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Conundrum

I know all poets have something they are trying to say. Sometimes what we write is terrific..sometimes not. "He" wrote about desperate longings and I felt his pain, but the form was wrong, the spelling terrible and a lot of it made no sense. So, as the coward that I am..I decided to just move on..not wanting to criticize and spoil the moment for him. And yet..how does one improve if unable to give and accept constructive criticism? Never wanting to hurt, but afraid that I would . I said nothing. Its a conundrum, that's for sure. For HG"s contest.. Not sure if this is what he wants..hope so.

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Date: 11/11/2010 4:56:00 AM
Many congratulations Barbara on this well deserved win.
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Date: 11/9/2010 1:28:00 PM
Congratulations on your win..Sara
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Date: 11/9/2010 12:57:00 PM
I know exactly where your coming from Barbara. It's great to be sharing the podium with you > many congratulations on your win in HG's contest >> James
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Date: 11/9/2010 9:09:00 AM
I agree Barbara, sometimes you just want to say something to help but are afraid they may become upset and just give up writing and that would be worse, congrats on your win in HG's contest
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Date: 11/9/2010 7:55:00 AM
Congratulations on your well-earned win in the contest, BG. Love your view. Love, Audrey
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Date: 11/9/2010 7:46:00 AM
Congratulations Barbara. It seems this is what he wanted and you said it well. I feel the same about a poem with poorly spelled words. The writer didn't respect his poetry, why should I? But who am I to tell him so? Love, Joyce
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Date: 11/9/2010 7:43:00 AM
Congratulations on your win in HG's Contest Barbara. Carol
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Date: 11/9/2010 4:44:00 AM
Congrats BG on your big win in HG's contest on comments and views.. wonderfully written entry and a superb victory .. enjoy with lots of luv...
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Date: 10/15/2010 5:25:00 AM
I totally agree with Michael. It's not in me to criticise other poets work, but I will Soup Mail them if there are spelling mistakes. And I welcome corrections to mine. Good luck in HG's contest Barbara, well said >> James
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Date: 10/14/2010 7:20:00 AM
I think this is what HG was getting at Barbara.. You got it in a nutshell, okay that's just my feeble opinion :) Good luck with your conundrum for the contest ~ Wilma
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Date: 10/13/2010 2:41:00 PM
Well I have been in such positions before. I never criticize intent but I at least give spelling corrections.
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