Who I Am

My name is Mark Koplin 
and it has been since birth
My dear Mother and Father
were the salt of the Earth

Some days I am ornery
and not real discreet
Other days I’m like candy
and just a little bit sweet

I can flow just like water
even when I’m ice cold
but when the temperature rises
that’s when you’ll see me get bold

I can be very loyal
and ease the pain you’ve been through
or I can be evil as hell
It just depends upon you

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Barbara Barry-Nishanian

Date: 7/9/2022 3:55:00 PM

Your poems were sent to me by PS, I enjoyed them all, and this one too. Hope to get to know you better. I like that you are outspoken. A friend recently. told me not to be so straight forward in spiritual truths I expose, cause truths exposes lies world excepts. Maybe I'll become balanced like you. Like your style!

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 5/26/2022 11:57:00 AM

A wonderful write. Today, not many are loyal, wish all were. I say, I am living in a crazy world. Have a great/blessed day..............

Mark Koplin
Date: 5/27/2022 12:52:00 PM

I am my mothers son!

Bill Baker

Date: 5/25/2022 7:23:00 AM

Tell it like it is through poetry. Thanks for sharing the love and warning. :-) A poet friend in Texas, Bill

Mark Koplin
Date: 5/27/2022 12:51:00 PM

Indeed my friend! Cheers!

Valsa George

Date: 5/22/2022 7:17:00 PM

Love your self introspection and self evaluation, Mark. If we can be loyal to others and ease their pain, be assured----- life is a success. Thanks for sharing this beautiful poem.

Mark Koplin
Date: 5/27/2022 12:51:00 PM

Thank you so much!

Jenna Logan

Date: 5/21/2022 11:02:00 AM

That's what makes you such a fine sheriff, Mark. You're a fair judge of character, loyal, and always ready to set things straight. I'd be willing to bet your jail is never overflowing with ne're do wells. You either set them straight or run em outta town. wink.

Mark Koplin
Date: 5/22/2022 11:12:00 AM

You know it friend! Thanks Jenna, I appreciate your support!

L Milton Hankins

Date: 5/21/2022 9:22:00 AM

We all need the support of genuinely fine folk like you, Mark. I note that you always stand up for what's right, and I appreciate you! Good write.

Mark Koplin
Date: 5/22/2022 11:11:00 AM

Thank you kindly Milt, I’m not sure how fine I am but I will stand up for others.

Tom Cunningham

Date: 5/21/2022 9:21:00 AM

I think we'd get on well Mark and would buy you a drink anyday. Tom

Mark Koplin
Date: 5/22/2022 11:10:00 AM

Yes sir I know we would!! I would gladly drink with you my friend!