About
The more I thought about what to write under “About” the less comfortable I became about writing anything at all. The present is an uneasy compromise. A bit like relationship or democracy really. Hopefully anyone who has been here before I erased previous attempts has a poor memory. None of it was too important or interesting anyway, and I’m quite happy it’s gone the way of the dodo. If you do want to know more about “About” read the poems and odd bits of writing and the “Book Of Guff“. Then there are the clues to glean from scattered “Comments” of course, and it’s not too difficult to track down an e-mail address. Sorry, I don’t do the dreaded Facebook or Twitter for obvious reasons. (If you don’t know why that’s obvious I probably can’t explain it to you.) I hope you will enjoy exploring, and if you do decide to communicate, I’ll see you there.
The wisdom of age manifests in the personality of your poetry and probably the kind of person you are. Wish you all the best!
I knew getting old must be good for something.
I found you through Randall’s blog and I am so glad I did, Ben. I will be taking a look around, and I know I love what I’ve seen so far… To tell you the truth, my blogroll needs a serious cleanup and I think today’s the day. Out with the dead wood to make room for new (to me, at least) exciting writing. Go well.
Welcome.
I haven’t really had the time to check out most of your poems, but now that i do have the time, i am just going to check them out one by one because what i have seen so far is so awesome.. It’s amazing..
A comment like this makes the writing so much more worthwhile. Thank you.
Hi, Ben. Thanks for subscribing. I’ve been reading your poems and I am impressed. I’ve added you in my blogroll.
“I’ve added you in my blogroll.”
That’s a kindness. Appreciated.
I hope to be reading some comments about some of the poems; feedback is good.
Hello Ben, thank you for finding me and sharing with me your piece on “Millie and Me” in relation to my poem “Wanted: Obsessed Male” Turbo is my first dog, a childhood dream come true; every moment together is special to me – those connections to certain animals are indescribable yet so inspiring and so very valuable.
Millie generally lives with my step-daughter but stays with us fairly regularly. I wrote and posted my piece on 16th November. It was such a coincidence to find your poem that I thought I would “Comment” on yours as they complement one another so well. I thought your readers might enjoy another facet of the human/canine relationship, and I especially liked that the genders were swapped!
You have a beautiful, enviable style of writing. I am terrible at poetry myself, but I really love to read it! I look forward to reading more from this blog. Thank you so much for sharing your work.
Thank you for your appreciation.
If you want to develop a style of writing that you feel more comfortable with, the only advice I can give you really is to keep reading others’ and lots and lots of practice. It’s also good to have a decent “shit detector”, but without being over-critical of yourself.
Rereading a piece several times, especially over a period, often allows you to see things that could do with either changing or removing before you launch it into the world.
If you want to get serious, there are always writing courses, and/or you can look around for a local writers’ group to join. You might also think about becoming a “follower” at http://suehealy.org.
Good luck!
I love the wisdom in your words… a modern day Solomon, perhaps???
I look forward to learning from you Ben Naga. Blessings ~
What a lovely comment to find after a very frustrating day when my e-mail client was down.
. Thank you so much for your kind words, BlueGem. If you do come across anything helpful in your life then that is a bonus for me. 
My poetry is a bit if a hodge-podge really. If you are interested in attempts at wisdom, try “The Book Of Guff” instead.
Your blog is amazing, i always enjoy every single post, that is why i have nominated you for the versatile blogger’s award.
to accept it please do click here http://chicpress.wordpress.com/2011/12/15/the-versatile-blogger-award/
Thank you so much. Lovely to share the planet with you.
Ethel and I have nominated you for a Versatile Blogger Award. You’ll have to go to fourwindowspress if you don’t know about it, and if you follow the instructions you’re a winner. We are mainly trying to let you know how much we honor you and your work, so you may or may not chose to accept the award. That’s up to you, but we certainly think you are worthy of more than this one gesture of thanks for you and your poetry.
Well, thank you so very much for your kind words and your nomination. I have already accepted a previous nomination back in November. However, I certainly appreciate the nomination. Have a wonderful Christmas and New Year and great happiness in 2012.
Hullo, I’m passing the Rudolph Award onto you. Here’s why:
http://justbeingthoughtful.wordpress.com/2011/12/27/question-615/
I have acknowledged your kind nomination on your blog. It’s nearly 1 am now. I will be posting a full response here, hopefully tomorrow. Thank you again.
Nominated you for the liebster blog award, check this out for more details:
http://artepiphany.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/im-back/
I liked your old style and I like your new…Your poetry makes me stop and think, is easy to read, profound and animated. (I don’t do facebook or twitter either)
Thanks for your kind words. I look forward to seeing you around.
Fun fact: If you haven’t received the 7×7 blogger award yet it’s yours if you want it
http://fhhakansson.com/2012/01/17/new-awards-and-updates/
Too kind. Too kind. Thank you.
Well, I love you already because you don’t do Facebook or Twitter–and apparently you’ve edited your “about”, and you expect people to “READ” what’s here if they’re interested in gleaning information. Also, if Betty Hayes Albright gives you a nod, I sit up and take notice–she and I are new “sisters-of-the-sea”, having met here in blogville.
Am very curious about the Rudolph Award–mainly because I didn’t know awards would be a constant part of blogging at WP. I’ve been asking around as to where they all originate–and can I just dream one up and start handing it out too???
Okay, I’ll have to come back for a longer read another day–the headache is making typing impossible. Regards to you–you’re welcome to visit my blog (no promises). God bless you today!
Thank you. I will take a look at your site. Can’t tell you anything about the background to “awards”, I’m afraid. My “Rudolph” came from Addie at
http://justbeingthoughtful.wordpress.com/2011/12/27/question-615/
I’ll recommend her site while I’m at at.
Hi Ben!
Just in case you weren’t aware of it, I nominated you (on Jan. 18th) for the Genuine Blogger’s Award. Sorry, I didn’t notify most of the people on the list (due to lack of time) but was hoping everyone would eventually see themselves in that post. Hope you’ll go back and check it out.
http://raindancepoetry.wordpress.com/2012/01/18/genuine-blogger-award-2/
(Sorry, I can’t make that link active – maybe after it posts it’ll come alive?)
Ah! The link sprang to life!!!
Yes, that seems to be the way comments work, at least with this theme. Thank you so much for the award. I’m a little behind reading my favourite e-logs at the moment, as I’ve been off line for a couple of days. Things quickly mount up.
There once was a blogger named Ben
Who gave me two awards, but then…
Oh, Great Caesar’s Ghost ~
I just remembered to post!
Here’s a link, my poetic friend..
http://missedee.com/2012/02/09/blogger-awards/
Somehow this comment squeezed past under the radar. Anyway, I discovered it today. I feel a bit better because I discovered I had already not only seen your original post and even commented there.
Nice limerick too.
a fascinating description for a blog, i cant even decipher half of it. peace! Always kind of get lost when it comes to poetry, w/c for me is a completely different world of writting. Fascinating that world is.
saw yours from the blogrol of the gorgeous Addie mascott lover (dont tell her).
Don’t worry. Your secret is safe with me.
As for my poetry; if you would like more information about any particular piece, please do feel free to either comment or e-mail. They all do mean something, really.
everyne’s words are important, for they will touch the one(s)
they are meant to…
sometimes one will never know all the lives their words touched…
as for interesting, yes you are LOLs, anyone who can capture
someone’s attention and hold it as they wander through your thoughts
has something of interest to share….
I am glad I found your interesting blog….
Have a Great day!…
Take Care…..
You Matter…..
)0(
BlessedBe
maryrose
I am glad you found some interest in my musings, maryrose. Perhaps I shall continue to interest you, in which case I hope to see some more comments from you in the future.
Meantime I will have a look at yours, although I must admit to being engaged in an ongoing battle between reading others’ words and fashioning new verbal structures of my own and have to work hard at not being overwhelmed by the bounty.
And. just out of interest, how did you come across this e-log?
I think it was on the FierceBuddist blog….
I will usually always comment…LOLs
I know the feeling of that ongoing battle…
I am in the middle of it too…
but it all works out….somehow ….
Thanks for following my blog, I’m glad
you took the time to stop by….
Take care
)0(
maryrose
I know when one “Like”s a particular post one can get an e-mail from WP in which they suggest “Great posts worth seeing from …” . Well, I have another suggestion. If you will go to http://bennaga.wordpress.com/2012/01/25/7×7-award/ you will find seven of my particular favourite posts. In return, perhaps you could suggest seven of yours I should read. What do you think?
Hi Ben
Hello there. How’re things?
I think of brilliant things to write about for my blog but I just am too tired after chasing my toddler around all day. But I am good. A post coming soon. There might be a second wind blowing…
Patience is a virtue, they say. We can practice it together.
Oh, and a little tip. Jot down a few notes about your idea. Otherwise you’ll forget it by the time you have the energy to compose a post, and that is REALLY annoying. I learnt that one the hard way.
Hi, I’ve nominated you for the Kreativ Blogger Award because I love reading your posts. You can see the details about the award on my blog. Keep it up!
Thank you, Nicola.
Hello Ben!
I have nominated you for the very inspiring blog award. I hope you accept it, details can be found here: http://wp.me/p1OTI7-r6
~ Sirenia ~
Thank you, Sirenia.
An award back!
Thanks for sharing you work 
I thought you should have the Sunshine Award!
http://winloseordraw.wordpress.com/2012/03/15/sunshine-award/
Any chance of the real thing? It’s *yet* another overcast day here in Cockermouth and we’re both in serious danger of surrendering to Seasonal Affective Disorder (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seasonal_affective_disorder). Rather sad really, I suppose. Still, this award will help me to cope. Thanks for remembering me.
Thank you for writing posts that cheer me up
As for the weather, maybe you guys need one of those SAD lamps? A friend has one and they’re fantastic!
Link?
Hello there,
You write wonderful poetry up here. Well done! Keep penning and keep inspiring. You’ll do wonders one day, I am sure!
And please take a look at my blog; I write poetry too. Some poems that may be of interest to you: “Love is a Heart Throbbing Joyride”, “My Greetings to You”, “Your Heart is My Favorite Playground”. Thank you and have a lovely day my friend!
Subhan Zein
Thank you for you kind words. I will certainly take a look at your site. Have a good day yourself.
Just letting you know I’ve passed the One Lovely Blog award on to you! Here’s the post
http://winloseordraw.wordpress.com/2012/05/16/lovely-jubbly/
I “liked” the poem with “likes” in, my mind hurts
Thank you. I shall do the necessary in due course.
“Beautiful Blogger Award”
http://ravenousforlife.wordpress.com/2012/05/25/beautiful-blogger-award-who-me/
Thank you for this. I am currently putting together the list of nominees required for a post acknowledging and accepting recent awards.
Hello Ben , I’ve nominated you for the Reader Appreciation Award. More details here: http://wp.me/p1ZC80-Xh
Steph
Thank you. See my comment on your post.