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My dear friends, I didn't write “My Time Is Up” just to see what kind of a response it would create! I was totally sincere. I have been a member since 2012 but recently noticed my readership was dwindling and assumed it was just because I was running out of gas. I've posted over 5,000 poems but the friends I have made over the years have been more important and such a great joy to me than any of the kudos or accolades I could EVER have received! You have all kept me young at heart and anxious to greet each new day with a huge smile in my heart! I am seriously considering changing my decision. As I said at the beginning, this resolution was based on the feelings that I have described. I would find it awkward and insincere at the moment if I was to immediately reverse my decision! However, I am considering a compromise, such as posting two or three limericks a day instead of my usual five. Broken Wings when reading what I was considering wrote and told me this, “I have poems with no comments that ended up winning contests!” This totally blew my mind! She also told me she noticed the site has recently changed quite dramatically. People's lives are much busier and have less time for leisure activities. Others have also commented that they have noticed a steady lessening in readership. I totally do understand but being retired with nothing but time on my hands, the loving interaction and friendships are MOST important to me!!! I hope this hasn't sounded like a cranky old man, that's definitely not who I am! Now that I've exposed my soul, please accept my sincere apologies! You guys are all amazing poets and loving friends!!! I apologize! Love to you all, Happy Jack XOX
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