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Flesh and Blood Poets

I'm weary of giving attention to the probability that AI generated poems have inundated the site. I'm reposting something I wrote 7 years ago when I felt legitimate poets were not receiving the attention their poetry deserved. Please, take a moment to acknowledge those who use their heads and hearts to create in their own voices instead of posting the work of a machine that has no emotions. Perhaps now would be a good time to show our appreciation to flesh and blood poets by leaving a comment on poems we enjoyed.

Writing talent is not judged by gender
although the sexes may often disagree
but we should never be an offender
when reading offered lines of poetry

Lines written by the hand of a gifted poet
make us contemplate their words in awe
so, leave a comment, letting them know it
overlook what you might think is a flaw

How many smiles will you offer today
for the clever writings posted by a friend
by offering a rose or a sweet word bouquet
your kind thoughts will be a hand you extend

A concession of time for reading pleasure
a glimpse within a poet's heart and soul
To those who read, please leave a measure
letting them know, "I read you and extol"


originally posted in 2017

Copyright © Lin Lane | Year Posted 2024

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Joe Maverick Date: 10/4/2024 10:11:00 PM Extolled as suggested.' Couldent put better; in More of such i'm interested.) Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 10/5/2024 12:23:00 AM Thanks a bunch for your thoughts, Joe.

Joe Dimino Date: 10/2/2024 7:06:00 AM Lovely writing, Lin: People often get hung-up on rating meaning and content...when the real treasure, is the offering. Blessings my friend. Well Said! Love it! Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 10/2/2024 7:13:00 AM You're 100% correct, Joe. Writing our own thoughts that we post here really is an offering that has taken us time and effort to create. Thank you for taking your time to comment... that's something many here don't do to show appreciation for a flesh and blood poet.

Jan Allison Date: 10/1/2024 12:10:00 PM so glad you reposted it Lin, as we know there is too much of it about on soup, AI generated poetry and blatant plagiarising:-( hugs jan xx Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 10/2/2024 7:11:00 AM It's interesting how some things we posted years ago are even more evident today. Not the AI invasion as much as those who always want to go against the grain of what's good for the site, and what brings it down.

Paul Willason Date: 10/1/2024 4:40:00 AM Thankyou Lin for championing the honest, dedicated poets who struggle and labor with words to shape something precious and meaningful from their own souls...authentic poetry has a glow, the artificial stuff an inner coldness. Keep beating the drum my dear Lin...there are many of us will march to the beat even with arthritic knees. You're a legend. Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 10/1/2024 6:52:00 AM It's nice to know that some poets, like you, Paul, are willing to take a stand against the AI invasion. My drumsticks are getting worn thin from beating on the drum and think my pen will be better off writing. I've been in the soup off and on for 9 years... a legend? No, perhaps legendary for being feisty and for something I'd rather not be known for, but I am far from being a legend. I'm still around, so love me or hate me. ;-)

Joseph May Date: 9/30/2024 8:52:00 PM Well said Lin, many poets work very hard on their poetry to make it enjoyable for the reader Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 10/1/2024 6:45:00 AM Yes, they do, Joseph. Whether entered into contests or just as something we poets create, it would be good to know that robotic AI creatures are not mingling with our poetry. Thanks.

Karen Jones Date: 9/30/2024 8:07:00 PM Ah this is a gem! I love the idea of a word bouquet too!Wonderful writing here Lin! Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 10/1/2024 6:44:00 AM Thank you so very much, Karen. Flowers to you, too.

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart Date: 9/30/2024 5:03:00 PM A sweet word bouquet! Lin, your delightful poem charmed me and I must thank you, enchanté! xomo Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 9/30/2024 5:11:00 PM Thanks ever so much for your bouquet... much sweeter than having to deal with AI. IT would never appreciate your sentiment. xoxo

Tania Kitchin Date: 9/30/2024 3:10:00 PM Lin, so glad you reposted this gem. What a shame that AI has taken over the majority. We are starting to figure the true poets from the fake ones. Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 9/30/2024 5:13:00 PM Thanks, Tania. I can't stick my head in the sand and pretend it's not here, collecting congrats for things not earned. Admin says it's not allowed and yet...

John Lawless Date: 9/30/2024 9:57:00 AM AI has filed a complaint with the algorithm team.....I mean the PS staff...asking that something be done about this human interaction directed at its poetic endeavors....heheheee Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 9/30/2024 10:00:00 AM lol John. This is exactly the kind of comments I have come to expect and love from you. I hope admin pays as little attention to that AI complaint as they do to real life poets who have legitimate reasons to complain. Human interaction... what a concept for writing poetry!

Jay Narain Date: 9/30/2024 9:49:00 AM Great idea. With the muse, you can write great poems, much better tyhanreated by AI. Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 9/30/2024 9:57:00 AM ummm, I think so.

Christopher Grieves Date: 9/30/2024 9:45:00 AM I found the beautiful words of Paul Willason on here quite inspirational. If you want to experience unbridled humanity, humility and gentle-spitritedness - I can recommend Paul's poems, he is the master of soul searching, observational poetry that I return to over and over. I know others feel the same. Cx Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 9/30/2024 10:27:00 AM To Deb: ;-) Paul is an amazing poet ~~~~ And to Christopher: I get you. Deb M Date: 9/30/2024 9:58:00 AM One of my favourites also….Paul takes you on incredible journeys…..he’s amazing!! Lin Lane Date: 9/30/2024 9:51:00 AM Thank you, Christopher. I've been a fan of Mr. Aussie Paul for quite some time, and he is indeed a master poet who observes life with a perspective that most people overlook or take for granted. He then tells his tales by having the talent to bring his readers into his poetry. I'm delighted to know you also appreciate his talent. Christopher Grieves Date: 9/30/2024 9:48:00 AM ..and thanks Lin for the invitation to celebrate real-life poetry. Personally, I suspect the organic nature of our humaness will always shine through (digital CDs never completely over-came the good old vinyl, now enjoying a resurgence, you get me?) x

Deb M Date: 9/30/2024 8:41:00 AM My appreciation is to you lovely Lin and all your beautiful heartfelt poetry that has both made me smile and tugged at my heartstrings since l joined P.S! Thankyou ….Debx …..The validation code is SEX ha….just thought l would share that with you hehe! Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 9/30/2024 5:22:00 PM uhhh.... hmmm... Deb. Would you direct your q to Gary? Deb M Date: 9/30/2024 9:57:00 AM The Queen of Steam….is that because you work in a drycleaners Lin?!! Haha Love it! Debx Lin Lane Date: 9/30/2024 8:55:00 AM Oh gosh, Deb. I wasn't expecting that, so I humbly thank you. And now you've made me smile for being such a kind friend who appreciates my poetry. Validation code of SEX would be interesting to Gary Radice who calls me 'The Queen of Steam.' Seriously, I thank you, Deb.