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A Poet's Duty

A poet’s duty’s to herself, To translate what she’s thinking From random gut reactions Into words that merit inking. Her purpose doesn’t thus depend On anyone’s opinion For on the page, her choices form The core of her dominion. She is the queen of all she writes And bows to no one’s censure. Her pencil leads to paths where others Might not choose to venture. Some poets crave renown and hope The whole world will be smitten, But I have done my duty when I like the words I’ve written. October 13, 2020 for the contest of Beth Evans

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Date: 11/7/2020 1:06:00 PM
So well written Ilene, I think the first time reading you, if this was for a contest no doubt this did well! I too like what you've written!
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Date: 10/26/2020 6:57:00 AM
I couldn't agree more with your wise and courageous words, Ilene! Now if only I could put your words into practice to the extent you have. Do your family and friends realize the gift they have in you? I agree with John Watt: to thine own self be true. Many thanks for the stop by. / Maurice
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Date: 10/20/2020 7:16:00 PM
I like the words you've written too, ilene! Congrats on your placement in Beth's contest! Cheers, Gershon
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Date: 10/17/2020 5:41:00 PM
This is why I write because I have a desire to share my ideas, concerns and truths.
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Date: 10/16/2020 12:56:00 AM
This merits a 1st place win from me, for what it's worth. I'm glad to see you entering Beth's contest and will be pulling for you to score big. You get right to the core of the poet's duty - to thine own self be true. Beautiful, a fave. ~ John
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Date: 10/14/2020 11:28:00 AM
Your command of the language does set you apart as it always reads "natural"! Well done! Aloha! Rico
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Date: 10/14/2020 7:06:00 AM
You did this very well and i agree with your sentiments...
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Date: 10/13/2020 4:57:00 PM
I very much like the words you’ve written Ilene. “It’s when yourself you have impressed, that you know you’ve written poetry at it's best.” Good luck, Belle
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Date: 10/13/2020 3:06:00 PM
Very nicely penned, Ilene. You are always so excellent at flow and rhythm..you have a true poet’s ear! I agree with your poetic philosophy, as well. Good luck in the contest! :)
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Date: 10/13/2020 2:40:00 PM
Your duty has been done with this lovely rhyme and there are many of us who adore your every line Ilene, your poetry is a joy to read and gives so much pleasure to your poetry pals:-) hugs jan xx
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