poem. Maybe I had been trying to make myself feel better, I always found that to be a touching animation. In fact, I'd cried each time I'd watched it.:( Burl Ives had done the narration for both of these animations.

Funom Makama

Date: 2/28/2014 11:41:00 AM

Absolutely brilliant. Thanks for making my day. I have found it pleasurable to always begin the weekend with Poetrysoup because poets like you and poems like this do not disappoint. Have a lovely weekend

Debbie Guzzi

Date: 1/22/2014 9:37:00 AM

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Debbie Guzzi

Date: 1/19/2014 7:52:00 PM

I so liked real pub's like they are in England, the friendliness! How are you my sweet friend? Kiwi? It's getting cold here again [ahh well it is January!] Light & Love

Daver Austin

Date: 1/13/2014 10:10:00 AM

We saw Nebraska at the movies yesterday. Boy does us young guys feel old after that one. Great flick. Academy award stuff. Love, daver

Daver Austin

Date: 1/12/2014 9:42:00 AM

We're getting it bad (weather) but you're getting it much worse. Stay safe, dear one. Love, daver

Daver Austin

Date: 1/12/2014 9:15:00 AM

Mikki! Where is the second stanza to your Pub? My thirst is overpowering. Love this one the second time through even more. Love, daver

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 12/24/2013 1:46:00 AM

Michelle, Guess what? , The end of the year is approaching :) and there's no way I'm letting this year end, without dropping by with SMILES and CHRISTMAS CHEERS. Thank You for making this a great year for ALL OF US. --- May magic fill your days and all your dreams come true this holiday season. MERRY CHRISTAMS <3 Love Linda -The Sweetest Poet Destroyer

Michelle Mac Donald
Date: 7/1/2017 9:54:00 AM

Hey PD, difficult for me to imagine A "sweetest Poet Destroyer". :( Believe me for you know, my dreams have not anywhere near been answered.

Daver Austin

Date: 12/23/2013 7:55:00 AM

I;m thirsting for more of this Victorian pub, Mikki. Thanks for reading my Robin Hood humor. Love, daver