Bully Poets

There are poetry bullies. Have you met one, yet? I know it sounds off, such a foreign concept. People who love words and fitting them just so, polishing a poem to watch it glow, that they could turn their magical pen and wield them to slash seems a grave sin. For gifted with feeling and a sharp mind to turn and hurt others is more than unkind. For their targets are poets! --the sensitive sorts with lovely expression and vulnerable hearts. Be careful out there. Be keenly aware, but please be brave, and continue to share your lovely selves, your ideas, all your bests, and please don’t be bullied by poetry pests.

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Funom Makama

Date: 12/18/2018 10:52:00 AM

Lord God! This has excited me to my soul... My spirit dances like a redeemed bastard with your lines... Keep on writing dear friend.

Brandy Nicole

Date: 12/9/2018 10:36:00 PM

Years ago, jealousy was the cause of a heart feeling grounded. (My heart) In the Poetry World, I never knew that this could happen. It took time, and moments of silence for this to finally end. (After the nasty messages) I ignored them. How can a woman much older than me, act in such a way? I didn't know, but I never gave up or gave in. I am stronger now, and much wiser because of this behavior. Thank you for sharing this. Your thoughts hold so much truth. ~ Brandy

P.S. Awtry
Date: 12/9/2018 10:40:00 PM

Thank you Brandy.

Mark Toney

Date: 12/9/2018 9:01:00 PM

Excellent poem, P.S. What I like best is that you maintain the high road and present a positive message, instead of sinking to the “bully poets” level and slamming them. Your warning is clear, but your words are ‘gracious, seasoned with salt’ throughout the entire poem. What a thoughtful, kind person you are. Cheers!

P.S. Awtry
Date: 12/9/2018 9:07:00 PM

Mark, thank you for these kind words. I have toyed with taking this one down because I don't want to give the impression that this site is anything less than a welcoming community with much encouragement and because I wouldn't want anyone to think I was talking about them... If I do take it down, it will be for those 2 reasons. Thank you again for your kind words.

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 12/9/2018 11:40:00 AM

Hi P.S, Bullies are almost a sin, They try to do you in, But ignore their brunt, And their ugly grunt! Hope this poem rings loud and clear to all, but I must admit that I have only experienced kindness and friendliness from my fellow poets. Love and hugs, Jennifer.

P.S. Awtry
Date: 12/9/2018 3:49:00 PM

This is a very welcoming community. 99.9% positive I'd guess. :)

Wren Rushing

Date: 12/8/2018 6:28:00 PM

Great poem, P.S. nobody likes a bully!

P.S. Awtry
Date: 12/8/2018 6:30:00 PM

ty Mr. Wren. So good to hear from you! No, no one likes a bully :)

Jan Allison

Date: 12/8/2018 5:53:00 PM

Yes ive met them and in 2014 i stopped writing for a week and was going to leave the site:-( had some issues since then butrest assured this poop poet is here to stay:-) had a lovely friend remove her account in september and have lost other friends who succumbed to vile morons who lurk behind their computer screens:-( hugs Jan xx

P.S. Awtry
Date: 12/8/2018 6:10:00 PM

so glad to know you are here to stay. :)

Bobby May

Date: 12/8/2018 3:44:00 PM

This one is way awesome PS, like I told JAN I want one of them, I am a fighter and if they hurt my friends I will fight for them. My heart isn't a sensitive as others so I say, bring it on poet bully's!

P.S. Awtry
Date: 12/8/2018 3:46:00 PM

thank you Bobby. I am glad you like my little poem. And glad to know you won't be taking any guff from anyone!