The Tower Ravens
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Comment from w.j.debi
This is an interesting bit of history. I had no idea about the ravens. I bet there have been all sorts of stories written about them. That the King was was so superstitious certainly benefits the birds.
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2021
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This is an interesting bit of history. I had no idea about the ravens. I bet there have been all sorts of stories written about them. That the King was was so superstitious certainly benefits the birds.
Comment Written 09-Feb-2021
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2021
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Thank you W.J. for reading, glad you enjoyed. They are the best looked after ravens in the U.K. Cheers, Kay.
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
Your picture is awesome, Aussie. Your notes are informative, too. I enjoyed reading and reviewing your well-written poem. You included great facts about their history, lifestyle, and enjoyment people get from them. I would love to see the ravens and even feed one like in the picture.
Thanks for sharing.
Respectfully, Jan
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2021
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Your picture is awesome, Aussie. Your notes are informative, too. I enjoyed reading and reviewing your well-written poem. You included great facts about their history, lifestyle, and enjoyment people get from them. I would love to see the ravens and even feed one like in the picture.
Thanks for sharing.
Respectfully, Jan
Comment Written 08-Feb-2021
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2021
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They are a great tourist attraction and the best fed birds in England. The Yeoman of the Guard (Queen's men) look after them like babies.
We don't have ravens in Oz, we do have crows and they are the pits!
Thanks for reading my friend. Love, K XX
Comment from LJbutterfly
Thank you for the fascinating story of the six ravens. Your photo and poem paired perfectly, adding depth to your words. I loved the last stanza telling us that a raven flew away but returned for "Food and friends." Well done.
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2021
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Thank you for the fascinating story of the six ravens. Your photo and poem paired perfectly, adding depth to your words. I loved the last stanza telling us that a raven flew away but returned for "Food and friends." Well done.
Comment Written 08-Feb-2021
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2021
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Hello LJflutterby! First time I have met you. I am so pleased you enjoyed my poem/story. They are so spoilt and have the guards look after them for the Queen (and the tourists.) Thank you, Kay XX
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Hi Aussie, I just realized why you did not realize we were already fans. I changed my name from Lorraine Jackson.
Comment from RGstar
What a well written poem Ausie. A nice dedication. Have you seen the ravens? Your poem had good injections of imagery hat gave a sharp sense of the bird you speak of.
A good strong delivery here, and very much a splendid write.
Bravo.
We don't get enough sixes my friend, but I like this one.
Well done.
My best wishes.
RG
reply by the author on 08-Feb-2021
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What a well written poem Ausie. A nice dedication. Have you seen the ravens? Your poem had good injections of imagery hat gave a sharp sense of the bird you speak of.
A good strong delivery here, and very much a splendid write.
Bravo.
We don't get enough sixes my friend, but I like this one.
Well done.
My best wishes.
RG
Comment Written 07-Feb-2021
reply by the author on 08-Feb-2021
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Thank you my friend. Yes, I was in London in '88. Fascinating history and all six birds have names; they keep a spare just in case! Blessings, Kay.
Comment from mermaids
This is wonderful. I was unaware of these noble birds and your poem pays tribute to them. There is a feel of another place and time in your words even though the ravens are still at the London Tower. Excellent theme for a poem that has a sense of adventure.
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2021
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This is wonderful. I was unaware of these noble birds and your poem pays tribute to them. There is a feel of another place and time in your words even though the ravens are still at the London Tower. Excellent theme for a poem that has a sense of adventure.
Comment Written 07-Feb-2021
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2021
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Hello my friend, Thanks so much for reading and yes, the past can be felt in the Tower. It was a bloody past being a prison, usually the last stop before Tower Hill where they were executed. Yuk.
Comment from Sanku
Thank you for telling us this story .I visited the Tower of London a fe years back but no one told us the story .Very well portrayed.I am glad the raven returned
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2021
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Thank you for telling us this story .I visited the Tower of London a fe years back but no one told us the story .Very well portrayed.I am glad the raven returned
Comment Written 07-Feb-2021
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2021
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Hello my friend, When you were there, the Yeoman of the Guard should have told you some history or maybe the Crown Jewels came first! K XX
Comment from Debbie Pope
I love this, Aussie. A little history in rhymed verse. Since I like history and poetry, you got me both ways. I have visited the tower, but I did not know that about the ravens. I do know that they symbolize wisdom, healing powers, longevity, and death. What a mixed bag! I think Poe is responsible for that death image.
Don't you just adore Gloria and her birds? That was sweet of you to give her that show of recognition and appreciation. I enjoyed this one very much. I won't forget the legend.
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2021
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I love this, Aussie. A little history in rhymed verse. Since I like history and poetry, you got me both ways. I have visited the tower, but I did not know that about the ravens. I do know that they symbolize wisdom, healing powers, longevity, and death. What a mixed bag! I think Poe is responsible for that death image.
Don't you just adore Gloria and her birds? That was sweet of you to give her that show of recognition and appreciation. I enjoyed this one very much. I won't forget the legend.
Comment Written 07-Feb-2021
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2021
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Hello Possum, So glad you enjoyed. The Beefeater should have told you some history? Maybe he was more interested in the Crown Jewels!
Blessings, Kay xx
Comment from Janice Canerdy
In this descriptive, informative poem, you have done a good job of telling about those ravens and the King who placed his trust in them. I especially like the last stanza.
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2021
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In this descriptive, informative poem, you have done a good job of telling about those ravens and the King who placed his trust in them. I especially like the last stanza.
Comment Written 07-Feb-2021
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2021
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Hello Janice, Thanks so much for reading, glad you enjoyed. Blessings, Kay xx
Comment from l.raven
HI Kace, I didn't know anything about those ravens...
very interesting...I'm sure that most people there believe the same story...
that if the ravens are no longer there...London would fall...
I love your poem sweetie pie...and love this picture...precious...very well written my sweet friend...love you...Linda xxoo
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2021
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HI Kace, I didn't know anything about those ravens...
very interesting...I'm sure that most people there believe the same story...
that if the ravens are no longer there...London would fall...
I love your poem sweetie pie...and love this picture...precious...very well written my sweet friend...love you...Linda xxoo
Comment Written 06-Feb-2021
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2021
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Hello Possum, Yes, the ravens are a big tourist attraction. I didn't go when I was in London. Wrote you a letter? Love, Kace.
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Thank you...love you sweet girl...xxoo
Comment from Gloria ....
First off what a terrific photograph!
What a fine poem too. Just the right amount of imagery and history combined with the subtle tone of mystery and reality making this a superb poem.
Very, very well done, K. I much appreciate the dedication. :))
Gloria
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2021
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First off what a terrific photograph!
What a fine poem too. Just the right amount of imagery and history combined with the subtle tone of mystery and reality making this a superb poem.
Very, very well done, K. I much appreciate the dedication. :))
Gloria
Comment Written 06-Feb-2021
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2021
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Hello my friend, I haven't been writing for a while, remembered you would like to know. I didn't see them when I was in London. Glad you enjoyed my little poem. Blessings, Kay XX
