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Cosmic Arrogance

Cosmic Arrogance Darkness falls and steals the light. Humble thoughts are gone from sight. The high elite now meet in group. They criticize all, here on the soup. Who is good and who is not? Is bad poetry all that we’ve got? Jealous envy now makes its stand. Who gets to choose the prize so grand? Do certain laws now ban the dog? A diverse legion stands in the bog. Pick me, pick me I am the best. My work is better than all the rest. A phrase is coined as fingers point. Certain poets will now anoint. How many more will tell their tale? They are the best behind the veil.

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Jan Allison

Date: 3/8/2021 3:10:00 AM

I have learned a heck of a lot as a total novice to poetry, i write to have fun and make folk smile , as for critique I have seen folk leave because their poems and their self confidence have been torn apart. I am fed up of the finger pointing and sniping that continues:-( hugs jan xx

Mark Koplin
Date: 3/8/2021 9:26:00 AM

I’m not a professional poet and I’ll never claim to be. If we can’t make this fun and entertaining then why do we bother? Some people are way too serious about internet poetry. If they don’t like it then they should leave. Nobody is forcing anyone to read and post.

Ken Rone

Date: 3/5/2021 9:18:00 AM

Thank you Mark. I am just trying to learn. Constructive feedback would give me confidence to continue. Do others question why, from hundreds or thousands of "reads" we see a dozen comments? Bless the few who have extended a hand in help.

Mark Koplin
Date: 3/5/2021 9:32:00 AM

Always write for yourself. There are many here who like to troll and criticize other poets in a hateful manner. There are many fine poets on this site who will help when asked

Tom Cunningham

Date: 3/5/2021 6:25:00 AM

Lol well written Mark, you've discribed the toxic situation here at the moment bang on the nail. Hope your weekend goes well. Tom

Mark Koplin
Date: 3/5/2021 8:59:00 AM

Thanks Tom, Toxic indeed. It is entertaining to say the least. Have good day sir!

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 3/5/2021 5:59:00 AM

May we always remain humble... anything I do good is from God and I give Him all the glory and praise. God bless you dear friend... Love and prayers, Gina

Mark Koplin
Date: 3/5/2021 6:25:00 AM

That is the best thing to do Gina, you are welcome on my stoop anytime my friend! Thank you and God bless you and your day!

Jenna Logan

Date: 3/5/2021 5:26:00 AM

Your insight is on target, Mark. Arrogance is a flaw in character, but those who are never see it in themselves. Most often the prize they seek is not worth the loss of their integrity to claim it.

Mark Koplin
Date: 3/5/2021 6:23:00 AM

I agree with you completely Jenna. I have seen a fair amount of arrogance and jealousy by other poets in the last few days. It's like being in grade school again.