I went to the worst of bars hoping to get killed. but all I could do was to get drunk again. worse, the bar patrons even ended up liking me. there I was trying to get pushed over the dark edge and I ended up with free drinks while somewhere else some poor son-of-a-bitch was in a hospital bed, tubes sticking out all over him as he fought like hell to live. nobody would help me die as the drinks kept coming, as the next day waited for me with its steel clamps, its stinking anonymity, its incogitant attitude. death doesn't always come running when you call it, not even if you call it from a shining castle or from an ocean liner or from the best bar on earth (or the worst). such impertinence only makes the gods hesitate and delay. ask me: I'm 72. - Charles Bukowski This will be it for a while.
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Tags: burning davidians, vic manteloy
September 10, 2011 at 4:15 AM |
Please take this crap off this site,not funny he was sick,and this isnt respectful.at all.
September 10, 2011 at 5:11 AM |
I apologize, that this hurt you. I see now in hindsight how the title of the poem may not be appropiate for everyone. Charles Bukowski was one of his favorite, favorite writers and this poem was one of his favorites among favorites. The title of the poem is coincidence. The videos give a short glimpse into the brilliant poet and musician he was. And a moment with him where he tended to be most happy, on the river. Over the years he’s been mentioned often on this blog for his wit, great cooking and as one of the most amazing men I’ve ever known. Not a day has passed, yet, that I do not cry for the loss of my best friend, and one of the kindest, most beautiful and wonderful souls I have ever had the privilege to know.
September 10, 2011 at 1:41 PM |
Well maybe i took it wrong but i want people to remember the good and not the title that was given ,i appreciate you changing that,i too am having to deal with his loss,and when i see certain stuff,it makes me react,i know u meant no harm now,but u can see why i try to protect his,honor…i remember us fishing together and it sux i cant do that anymore.