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RESPECT, KINDNESS AND CHOICE POTD

Before you read my poem below please know: This poem is generalised and not aimed at any individual It is solely my observation and voice! ~~~~~~~~~~~ Why must it be analysed and dissected To whether a poet comments or not We all do what we choose to do We are a mixed bunch in this poetry pot Some poets just like to write and read poetry They are not interested in anything more That is entirely their right and prerogative That is what they are here for Others like the social interaction Making connections and poet friends What you give, what you get here On you it solely depends Who we are …our wants and needs Is our own personal choice There are no set of commenting rules No do’s or don’ts….no dictating voice What another poet chooses to do Is nobody else’s concern As long every poet is respectful Respect will be returned Comment or not, turn comments off, or even block Just do what ‘YOU’ want to do Never feel pressured to do anything less “To thyself you must be true” There are an abundance of poets here Who thrive on interaction and chat They comment, encourage, support ,connect Poets aplenty rich in socialising are here in fact No judgement, criticism, negativity ,nor pressure should any poet face Just a kind, caring and respectful environment on the whole We are all unique and special individuals Writing and enjoying poetry…..our united goal!

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Date: 7/8/2024 10:17:00 PM
Brilliant write and the truth as it is and unaltered! You speak for many of us! I write and post but read some and comment. Busy doctor at work I do many things and it is hard for me to dedicate full time. One day I will when I am fully retired! Congrats on POTD!
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Date: 7/14/2024 10:12:00 AM
Thanks Krish….l really appreciate your comment! You do what you can and as you want….without judgement it should be! Debx
Date: 7/7/2024 1:27:00 AM
A preach. A call to arms. I love it! S :) x
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Date: 7/7/2024 3:26:00 AM
Oh thanks Sam thats a very nice comment and very much appreciated! Debx
Date: 7/5/2024 4:19:00 PM
Hi Deb~ here I am uears later it seems, Following your advice , as to do as you like to do, I used the getup each morn and comment on POTD first. After five years and for other readons, I do not do that anymore. So I miss POTD Church , so to speak..I strongly agree, do as you choose, but realize Deb, it comes with a price. Like missing your friends writes or being ignored. Pangie 7/5/2024
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Date: 7/6/2024 4:08:00 PM
Hi Pangie....l really appreciate and value your thoughts.....Thankyou! We all have to do right by ourselves as long as we are respectful in doing so. I am so sorry you have had to pay a price and have felt ignored Pangie...its not nice to feel that way! Sending you a big Cuddle....Debx
Date: 7/3/2024 10:56:00 PM
Beautiful thoughts dear Deb. I perfectly agree with your feelings and notions. Here we are to read and write poetry. That's our main goal. Commenting is secondary. Those who have more time and the desire to socialize, they comment. Even if others don't comment, it needn't be considered as an offense. Enjoyed reading. Belated Congratulations on your POTD.
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Date: 7/6/2024 3:58:00 PM
Hi Valsa....your comment is spot on so nicely stated! I aporeciate your thoughts and Congratulations! Debx
Date: 7/2/2024 8:51:00 AM
Big Congratulations, Deb for POTD with this wonderful poem on a subject that puzzles us all at times. I have found over the year's that commenting is like carrying on a conversation, the topics that interest you invite a comment. Believe me I have commented on poems many times that I received a polite thankyou for but never a reciprocal read...I have never let that upset me because there are many wonderful poets here. We can never comment on everyone's poems in a million years. Luv, SuZ
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Date: 7/2/2024 9:05:00 AM
How lovely to hear from you Suz. I think we honestly don’t know what lies beyond the screen and what poets lives are like. I like writing and receiving comments but others are not interested…each to their own! Thankyou so much for the comment and Congrats!! Debx
Date: 6/30/2024 4:06:00 PM
Belated congratulations on your well-deserved POTD, with this wonderful poem
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Date: 7/1/2024 5:02:00 AM
Hi Lasaad….l appreciate you dropping by with your comment and Congratulations! Thankyou….Debx
Date: 6/30/2024 4:05:00 PM
Very good points Deb! Great to see today ! Congratulations for POTD. Well deserved. :)
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Date: 7/1/2024 5:00:00 AM
Thankyou so much Heidi! Appreciated….Debx
Date: 6/30/2024 2:49:00 PM
I have my own rules two. Don't bore and don't get bored.
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Date: 6/30/2024 3:44:00 PM
Each to their own T.S! Debx
Date: 6/30/2024 9:55:00 AM
Thanks for sharing. Glad to be amongst the greatest poets in the world! Including yourself.
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Date: 6/30/2024 12:45:00 PM
Oh how sweet your comment is Benjamin….thankyou and very nice to meet you! Debx
Date: 6/30/2024 4:19:00 AM
You get the odd poet who gets pleasure from commenting in a derogatory fashion, I have had it happen to me once several years ago, but i just blocked him. I love reading the poems of others and sometimes I have to read and re-read it carefully, even research the contents to understand, but love commenting as much as I do writing my poetry. Congratulations for being awarded POTD, an honor truly deserved and a topic that needed to be brought to the fore. Hugs , Blessings, Jen.
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Date: 6/30/2024 1:16:00 PM
Hi Jennifer….that is so true most are great here and its only a few it seems but as you said a topic that needed to brought to the fore considering the amount of agrees this poem has received.Thankyou my friend. Debx
Date: 6/29/2024 8:43:00 PM
Great and much-needed poem on this site, Deb. Congrats on POTD! ~ Gershon
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Date: 6/30/2024 5:13:00 AM
Thankyou BB….yes it appears it is much needed! Debx
Date: 6/29/2024 4:25:00 PM
Fabulous POTD, Deb. You speak of kindness and politeness among the poet community and your message is well received. Enjoy your special poetry day/evening. Hugs xx
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Date: 6/30/2024 1:06:00 PM
Hi Regina….it has been well received…it appears many feel the same and some have had negativity directed at them! The majority of poets here are lovely and like me just want only to enjoy poetry without issue…..Thankyou so much…Debx
Date: 6/29/2024 3:54:00 PM
Hello Deb, oh Deb, i do agree with you. It is great it got POTD. Hugs. /Darlene/x
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Date: 6/30/2024 2:48:00 PM
Hello Deb, What i experienced was I had a new follower. When i looked it up , i found there was no one new. So odd. Oh i guess that you did experience something terrible. or unkind. That is horrible. Hugs. /Darlene/x
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Date: 6/30/2024 1:03:00 PM
Hi Darlene….l hope you haven’t experienced anything unkind on P.S that would be terrible. Thankyou my friend for Congratulations and comment! Debx
Date: 6/29/2024 3:24:00 PM
Your poem greeted my morning with wisdom and a big helping of thoughtful advice....a splendid poem my friend and one that should resonate through the corridors of Soup. Well deserved POTD Deb...so pleased that this poem got such recognition.
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Date: 6/30/2024 1:00:00 PM
Paul my dear friend…Even your comment to me is just lovely and made me feel really nice….thankyou….your friend ‘oh wise one’….Thats me !! Haha….Debx
Date: 6/29/2024 2:25:00 PM
Dear sweet Deb, many congratulations for POTD. So happy to see your name here :) I can only reiterate what others have said. This is a wonderful, inspiring poem from your thoughtful, generous heart. Should be posted on Soups homepage! Each to their own with respect for all. I love the last stanza especially. Thank you for writing and sharing this to all. Big hugs to you xx
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Date: 6/30/2024 12:55:00 PM
Always such a pleasure reading your sweet kind words Christina….l value and appreciate your comments….so glad you liked it my friend! Debx
Date: 6/29/2024 1:01:00 PM
Music to my ears, Deb. Congratulations on Poem of the Day!
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Date: 6/30/2024 5:12:00 AM
Hey Mark….its obvious from all these comments that there is a problem in this area! Glad it was music to your ears Haha!! Thankyou….Debx
Date: 6/29/2024 11:46:00 AM
You've inspired me to write about posting ten poems a day Deb!:-) hugs jan xx
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Date: 6/30/2024 5:00:00 AM
Happy to be an inspiration my friend! My first time l think!! Haha…..Debx
Date: 6/29/2024 11:44:00 AM
Great poem. Well deserved POTD. Congratulations.
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Date: 6/30/2024 5:14:00 AM
Thankyou Jay….l appreciate your thoughts always! Debx
Date: 6/29/2024 10:28:00 AM
I agree, Deb. A fantastic poem, my dear friend. Congratulations on the POTD.
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Date: 6/30/2024 12:36:00 PM
Awww thankyou Brother Jerry! I am happy you agree and like it! Sister Debx
Date: 6/29/2024 10:05:00 AM
I totally agree, Deb, but for me as "my own individual self", the better written pieces are the more enjoyable to read. Congrats on POTD, as well.
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Date: 6/30/2024 12:52:00 PM
Hey Jim “your own individual self” that made me smile! Thankyou for your kind Congrats and comment! Debx
Date: 6/29/2024 9:01:00 AM
Heya Deb and congratulations on an all inclusive POTD, the vast majority of people here do indeed just want to enjoy poetry and the site, but always a few with hidden agendas, that try hijack other peoples comments boxes, (To thyself you must be true) I agree! so I openly treat them with the same respect or contempt they show me, cheers David
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Date: 6/30/2024 12:50:00 PM
Hi David….yes it appears there is a few hidden agendas and from all these comments quite a few poets seem to have had some negative encounter! Shame….just be nice and respectful….its not hard! Thanks David appreciate your comment! Debx
Date: 6/29/2024 8:51:00 AM
Well put, great message for the readers and the read.
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Date: 6/30/2024 12:45:00 PM
Thanks so much Paul! Debx
Date: 6/29/2024 8:28:00 AM
Congratulations on your POTD win. WOW!!! What a wonderful write. Your last 4 lines said it all. Have a blessed day/weekend writing away...................
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Date: 6/30/2024 12:44:00 PM
Thankyou sweet Paula for your Congratulations and kind words! Debx
Date: 6/29/2024 7:20:00 AM
Hi Deb, Congratulations on this very important message you send here and receiving the honor of POTD. Some times people do get snarky and it only creates hurt feelings. Enjoy your day and thanks for posting it.
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Date: 6/30/2024 12:43:00 PM
Hi Nancy….its obviously a bit of an issue on P.S after reading all these comments! Shame….thankyou my friend for your congrats and comment! Appreciated….Debx
Date: 6/29/2024 6:25:00 AM
Dear Deb, I just loved reading your amazing POTD. As a counselor we are teaching our clients how to be more mindful, which basically means to be present with minimal judgments. It is easy to learn and hard to apply until you practiced it for a while. Your poem does an excellent job relating the freedom needed to have a life worth living. If you want to comment or write a poem then comment and write, if not then don’t. Show respect and dignity! Congrats on POTD. Blessings, My Friend, Daniel
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Date: 6/30/2024 12:35:00 PM
Hey Daniel….thankyou so much for such a gracious comment as per usual….you are always so kind! Debx
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