tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post5508395791098139846..comments2023-11-05T18:46:32.295+11:00Comments on Baino's Banter: And the Clock StoppedUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-57367188804800269812009-06-07T16:28:31.506+10:002009-06-07T16:28:31.506+10:0035? Far too young...35? Far too young...Kris McCrackenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13789355638389350528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-35079035660873550942009-06-06T19:09:28.894+10:002009-06-06T19:09:28.894+10:00this is sad, even if so long ago - but how amazing...this is sad, even if so long ago - but how amazing.<br />and beautifully writtenlettucehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13872380339261609060noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-42359630177476946382009-06-06T14:04:48.164+10:002009-06-06T14:04:48.164+10:00"Just writing what's happened" is NO..."Just writing what's happened" is NOT EASY. Just sayin'...Meganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09387041422819664987noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-31950647573265572022009-06-05T22:32:08.399+10:002009-06-05T22:32:08.399+10:00This reminds me of something...I just can't pl...This reminds me of something...I just can't place it! Sounds as if the clock's resuming time-keeping was maybe Ray's way of letting you know he was "okay" and now at peace. I know that may sound a bit off but 'tis not unusual.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-30295618729211194812009-06-05T22:29:23.376+10:002009-06-05T22:29:23.376+10:00My grandfather was having about the same clock and...My grandfather was having about the same clock and it stopped at the time he died,impossible to make it go again after.True story.There's something about clocks.I haven't have time to partcipate in TT but I could have write about it too.In a way let me thank you cause you make me smile,thinking about my grandfather.Great post!Candiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09820349874923006162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-73264721206622206182009-06-05T16:03:01.483+10:002009-06-05T16:03:01.483+10:00Frankly Collette I didn't have a choice. What ...Frankly Collette I didn't have a choice. What doesn't kill you makes you . . .carry on!<br /><br />Thanks Michael. Just don't look at my photography! I pale . . really!<br /><br />Thanks hunny bunny but not really, I just write what's happened. Shit happens all the time! I just make it sound less pooey.Bainohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14156193098088048637noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-87873486378788397022009-06-05T13:58:43.574+10:002009-06-05T13:58:43.574+10:00How can I not be at least a little sad?
Even if i...How can I <i>not</i> be at least a little sad?<br /><br />Even if it were fiction, it would still be an incredibly moving post.<br /><br />You do have an amazing talent. You know that, right?Meganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09387041422819664987noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-2590511623148621752009-06-05T12:39:17.017+10:002009-06-05T12:39:17.017+10:00That is a sad and strangely sweet at the same time...That is a sad and strangely sweet at the same time.Michael Rawlukhttp://www.ekimages.ca/Blognoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-28783127877932978822009-06-05T10:05:00.192+10:002009-06-05T10:05:00.192+10:00My what a story thank you for sharing it. What a w...My what a story thank you for sharing it. What a woman not too many who could go through that and be a plucky, strong optimistic soul who so much wisdom to share with such pizazz.<br /><br />very powerful!Colette Ameliahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03442660605798634154noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-18955858913468360222009-06-05T06:21:17.656+10:002009-06-05T06:21:17.656+10:00River, I thought of the song while I wrote it to b...River, I thought of the song while I wrote it to be honest. Haven't heard it in a very long time.<br /><br />I have one wall clock Grannymar, that the kids bought for me years ago but it's tick is almost silent and I don't wear a watch either, I'm surrounded by clocks as you say.<br /><br />True Ronda . .we'd be ruled by the sun and I might get to bed earlier!<br /><br />Don't often hear church bells in Aus Nick. . it is nice and soothing, except when they have bell practice at 9pm!<br /><br />True Tony, those few days are completely off tap!<br /><br />No worries foxy. Actually the clock didn't 'hold' the time of his death, but it did stop.<br /><br />I always loved Grandfather clocks as a child but not so keen on them now. My gran used to have a mantle clock with a chime too so they're quite reminiscent for me rather than sentimental.<br /><br />Ah you know me Brian, heart on sleeve and all that!<br /><br />Really Ian? I find those few days between death and burial pretty hectic and noisy. . .except at night perhaps then the quiet is all pervasive. Although it was different when my Dad died to the other deaths in my family. We were quieter and resigned that's true.<br /><br />MrsSupole, there are watch wearers and non watch wearers. Clare feels naked without a watch, I can't stand them . . 50/50 I'd say. I think they're more pieces of jewellery than timepieces these days.<br /><br />Sorry Kate, it's probably implanted until the next 'memorable' song gets locked in there!<br /><br />No worries Heather, like I said,a long time ago it just popped into my head when I saw the theme. <br /><br />Thanks mouse. It certainly will be a family heirloom eventually and the search goes on. Hope you're recovered!<br /><br />It was young Willow and I've never met a better man since frankly.<br /><br />Thank you Nancy. Doesn't seem that long ago. When I heard that Tiennamin Square happened 20 years ago I palpably gulped! Was it really that long ago?<br /><br />It's easy to write about what you know and experience Kat. He deserves to be remembered. God knows I forget all the time!<br /><br />Leah I'll have to look that up. I have a vague memory of it too.<br /><br />Ah Ropi, the Treaty of Trianon, see I am polishing up on my Hungarian history. The high price you pay when you lose a war. To the victor go the spoils.<br /><br />On my way over to yours now VE! I'm banking on some merriment!<br /><br />A little spooky eh Wuffa? What's for brekky?<br /><br />Roy, odd things do happen when people die or maybe we're just more 'in tune' with things during such sensitive times. I remember singing it at school as well and I'm sure there were 'liturgical movements' to go with it!<br /><br />e, seem to be doing bittersweet quite well this month!<br /><br />Yeh well Wings, I'm a bit like that!<br /><br />Not sure about brave Toots, but yeh, I'm strong 'ish!Bainohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14156193098088048637noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-88664519506931451872009-06-05T06:06:23.239+10:002009-06-05T06:06:23.239+10:00When I was younger I never liked to hear a ticking...When I was younger I never liked to hear a ticking clock if I was in on my own. The ticking always seemed to grow louder and louder. I probably didn't appreciate the sound of an empty house. Now I love the first hour of the day, before the radio goes on and the world comes into my kitchen, just me and the ticking clock.<br /><br />I too was reminded of Auden's poignant poem.<br /><br />You're very readable Baino.Bimbimbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12427788003822538655noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-32484810836715767932009-06-05T05:42:28.650+10:002009-06-05T05:42:28.650+10:00oh, Baino, of course I'm sad. What a brave and...oh, Baino, of course I'm sad. What a brave and strong woman you are.tut-tuthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15713003038275525797noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-67978777132109178762009-06-05T05:27:53.951+10:002009-06-05T05:27:53.951+10:00Wow. Great post, so personal and meaningful. Thank...Wow. Great post, so personal and meaningful. Thanks for sharing! :)Wings1295https://www.blogger.com/profile/08045644215235749353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-14612047411657507972009-06-05T03:06:21.366+10:002009-06-05T03:06:21.366+10:00Baino,
Thanks for sharing these bittersweet memor...Baino,<br /><br />Thanks for sharing these bittersweet memories...<br /><br />Enjoy your day!ehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11376645220662546020noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-31133067689764554102009-06-05T02:50:34.992+10:002009-06-05T02:50:34.992+10:00What a fascinating story, Baino! That the clock st...What a fascinating story, Baino! That the clock stopped for four days is amazing, but yours isn't the first such story I've heard.<br /><br />And River, we used to sing that song all the time when I was a kid; I think it's standard repertoire for elementary school choruses. I even thought of trying to find a version of it on YouTube for my own post.Royhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01648670975466222140noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-31939750333372023182009-06-05T02:40:17.433+10:002009-06-05T02:40:17.433+10:00oops, screwed up my comment, sorry :(
daughter ca...oops, screwed up my comment, sorry :(<br /><br />daughter came for breakfast just as i was posting...<br /><br />anyhow, quite the tale, BAINO :)laughingwolfhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08873675614347328116noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-47747227404592096802009-06-05T02:08:36.976+10:002009-06-05T02:08:36.976+10:00Wonderful personal story! Thanks for sharing.Wonderful personal story! Thanks for sharing.Ed & Jeannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00730956006290504616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-47100314067396139942009-06-05T01:49:18.853+10:002009-06-05T01:49:18.853+10:00Well, you said we shouldn't be sad about this ...Well, you said we shouldn't be sad about this but it is still a sad story. On the other hand 4th of June has a negative connotation in Hungarian History.Ropihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17214991557644729165noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-81332414901000929752009-06-05T01:47:00.421+10:002009-06-05T01:47:00.421+10:00I am also reminded of "Stop All the Clocks&qu...I am also reminded of "Stop All the Clocks" by Auden.<br /><br />I couldn't help but shed just a little tear as I read this, Baino, even though you told us not to...Leahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14061893047279652658noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-76582246479556080572009-06-05T00:59:42.725+10:002009-06-05T00:59:42.725+10:00Very nice, honest post, Baino. I am a bit saddene...Very nice, honest post, Baino. I am a bit saddened by it, but am happy to know that you've come through it okay and find joy in your life.<br /><br />River - I sang "My Grandfather's Clock" for my Grade One class and their parents. I will never forget that song.<br /><br />KatKat Mortensenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877694888419628533noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-31204006493676378982009-06-05T00:28:52.280+10:002009-06-05T00:28:52.280+10:00So many years ago and yet it makes such a poignant...So many years ago and yet it makes such a poignant and touching story.<br /><br />Thank you for sharing your memories with us, Baino. You have such a wonderful way with words..Nancynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-57583631292171413812009-06-05T00:16:26.525+10:002009-06-05T00:16:26.525+10:00This comment has been removed by the author.laughingwolfhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08873675614347328116noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-90222690428740393502009-06-04T23:24:17.659+10:002009-06-04T23:24:17.659+10:00Too, too young to be taken from this life. My hear...Too, too young to be taken from this life. My heart goes out to you, Baino, even if it has been all these years ago.Tess Kincaidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04889725786678984293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-82475022125981494802009-06-04T23:03:36.005+10:002009-06-04T23:03:36.005+10:00such a beautiful post.
thanks for sharing this me...such a beautiful post.<br /><br />thanks for sharing this meaningful passage from your life...for ray's clock to stop when he was only 35, so sad, so sad.<br /><br />methinks, that is some magical clock<br /><br />(btw I fell behind reading bb, but am all caught up....am sending you positive energy on 'the hunt' and pray it won't be long till you'll be clocking in with some sweet employer!)mouse (aka kimy)https://www.blogger.com/profile/09385557065971602436noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-11206855886231950792009-06-04T22:54:14.746+10:002009-06-04T22:54:14.746+10:00What a touching story. THank you for sharing it.What a touching story. THank you for sharing it.hokgardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09971689914882302078noreply@blogger.com