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Hi there, I'm not a part of the Lanarkshire learners but I've been writing some poems and was wondering if I could post them on here to see what people think? 

And the answer is YES!

review of Rain Man

An article by Winnie.

There is only one book and tape set and you can get it in Central Library East Kilbride.

If you just want to read the book you can get it at Hamilton Town House Library or at Rutherglen Library.
 

A general comment about Christine's learning, within and outwith her formal learning.

After the Six Book Challenge finished I bought a book called Stardust which is a more complex book. I am going to attempt to read it all.   Also, I am currently writing a book on my son's life.   It is done in a way my son will be able to read with words as well as pictures in place of words.
 

review of Rain Man

In reply to a question posed by the Web Master.

I saw the film but the book was better.   I digested it more.
because I could go slower.   The film goes fast.
 

Granny's recess bed

An article by Maureen from Kirkmuirhill.

This poem perfectly describes a time that encompassed many feelings: happy, scared, enjoyment and feeling safe; I can totally picture the scene as described.   The poem is funny, descriptive and conjures up some childhood memories for myself.
 

a Skylark's Cry

An article by Janet Strang from Hillhouse

This story send a very strong message that precious memories can lift your spirit when you think of someone who is no longer here.   Although talking about someone who has passed away it has a very positive message.
 

Granny's recess bed

A thank you from the author of 'Granny's recess bed'.

What a lovely surprise I got when I found out I had won first prize in your competition.  It was unexpected and I would like to say a big thanks. I think the site is great keep up the good work.
 

Granny's recess bed

An article by Maureen from Kirkmuirhill.

Granny's Recess Bed. I Loved your poem, it remembered me of, me and my wee sister going to stay at our Gran's
 

niece

In reply to a question posed by the Web Master.

Yes my niece has seen the poem. She sees the funny side to it and she's 16years old.
 

sisters

An article by Yvonne from South Lanarkshire

I liked the one about the sisters. Brothers are just as bad

the Stairheed Loo

Cathie from Kirkmuirhill

Made me laugh.
                             

sisters

An article by Yvonne from South Lanarkshire

I like your poem Yvonne, and It doesn't change with age  - believe me.

daughter Be Safe

An article by Yvonne from South Lanarkshire

Thanks for your comment on my poem 'Daughter Be Safe'
It is a sad! time for my daughter at the moment, so it was a very emotional poem for me to write.

sisters

An article by Yvonne from Blantyre

Thanks for your comment on my poem Sisters.  My sister was laughing, when I showed her the poem.   She loved it too.

the Tree is Older than Me

An article by Francis from Fernigair

I liked the poem because it was short and to the point. 

the Stairheed Loo

Cathie from Kirkmuirhill

Good poem. Just shows today's generation how it used to be not so long ago.
                             

review of Harry Potter Book

An article by Linda from East Kilbride

Harry Potter books and films are a favourite of mine and I think you really did well in your story and described it accurately

Scottish Cultural Evening

Angela from South Lanarkshire

Good work Angela well done it was a good night.

Scots weather

An article by a person from Blantyre

Yvonne, I'm afraid to say that it was a spelling mistake but nice of you to make a good excuse for me.  Don't tell anybody.

Scots weather

An article by a person from Blantyre

I loved your reply.   Funny how people are always protecting themselves, what ever the weather.

One thing I did notice is your spelling of pain.   I take it wasn't a mistake as it is a pain when the sun's shining throw the window, when your watching films or even the footie. Thanks for your reply.
 

Scots weather

An article by a person from Blantyre

We  all enjoyed your [ the webmasters ] reply to her original poem, 'Scots Weather' - very impressed - and Yvonne will respond in due course herself. 

reading and writing

An article by a learner from Lanark

Reading and Writing by Duncan at Larkhall.   Duncan is my brother and I am very proud of him.
 

photography and happiest moments

An article by a learner from Lanark

It's funny how times change.  This story shows the marked difference between the youth of today and when this story relates to. When just being able to work was a pleasure!

Photography has never been a passion with me, but this story gives a good insight into the authors pleasure in it.
 

photography and happiest moments

An article by a learner from Lanark

A story of someone who enjoyed being with they father and doing something that they could enjoy talking about later on in life.
 

photography and happiest moments

An article by a learner from Lanark

This was a very touching heart felt story of the love and friendship a young girl had with her dad.

guess who?

Here is the answer to the Guess Who? question in the above link.   If you click on the link you will go to the question.

Who ever you are [the person who said it was Jim Reeves] you are  correct.  Well done! (and the Webmaster forgot his question mark)
(ok, so I forgot my question mark.   I never said I was perfect)

Margaret from Blantyre

guess who?

An answer to the Guess Who? question in the above link.   If you click on the link you will go to the question.

James from Kirkmuirhill

guess who?

Is James from Kirkmuirhill correct with his answer of Jim Whitman?

Hi James,
         Sorry it's not Slim Jim Whitman.  But you can guess again.  I will give you a clue this time.  You got the first name correct but not Slim.  He was known as "Gentleman".
 

guess who?

Is this the correct answer.?
 

My favourite sweets were Crunchies, Rainbow Drops, Whispa Bars, Salt and Vinegar Crisps (all crushed up and vinegar added), Spangles, Cola Cubes, Sherbet Lemons and a cake of chocolate that had dark chocolate sandwiched between two layers of milk chocolate. 

Webmaster

I have noticed that one of our members has posted a discussion about their favourite sweet. Well actually they want to bring back the liquorice tasting black sports mixture sweetie rather than the flavour that is now.

This brought back memories for me of whopper bars, long liquorice laces and MB bars.

I recently found a shop that supplied these, although they weren't as big as I remember them.

Would you like to join our member in her campaign to resurrect the black sports mixture or was it the worst tasting sweet ever, or do you have memories of the best tasting sweets.

Why not join in the discussion on the discussion on the guidlife ?
 

first place Adult Learners Week 2007 Competition

An article by Archie from East Kilbride

This article gave me a lump in my throat because of the pleasure this man is now getting out of life; appreciating the simple things we all take for granted.

Comment by

Angela Logan

(Angela Logan and Raymond Cameron picked the winners of the Adult Learners' Week 2007 Web Site Competition)

second place Adult Learners Week 2007 Competition

An article by a learner from Lanark

I liked this because of the courage shown by the person who wrote it.   Now that person has the confidence to carry on and improve their quality of life.

Angela Logan

equal 3rd place Adult Learners Week 2007 Competition

An article by Jan from Hamilton

This one appealed to me because this woman has gained skills which now allow her to help other people in her community.

equal 3rd place Adult Learners Week 2007 Competition

An article by Supaporn from Uddingston

This person has achieved much, both within her community and her family.   She appears to have enjoyed her learning.

recipe for chicken with rice

An article by a Mailin from South Lanarkshire

This recipe sounds lovely, but I think there is far too much salt added to make this a healthy dish. "Salt to taste" would be better.

one million pound lottery win

An article by a learner in Larkhall

the beast

An article by Maureen King from Kirkmuirhill

A brilliant story Maureen. We've all been there and know exactly what you mean.   I was that unsuspecting shopper.

bullies

An article by Maureen King from Kirkmuirhill

I may be wrong, but some schools don't seem to know how to address the problem and try to sweep it under the carpet hoping it will go away.
 

the old Man by Jessie

An article by Jessie from Cambuslang

I found this story very moving and that it is very true that you should not judge a book by its cover. It not what on the outside but what's in the inside that counts. Margaret South Lanarkshire

 

brother and sisters

An article by someone from South Lanarkshire

I found this poem short and pithy.. It made me see a clear picture of a busy morning in a big Catholic family. It has atmosphere!

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it pays to shop around

An article by Archie from Blantyre

I agree that you have to shop around because there are so many different people charging different prices.
 

Chinese New Year

An article by Nina Deng

It is a good article because it sounded like a good family get together.

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Graham's car

A story by Graham McIntosh from Larkhall

I enjoyed Graham's car because it was funny. My favourite part was when his mother-in-law got a mark on her jacket.

I can relate to you. I am one of five. Some of our neighbours resented that my mother was a good manager and that we were well turned out.

Archie, Blantyre

Reading your story its always nice to hear about a mother's bond with their child. There is nothing wrong with that but you have to have a life too.

Let your child experience the company of other people she won't be a child for long she will grow up get married have children of her own and you will be left alone. I'm not saying there is anything wrong with the bond you have with your child but make sure you enjoy life too.  

I thought that the story was quite sad what was happening to the little girl but it was really good.
 

What is a Caper?   Read more comments about what capers are, and are not, by clicking here.

Ref. your query as to what a caper is. I work in the kitchens at the Avonbridge where you held your meeting. We have a rather large jar of them there, The caper is in fact a flower bud. In that respect it may be classed as a fruit. They are normally bought pickled and can be used in sauces but I like a small sprinkling of them in a mixed salad.

Charlie and the old man

Two stories by Jessie

A moving story, I felt sorry for the old man.   It was a terrible thing to happen.

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dieting

A poem from the learners in Larkhall

Very funny, a brilliant poem

George from Lanarkshire

my wedding

A story by Elizabeth from South Lanarkshire

What an excellent story that really showcases how hard you have worked over just 5 weeks!   Nice photos too.   I hope you have a lovely wedding day.   I also liked the floating cake in the last photo.

Kathleen from

Blantyre

famous people

A story by Martin from South Lanarkshire

I have met a few famous people but I can't believe martin met Geri Halliwell at a Jehovah's Witness convention..... in Hamilton!   That's amazing.

Emma Scott from Hamilton

the Christmas robin

A story by Nicola from South Lanarkshire

Nicola uses vivid imagery in her story and paints a lovely picture of the robin.

Laura from Rutherglen

a trip to Egypt and 'Egypt'

Two stories. One from Kenny and one from Sylvia

I was thinking of going on holiday soon and Kenny's story has persuaded me that Egypt is the place to go.   Sylvia's information on ancient Egypt has certainly given me some knowledge on Egypt's history, I'll be able to test my tour guide!

Laura from Rutherglen

the princess and the gnome

A story by four people from Rutherglen

What an excellent story, really imaginative characters and scenery.  I hope to read more stories from these 4 learners

Alexandra from Larkhall

guitar star

A story by Ruth Marshall from Larkhall

I liked the poem and the rhyming but the ending was a bit sudden.

Kathleen from

Blantyre

Graham's car

A story by Graham McIntosh from Larkhall
 

Graham, your story is hysterical. typical man can never do anything without it ending in a disaster!! 

guitar star

A story by Ruth Marshall from Larkhall

This is a very descriptive story and you can't help but imagine Sonny and the places he played.

one day on the Cairngorms

A story by Chris from Rutherglen

What a descriptive story!   It would be lovely to see some of Chris's pictures.   I'm sure they will be really spectacular.

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eternity

A poem by George Ross Glen.

Fantastic work George, 'Eternity' is the one I liked most, but all were superb.  Speak to you soon.

Richard

Greenhorn

Thank you for putting my story on the website.   I wrote this story as part of a creative writing exercise so the story isn't actually true.
(The Trumpet)

I can confirm that Asha makes a wonderful curry and is a great cook.

Noreen MacDonald

"Glenfiddichs box".

A poem by Jessie Watson

"Glenfiddichs box".

A poem by Jessie Watson

Jessie Watson's poem was very good.   Well done Jessie, keep up the good work.   Probably C U running for the bus.  Take care.

Sheena's McPhail's  "theatre experience" and Sheena Thomson's visit to the theatre

Although the poem is clever and good I prefer the original story.   You actually feel as if you are there in the theatre experiencing the emotions.   It is very descriptive.

I've seen it happen.   That is an Austin Metro for you.

A beautiful poem and definitely full of certain hope and faith in the life to come.   'Faith means being certain of what we hope for and sure of what we do not see.'

                                         Hebrews 11:1

Ros Docherty

Glenfiddich's box

A poem by Jessie Watson

a thirsty person from Hamilton

A question asked about a recipe for posh hamburgers "What's a caper?"

A caper is a bramble and is used in sauces.

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A caper is a not a bramble, it is a fruit or a berry.

(more on this in the Coffee Shop discussions)

Amanda, I think your cross stitch is very lovely and you have done a good job.   Keep on doing the good work.

Sheena's McPhail's 

theatre experience

The enthusiasm of a theatre convert really shines through.

I found this story very moving.   There must be others who have been in similar situations to the her and will feel a connection with her.   I hope her future is brighter and happier in the future.

Gina from Carluke

I thought this story was very sad but enjoyed reading it.   I hope one of these days your jigsaw will come together.  Good Luck!

I thought the poem starting "Up the Garden Path" was really good.   It was brilliant.

Shirley from Douglas

This is a very genuine and a very tender poem.

Sheena from Lanark

A sad story, but beautifully told.

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I have had very positive response to the website from the learners

Ann

Well done and good luck Shirley

Unfortunately no one has any control over their childhood - but, as adults we can take control of our future, a small step at a time.