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Flashback – ‘Something in the Air’ Thunderclap Newman (1969)

Thunderclap Newman was a British rock band formed in 1969to showcase the talent of pianist Andy ‘Thunderclap’ Newman They became known for the hit ‘Something in the Air’ Newman died 29 March 2016 age 73, cause of death unknown Lyrics at end (Category ‘Blasts from the past’ for more trips down memory lane) Call outContinue reading “Flashback – ‘Something in the Air’ Thunderclap Newman (1969)”

Priscilla Plays Hide and Seek

I like to play with masterGame of hide and seekI’m hiding good and proper nowCome and find me…… Don MatthewsDecember 2020 (Category ‘Priscilla the cat’ for more adventures of Priscilla)

Flashback – ‘Monster Mash’ Bobby Pickett (1964)

Bobby ‘Boris’ Pickett was an American singer/songwriter/actor and comedian. As a 9-year-old he watched many horror films. Lyrics at end. American Bandstand 13 October 1964 Halloween 2015 (Category ‘Blasts from the past’ for more trips down memory lane) I was working in the lab, late one nightWhen my eyes beheld an eerie sightFor my monsterContinue reading “Flashback – ‘Monster Mash’ Bobby Pickett (1964)”

Gladly, Happily, Cheerfully

Christmas is a timeWhen presentsAre given gladlyReceived happilyAnd exchanged cheerfully Don MatthewsDecember 2020

My New Car and the Pesky Grammar Board (I’m inna silly Saturday mood)

My brake is a bit touchy (terchy) The Grammar Board and I don’t quite see eye to eyeThey’re always on my back for not conforming to their rules It finally packed up on meMy trusty Ford FestivaStuck in reverse, it’s gearbox shotI had to Rest In Peace her Now have an automaticBut brake is ratherContinue reading “My New Car and the Pesky Grammar Board (I’m inna silly Saturday mood)”

Section C

You’re looking for a book sir?On ancient literacy?You’ll find them all togetherIn Lit in section C Slight design fail?…. Don MatthewsDecember 2020 (Category DESIGN FAILS for more fails)

Tinkerbell

Bought a present (Tinkerbell)For my daughter dearExamined it for damaged partsWhatever’s this hole here? It’s for enemas daddy. I want to be a nurse…. Should you have an aspiring nurse in your family they can be ordered online from the China Tinkerbell Factory. Make sure to specify the one with a hole (Cat. No. T2741HO).Continue reading “Tinkerbell”

Priscilla Chases Possums

I had myself a lovely nightChasing here and therePossums, when BANG, suddenlyI ended up in here? Don MatthewsDecember 2020 (Category ‘Priscilla the cat’ for further adventures of Priscilla)

Doctor Poet Don

I cannot be without itMy without-fear is realMust have it always with meWithout, great fear I feel You sound in deep trouble…. What do you fear being without my child?…. My mobile phone…. Ah?…a typical case of nomaphobia…. What?…. A fear of being without your phone…. It has become so popular they havenow added yourContinue reading “Doctor Poet Don”

RIP Avicii, Dead at 28 (world famous dj)

Tim Bergling (Avicii) was a Swedish DJ, remixer, record producer, musician, singer and songwriter. He suffered stress and poor mental health. On 20 April 2018 he committed suicide, age 28 Avicii, a world-famous DJPerformed with the great Rolling StonesConcerned with his health and wellbeingAt 28, dead, and now gone As poet I want to reflectWhatContinue reading “RIP Avicii, Dead at 28 (world famous dj)”