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On Poetic Courage

One's poetic ability, yea willingness, to speak Truth. To stand, soul-naked, as it were... Whilst your poet enemies stone you or avoid you in the online public square. To swim with the sharks, though thou might be their delicious repast. To be be happily avoided because you don't follow the crowd. You won't bow and scrape and sell your soul nor your country out, no how! In this battlefield of ideas, the small of mind will shame you. Brandish your sword of courage,in full view! A stalwart poem with three hundred reads and comments, but two? Shows that popularity trumps truth here, So much so, I want to permanently vanish! Or have 38,000 poets here to the famed, "isle of Denial" be heretofore, banished! ~~~~~~ July 13, 2020 10:30 pm PST

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Robert Lindley

Date: 7/16/2020 4:08:00 PM

Sorry my friend. I've been away quite ill. This wonderful piece is evidence of a true poetic heart and a strong lady that pens verses golden and strong. Truth can be maligned but never defeated. Write as you do- with vigor, honesty, passion and wonderful poetic heart and soul. A fav.. God bless..

Panagiota Romios
Date: 7/16/2020 11:17:00 PM

Robert, my stalwart Poet companion. So many times, I want to stop writing! I don't fit in here at all and it's obvious to me! I love the few poets who keep cheering me on. Thank you for FAVINg this.i will try to be true to the callings of my soul. Merci Panagiota xx

W.A. Cholt

Date: 7/14/2020 6:05:00 PM

The truth is its own defence. People who try to undermine it are blind and foolish, bereft of common sense. Write on, and continue to speak the truth.

Panagiota Romios
Date: 7/14/2020 6:48:00 PM

Good Afternoon...the news poisons brains for the most part. It's highly charged and related to politics. The truth gets twisted like a pretzel. Lies told often enough become truth. I appreciate your comment and support. W.A.! Bless you, Panagiota Romiosxx

Maureen Mcgreavy

Date: 7/14/2020 5:55:00 AM

This made me sad. xomo

Maureen Mcgreavy
Date: 7/14/2020 9:56:00 PM

Hugs! <3

Panagiota Romios
Date: 7/14/2020 6:24:00 PM

No, I do not consider you a crazy Canuck-)) and I so Appreciate you being honest. People here are from all countries with various points of view. Thanks for reminding me of that, my friend. Be the good person I know you to be. Hugs, Panagiota

Maureen Mcgreavy
Date: 7/14/2020 4:33:00 PM

To be honest, I don’t comment on your pieces about freedom because as a Canadian I cannot relate to them. I have trust in our media and scientists, social distancing and mask wearing I consider a civic duty, and find pride in that, not an infringement of freedom. Call me a crazy Canuck ;),

Panagiota Romios
Date: 7/14/2020 12:37:00 PM

Hey, look at you. Woman of steel. You actually had the Courage to comment. I am sorry it made you sad. It makes me sad, too but a call to action for me. Translation~ be me, no matter what. I grew up being forced to never make waves. I eloped at 18 and have made waves ever since! For the better! You, be you. I can't stand the Silence here on matters that effect freedom. There are great poets here. I have always wanted to tell you, I wished I could write like you! Love, Panagiota xx

Tom Cunningham

Date: 7/14/2020 3:34:00 AM

I see today many shy away, afraid to stand up for their beliefs, in every day life not just on here. The parable of the good Samaritan comes to mind Tom

Panagiota Romios
Date: 7/14/2020 3:49:00 AM

I see many stand here to destroy...make fun of and ridicule those who do well in the world. I found a similar piem I wrote when I first got here, it was far better than this one...yes with two comments. Unbelievable. I forgot the Parable. Will read tomorrow, Thanks..Tom. PR. Almost 2am