Poems from the Waiting Room
“Poems from the Waiting Room” by Thomas Milner is a collection of poetry published by Lulu Press, Incorporated in 2019. This edition comprises 70 pages and is presented in English. The poems are drawn from Milner’s blog “Notes from the Waiting Room,” which he maintained between 2011 and 2012 while residing in a care home in north Portugal. The work reflects his experiences during a challenging period marked by multiple surgeries for brain tumors, offering a glimpse into his life and thoughts.
Readers will find a blend of personal memoir and poetry that captures Milner’s observations and reflections on life, infused with his characteristic wry humor. The collection not only addresses the themes of aging and resilience but also shares anecdotes from his diverse experiences, ranging from Algeria to Yorkshire. Through his writings, Milner engages with the complexities of existence and the support he received from family and friends, creating a tapestry of inspiration and insight.
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These poems are extracted from Thomas Milner’s blog “Notes from the Waiting Room” written between 2011-2012, when he was living in a care home overlooking the Atlantic Ocean in north Portugal and dealing with the consequences of multiple operations to remove brain tumours. With the help and support of his family and his second family – that of the Lar – Thomas regularly posted articles and poems to his blog Notes from the Waiting Room, accompanied by paintings and lively discussions with those who followed his work. His wry humour and skill at observation provide an insight into both the later years of life in the ‘waiting room’ and his many adventures before that, from Algeria to Yorkshire.
Tom died in 2018 and is survived by his two sons.
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