"Mushroom Clouds in Magic Land" IN COLLABORATION WITH FRIEDA

i am missing Ms. Frieda and decided to re-post this poem which we did together .. i am so angry how one very nasty person was able to drive her from the Cafe :(

Mushroom Clouds in Magic Land

Tapped upon a mushroom cap's fancy,
      to see if the rabbit hole was rumor
curiouser and curiouser
     about the unimaginable avenue,

She opens my mind and
fear grips my colors
from the hinterland .....                   tremors
wink    
           and blink   
                              and nod

As I sat upon my newfangled gumption
   common sense took a recess,
 spoke in rhyme to the tune of absurd
     to my surprise, the scaramouch    
                 of a head talked back

my birthing in darkness
          musk and dank scent
knocks        my shroom
head explodes
            collide's scope intense

in his elegant persuasion,
made a date for half past daft
took me on a dip of a mystical carpet trip
 alas,  we've lived happily ever after
upon a prime floating island in a cloud

clouds of words
spilling like rough gouged stones in
tumbler's majestic insane
forever now i
 

re-pronounce her name



beginning and



end... ;)

                      

Author's Note

Reviews

[emmajoy]

What a superb collaboration from you and dear, dear Frieda = yours are minds that walk the same space.. perhaps!

There's so much in this piece, the colour and highlights take the reader into a world of bewilderingly spaced.out somewhere. The phrasing you've used is another language, a magic not to be translated - and who would want to do that...all of us!

Lewis Carrol would undoubtedly want to join the two of you in another collab, happily sharing his enlightenment via any means - even holding the breath and flying off and away with the daisies. . Brava and brava again.. Loved this. Great musical accompaniment, by the way... ..

[Einstein Noodle]

thank you so much emma! and certainly Frieda would thank you as well ... your read is certainly the way to do it ..letting go and enjoying the ride ..i do try to write in some of the classical forms from time to time ..because doing so (i think) improves my experience ... but poems like this one are my (and Frieda's) tendency ... i am so happy you enjoyed reading this ..and remembering our mutual friend
E.

[Einstein Noodle]

ps. and i am so happy you mentioned the video ... we had a bit of a search to fine it :)

[Einstein Noodle]

pss. wouldn't that be something to collab with Lewis or any other of our favorite poets of old .. :)))) and

[emmajoy]

YESSSSSSSSSSSSS

[emmajoy]

By the way.. i miss my friend, Frieda too, never thought an unseen in the flesh friend could mean so much... Think it's time she returned to us now... she can't hide for much longer.. tis not allowed, tis a crime against poets and wonderful people.

Altogether now... FRIEDAAAAAA, come back, we miss and need you! .

[Einstein Noodle]

FRIEEEEEEEEEDA!! COME BACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WE MISS AND NEEED YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[emmajoy]

LaUGHING.. that will either inspire her or... she'll make for the hills. Maybe a whisper would help... ready? .... .. . .. ..... .... ... .. ... ..

[Einstein Noodle]

shhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh! .... .. . .. ..... .... ... .. ... .. :)

[emmajoy]

Going to leave here now, really must. Will be searching high and low, behind doors and under rugs, top of mountains, deep in the bluest sea. Fridea has to be somewhere..Did you know that mermaids and unicorns are her best friend> Will go find some and ask the way .. bfn.

[emmajoy]

STILL love this collaboration, brings back the way things were, the influence that special person had on thinking, on seeing... and of course, as shown in your combined writing... imagination!

Smile soft but broad in memory of beautiful memories and whisper to the wing... 'Come out, come out, wherever you are.' x.

[Einstein Noodle]

i missed your comment of 2 months ago! hmmm .. computers right!? so glad this brings you such fond memories ..i know you have given a smile to our good friend ..yeh! mermaids and unicorns ..can't get much better than that ..love and peace emmajoy

[emmajoy]

Thank you so much... still miss my friend with the curled pinky and language that knew, knows, no bounds. Sweet thoughts in life to you, my friend.. :)

[Einstein Noodle]

yes,,to all that dear emma...i raise my voice with you ... unfortunately i have little hope she will return ..the burn must have simply been too much :( but we can keep remembering her can't we ..and her voice and cussing especially ;)

[emmajoy]

STILL and always will miss Frieda. She taught me how to giggle, curse, raise a pinky, talk insanities in Italian - and to be happy in any way that suits the moment. Frieda, wherever you are, come back, there are warriors here to protect you.. believe me.

[Einstein Noodle]

I don't know how i missed this from you, Emma .. i wish she would come back too .. and read how we all support her :(

[emmajoygreen]

Today, 29/08/2023 and still miss Freida. Such a character, a little wicked and absolutely special.

Must find a post of yours that I've not reviewed now. :)

[Einstein Noodle]

Em, your comment touches my heart .. yes .. she was just a little wicked and so full of spunk and joy .. i miss her too. i tried the email that use to connect me but did not hear back .. from my streets, the attention this poem has gotten and continues to get is flabergasting .. and humbling .. she is a corker still i am sure; but it would be so nice if someone could give us an update. love on ya me dear friend

[emmajoygreen]

Am meant to see this wonderful collaboration tonight. It is a much needed gift. Although we never met, Frieda and I were close friends: we even had our own Italian language, talked about pasts, futures, everything. Amongst the good and bad, she taught me how to stand up to much of the online silliness and.. ultimately the evil too. THEN, that darling woman, was hurt by it. I tried to keep in touch, but Frieda was too hurt to even come near this place. I've learned since how things happen in here, cliques and gangs and single manipulation -' happens everywhere these days.
Dear sir, many, many thanks for re.posting this collaboration. It still stands as one of the finest poem ever posted in the cafe. And, via you, will always be here. Em

[Einstein Noodle]

love and big hug emmajoy ...

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

To me this could be a metaphorical reference to drugs and drug addiction. Two great minds make one awesome poem

[Einstein Noodle]

easy to see hints of Timothy Leary for sure .. but more about love and relationship and a certain bit of fun ;) thanks so much Rocker! miss Freida a lot around here. take care sir .. stay safe and well!
E.

[Lorry]

Well cut my bits off and call me. RITA!!! I have read this numerous times Sir E and am shocked and stunned to realise that I haven't commented on it. I'm sure I must have in a previous incarnation (nemo or distant horizons or something like that)
You took me there, man! To that magical, mystery place of flying submarines and sychaledi... Psychoderek. Colour filled imaginings more colourful than an explosion in a skittles factory. 😊💥😊
Your muse certainly let you off the leash on this one (which reminds me, say woof from me to beauregard)
A perfect piece of writing, from a mind truly unleashed. (No beau regard, I said unleashed... Its not time for walkies) 😊

[Einstein Noodle]

Freida and i collaborated on several poems while she was here .. i am so amazed at the reception this poem has gotten ... we bounced off one another pretty easy .. thanks for reading multiple times and "finally" letting me know you were here. Mr. Beauregard returns your greetings my friend. Funny you mention the leash .. we have been working on "off leash" more and more this past month. He is getting good at staying with me and coming to my side when I call him ... he is a very strong willed breed and this is a constant lesson we are both learning ;) blessings on you Lorry .. i am very appreciative of your review .. thank you!
E.

[jen]

this is so fun... when I saw the title it made me think of this.. 'einstein's idea" by johnny flynn
https://youtu.be/-oWB8f-Ov7k


a kind of alt alice adventure.. lol really nice

[Einstein Noodle]

thanks so much Jen! I appreciate your time spent to read and review ... will check that poem out for sure! ... I love ol' Albert! his life and work .. so creative! be well ... see you at your place! :)
E.

[Vertigo Cat1111]

That’s awful that she was driven from the Cafe! I’m so sorry about that! Poetry and writing is such a personal thing, and I’ve had my share of harsh, but fair reviews that hurt enough, so I can only imagine what intent cruelty would be like. But your poetry together, it works wonders. Your writing your entire, green, green world together, and it’s beautiful, colorful and imaginative! It’s taking you on an adventure as you read it, almost like I’m watching a movie! That’s how much vivid imagery you were able to fit here and I adored it and it’s all put together and flows so, so well. Thank you for giving me a burst of inspiration and chipping away that writers block I’ve been having, and you and Frieda writing together, you create a goldmine of strong words and beautiful storytelling.

[Einstein Noodle]

oh how i wish she would just visit the Cafe' from time to time .. just to read your review .. i am sure it would bless her as it does me . thanks so much for taking time and choosing to read this one especially ... you bring me back to it and i think of her .. such a fiery Italian :)))))))))) thanks again Colecat, for an awesome review .. it fills me ol' heart!
E.

[Vertigo Cat1111]

It was my pleasure!

[Betty Hermelee]

WOW now that I watched the video Mushroom Cloud (Which I love) I can match your magnificent poetry of St. Elsewhere, the magic, the mind opening to new dimensions; there is so much imagery in this poem, I feel like I'm there in the dark void. Really good, music and dance too.
Best,
Betty

[Einstein Noodle]

thank you for mentioning the video ... its crazy good isn't it?! and thank you for reading and taking time to share your impressions on the poem .. so happy you enjoyed .. peace and love
E.

[Archishman Rick]

This is a magical poem. Takes the reader on a mystical trip trying to make their own view of how this land of mushrooms clouds could be like.. An impression of awe and beauty that exceeds common sense. It is unfortunate to hear about her departure.

[Einstein Noodle]

thanks so much for taking time Rick! yes.. Frieda is missed by a lot of people around here. :( nice to meet you .. i'll stop by your place in a bit! glad you enjoyed our little romp down the rabbit hole. ;)
E.

[Archishman Rick]

You're welcome 🙏 Hoping y'all have the much desired and awaited reunion soon.

[Einstein Noodle]

oh... she has been gone a long time now .. i'm afraid she will not return. I use to be in touch with her through email but she seems to have slipped off the face of the earth :(

[Rick Puetter]

Very nice. And so sorry to hear about Freda. Yes, people can be so cruel. And poetry is such a personal, intimate thing that for many, nasty criticism can hurt so deeply. I've received my own share of such criticism, but fortunately, I have a very thick skin.

Now as to the poem's execution and content. This is brilliantly woven together. I love the many Alice in Wonderland references and how you've turned them to personal, internals references and meaning. Very nicely done. High marks.

Rick

[Einstein Noodle]

thanks Rick .. trolls can be relentless .. Frieda just had enough of it .. we had a run of them back then .. doesn't seem much of a problems lately .. hope it stays that way .. thanks for reading Rick and you kind comments .. glad you enjoyed the trip :)
E.

[Einstein Noodle]

ps. a big difference between constructive and destructive criticism isn't there?! peace and joy my new found friend!

[John the Baptist]

Your head exploded? Living in a floating island in a cloud? I think I know what kind of mushroom that was.

[Einstein Noodle]

ahahahaha well.... i wouldn't know John! :)))))) i am sure that was Frieda's influence .. thanks for reading and as I keep saying .. for bringing me back to this collab and memories of Freida .. always missed she is

[olla]

good morning Mr. Noodle.. I am so glad you still have this piece featured.. perhaps it is even more poignant today when "cancel" has become a "culture." I wonder how many other beautiful thoughts might have been shared..

[Einstein Noodle]

ohhhhhhhhhh olla .. i am with you on that one .. so called "cancel cluture" for me is absurd as the Mad Hatter was is and always will be .. tickled to see you visiting me pages and really glad you read this on ..new reviews bring me back to it and remind me of our beautiful Freida .. she's a corker for sure .. wishing you well my friend .. yes .. so many beautiful thoughts for sure :)
E.

[olla]

so true.. but I think we have taken the absurd to the point of reckless insanity in these times we are living.. I have never been a fan of censorship or bullying of any kind.. even digitally.. real hearts are connected to these fingertips.. there is even a pulse point in my thumb to remind me..

[Einstein Noodle]

yes! so true .. anonymity has hurt the bullied and the bully .. equally .. if not more so the bully for the spiritual damage they inflict just committing the act

[Seriana]

What a super cool poem!! Being a huge fan of Alice, I can appreciate this so very much! I don't know the history of the other author, but I would say that had I not known this was a collaboration, it moved together with great fluidity and fun. From the title right down to the layout on the page, nicely done, E (and Frieda)!!
I am in awe of the writer's on this site. So many great people. Yes, I, too, know some greats that have come and gone, but these words live on. And fond memories shall be with you always!

[Einstein Noodle]

your review touches my heart darlin' .. it truly does .. that you are a fan of Alice .. makes it even more so . thank you so much for your kindness and taking time here ... i agree with you 100% about the great people around the Cafe' ...here now and those come and gone .. and about "memories" .. Freida was a feisty Italian ... with fire in her veins ... she had many followers and friends here .. we did several poems together .. trolls hit the Cafe' hard years ago ... thankfully they were gotten rid of but Freida had enough and decided to leave .. unfortunately it has truly been for good :( ..thanks again for finding this .. reading and sharing your thoughts on it .. always appreciated
E.