http://slow.writerscafe.org/brianedodd The original writings of author writingforfun en-us Copyright 2026 WritersCafe.org 1776057409 WritersCafe.org RSS Generator 15 A poem as a my response to recent world events, especially Paris. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/brianedodd/1669108/ About troubled teenager & parental relationships. The beginning and part of middle. Not sure where this is going yet but any comments welcome. Thanks. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/brianedodd/1652233/ A fee verse poem, inspired by a mother's love and looking back at my own childhood. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/brianedodd/1646964/ Not really a category for this piece. I suppose nearest to Monologue I could get. Just a few thoughts re. a news broadcast that brought good news rather than tragedies etc. If only... http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/brianedodd/1644847/ Written after a series of unfortunate, real life events recently. I've tried to be philosophical on reflection but events were quite 'trying' at the time. Reviews more than welcome. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/brianedodd/1637448/ Tried writing some fun free verse given the title. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/brianedodd/1634820/ reflections from personal experience. When all things seem against us it can seem as though God isn't there or doesn't listen. HE DOESS. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/brianedodd/1602868/ Challenged to write on this title by friends came up with this for fun. Though it is true I DO NOT LIKE GOING TO THE DENTIST !! http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/brianedodd/1584497/ Anecdotal piece based on recent event, Taking photos inside a derelict building. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/brianedodd/1558138/ Anecdotal. This is based on my first day on a new writing course. Things don't always go to plan so when challenged to write on 'It's the journey not the destination' this is what I came up with. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/brianedodd/1547515/ Reflections on the antonyms and anomalies of life loosely based on Jesus words 'What does it profit a man if he shall gain the whole world and forfeit his soul?' http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/brianedodd/1538716/ Fun rhyme for children & family ( can be read on a few levels) about a child who starts building people who then mysteriously add their own ! http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/brianedodd/1532667/ I was thinking recently of my school days, how good they were and the friendships I made. Just a few memories of mine aged 10-14 http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/brianedodd/1522784/ short piece about our daily overuse of cliches http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/brianedodd/1521388/ I wrote this after attending a writing group. Asked to produce and write about an object that we hold with affection. I went home and wrote this piece as it evoked memories of my dear mother. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/brianedodd/1520595/ This poem is a response to the way that some birds of prey are being kept in captivity at a well-known Cardiff attraction. I was particularly moved by a snowy owl. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/brianedodd/1518914/ A go at rhyme in response to newspaper article. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/brianedodd/1517789/ Why I Write ?    I cannot paint.I’ve never been an artist unless you count my picture of Bill and Benas art  when I was 13 and my teacherliked it and showed it to the class.I cannot compose music unless you count a 2-part harmony for ‘O’ leve.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/brianedodd/1517772/ Maths was a subject I studied . I do love numbers. As I was at the gym my mind kept thinking about numbers so I penned this nonsense. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/brianedodd/1517193/ I had been helping my son (28) build a shed from kit he'd sent for. Having built sheds from 'scratch' before thought it would be easy. Three days later ..... http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/brianedodd/1517181/ Based on an actual occurrence recently. Made me wonder. ( still does!) http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/brianedodd/1515087/ Poem based on a real encounter and subsequent conversation with a seemingly homeless person. I was very pressed for time but I was quite moved by his situation and offered what HOPE I knew of. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/brianedodd/1510376/ A children's fantasy poem about going on holiday with day ! http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/brianedodd/1509851/