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It's a real privilege to work with someone happy, honest, and cooperative. Makes life fun!!

Lin Lane: Put aside trivialities And stop using banalities Be careful what you write Unkind remarks are trite From surly personalities Duke: What doesn't reflect happy styles? When people rely on their wiles With hearts in our work We won't have to smirk But wear an abundance of smiles Lin: Cultivate a new attitude There's never a need to be rude To a fellow poet And most of you know it Too often things are misconstrued

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Date: 7/17/2025 10:48:00 PM
This is really cute, and I like that the central theme is to not be banal or wile...those are good words to know. Congrats on the POTD and the collab, lovely to see :)
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Date: 7/17/2025 2:53:00 PM
Congratulations Duke and Lin on a most thoughtful and pragmatic POTD, one has to be able to smile if they want to survive on the soup, but its also quite fun giving as good as you get, cheers David
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Duke Beaufort
Date: 7/17/2025 4:25:00 PM
Thanks David. It's a difficult lesson for some, but we welcome everyone and cast our vote for civility, honesty, and smiles!!! Take care, sir!!!
Date: 7/17/2025 1:05:00 PM
Aw, Duke your Limerick says it all -no collab needed, especially if one doesn't practice what they preach perhaps then it would make sense ~ Huge Congratulations ! I'm delighted they've chosen you DB! Yippy-ki-ay.... Duke a blocked poet should do the same as a restraining order and stay away from me! A blocked poet needs to stay in their own Lane..She seems to want the last word..
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Duke Beaufort
Date: 7/17/2025 1:12:00 PM
Duke Beaufort's Reply: Date: 7/17/2025 9:41:00 AM Anaya, collaboration is really the best part of this whole experience. Holding on to any bad feelings can take a huge toll on any of us. It can also signal some kind of insecurity. Letting that go does wonders for one's mood. Fortunately, Lin and I both agree on this point and love working together. We hope all people that hold a grudge or who disparage others will see the value added from gaining improved self esteem. It's a mission we both share and see value in. Take care and smiles!!!
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Date: 7/17/2025 1:10:00 PM
I agree with you DB. Tender-haters it's hilarious! No messing with The Duke Of Beaufort~
Date: 7/17/2025 11:27:00 AM
Time and wisdom teach us many things about ourselves and others. Some need a little more encouragement, and that's okay. We're all different. Uplifting words and understanding help when sharing poetry with those around us. Congratulations Duke and Lin, on Poem of the Day. :) Brandy
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Duke Beaufort
Date: 7/17/2025 12:24:00 PM
Brandy, ahh you have wisdom!!! What you're saying is right on target. We appreciate it and realize that we can lead people to our philosophy, but they have to decide to take it in our not. We can't force-feed anyone here nor do we desire to. Smiles!!!
Date: 7/17/2025 10:07:00 AM
And a very good collaboration it is, indeed. Congrats on POTD, as well, Duke...et al.
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Duke Beaufort
Date: 7/17/2025 10:23:00 AM
Thanks Jim, your comment is much appreciated. A little tenderness and willingness to understand others can go a long way to help us all get along. Smiles, of course!!!
Date: 7/17/2025 9:18:00 AM
Duke, I am overjoyed to see our Limericks chosen as POTD. I didn't post separately so all credit would go to you. The smiles you always offer in your comments are now being returned. Thank you, everyone for being so supportive!
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Duke Beaufort
Date: 7/17/2025 9:26:00 AM
Lin, you are a selfless and kind contributor to the site, and we're all very fortunate to have you here! Smiles and tenderness shall prevail (at least here)!!!
Date: 7/17/2025 7:07:00 AM
Good advice, all of it. Nice job. Congrats on the collaborative POTD, gw
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Duke Beaufort
Date: 7/17/2025 8:03:00 AM
Thanks Gershon. Lin should get all the credit as she has great sensibility and passion. We can all disagree, but what matters is the way we treat each other even if we have different ideas. I hope you are well and sending you smiles!!
Date: 7/17/2025 6:48:00 AM
A well-written collaboration, well deserving of the POTD honor for you two. Congratulations for sharing your thoughts with us through your poetry. Bill
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Duke Beaufort
Date: 7/17/2025 7:54:00 AM
Hi Bill. We have fun doing this sort of thing. We like celebrating good things in life and letting us all experience the joy of just being. It's funny that we can even reach a thrilling existence without any mumbo jumbo....just being honest with each other and friendly too. Hope you are well and sending smiles!! Maybe this should be poetry cafe....that way we can enjoy without slurping. Take care!!
Date: 7/17/2025 6:26:00 AM
Hello Lin and Duke, Wow, POTD that shows a circle of kindness and candor in a world full of noise and misunderstanding, it really is possible to choose warmth, humility, and intention when we write and speak to one another. What moves me most is the way you both craft space for collaboration without losing respect for one another’s truths. It's not just the lines themselves, but the spirit behind them why we keep coming back to write, to share, to be better friends and poets. I’m genuinely grateful for our circle. Summer Blessings, Duke and Lin, Daniel
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Duke Beaufort
Date: 7/17/2025 7:47:00 AM
Daniel, you are a bright star and voice of reason! It is possible to be kind even to those who disagree with us or who leave us less than positive comments at times. We can forgive them for sure. The sharing is incredibly satisfying indeed and for sure you get it! Sending you smiles kind sir!!
Date: 7/17/2025 6:08:00 AM
This excellent poem underscores the value of kindness and optimism in dialogue, especially among poets. It promotes intelligent speech while preventing jealousy and confusion. The poem also discusses the bond between poets, emphasizing the worth of mutual respect and understanding while advocating a positive and uplifting attitude in creative talks. Words like "trivialities," "banalities," and "surly" imply discord, but phrases like "abundance of smiles" and "cultivate a new attitude" promote optimism.
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Duke Beaufort
Date: 7/17/2025 7:34:00 AM
SP, you get it. What we're doing here is supposed to be fun. We might ruffle a few feathers in trying to make a point, but at least we can express ourselves and also try to understand what others have to say.
Date: 7/17/2025 5:54:00 AM
Duke and Lin, CONGRATULATIONS. Your POTD makes an excellent point. I've been fortunate in that no PS member has ever responded to my poems with unkind, rude comments. Janice
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Duke Beaufort
Date: 7/17/2025 7:25:00 AM
Janice hello. That is indeed fortunate. However, if someone does, it's always good to remember they may have some insecurity or obsession. I'll check out an entry of yours and try to be kind (LOL) Smiles!!!
Date: 7/17/2025 5:48:00 AM
Congrats to you and Lin Duke. Lesson for the day, :)
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Duke Beaufort
Date: 7/17/2025 7:15:00 AM
Thanks Linda, you understand! That makes you part of the body of the good! Smiles!!
Date: 7/17/2025 4:50:00 AM
Oh gosh golly. Congrats congrats. I feel a blog coming on...
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Duke Beaufort
Date: 7/17/2025 4:52:00 AM
Tom, just remember...don't let your head swell too much! We need to have some humility! LOL!!! Smiles!!
Date: 7/17/2025 4:02:00 AM
congrats on POTD designation to you both
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Duke Beaufort
Date: 7/17/2025 4:38:00 AM
Sara, you are very kind. Many Tys! We are just trying to be artistic and have fun at the same time.
Date: 7/17/2025 3:38:00 AM
Duke and Lin, a wonderful collaboration and with a powerful message. Congratulations on POTD!
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Duke Beaufort
Date: 7/17/2025 4:30:00 AM
Hi Tania, Boys and girls just want to have fun! Hope you are well and smiles, of course!!
Date: 7/17/2025 3:20:00 AM
Duke, I loved you in The Man Who Shot Liberty Vallance. Sometimes it’s hard to tell the anti-hero from the villain. Congrats on your collaboration with Annie Oakley.
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Tom Woody
Date: 7/17/2025 4:53:00 AM
I've analyzed as well. Still working on my version of Soup Creek...
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Duke Beaufort
Date: 7/17/2025 4:48:00 AM
I do say, that's very clever!
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Keith D Trestrail
Date: 7/17/2025 4:32:00 AM
That’s me, Making Analytical Great Again!
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Duke Beaufort
Date: 7/17/2025 4:27:00 AM
Keith, I'm thinking you have a very analytical way of looking at things and a kind heart as well. Yes, Annie is quite the character. She does shoot straight indeed. You made me smile. There's so much fun we can all have. Take care.
Date: 7/17/2025 1:32:00 AM
Many congrats on POTD, its a great collaboration Duke and Lin. Oh my there is a glitch trying to correct.
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Duke Beaufort
Date: 7/17/2025 4:20:00 AM
Karen, seems like your comment was overwritten somehow. However, I know you were here and consider you most welcome. Take care and smiles!
Date: 7/17/2025 1:31:00 AM
dropping back with many congrats on POTD, its a great collaboration Duke and Lin I've seen cutting remarks on a previous POTD by a newbie - humour is subjective and if folk don't like what we write - don't comment - its not rocket science x hugs jan xx
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Duke Beaufort
Date: 7/17/2025 4:17:00 AM
Jan, Lin is a very special person on this site. Her poetry, like yours, is a pleasure to read and think about. She helps make this place a great place. When you get to know her work as we may, you see she has a very kind heart and makes a lot of sense. Smiles, of course!!
Date: 7/17/2025 12:59:00 AM
Congratulations to you Duke and Lin on today's POTD honour. Well deserved too. Tom
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Duke Beaufort
Date: 7/17/2025 4:13:00 AM
Hi Tom, much appreciated. We really appreciate very much what you add to this site and we love reading your work. That's what this is all about!! Smiles!!
Date: 7/17/2025 12:46:00 AM
Well said Lin and Duke, a good lesson for life. Congratulations on receiving the honour of poem of the day… Beryl
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Duke Beaufort
Date: 7/17/2025 4:04:00 AM
Beryl, you are very kind. A real pleasure to see your work and a big thank you and smiles, of course!!!
Date: 7/16/2025 3:00:00 PM
This is soooooo funny. I'm rolling on the floor. I'm glad to see humor hasn't gone by the wayside. Hey, hope it gets POTD
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Date: 7/17/2025 3:13:00 PM
I think it would be easier to believe if a certain blog that referenced fellow poets as vermin, toxic waste and stinking turds was removed Duke.
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Duke Beaufort
Date: 7/17/2025 4:03:00 AM
Thanks Tom. Seems like you do have predictive powers. You ain't seen nothing yet. Laughs are in high demand.
Date: 7/16/2025 2:13:00 PM
Thanks for writing on this theme, we've all witnessed the nasty remarks made and then removed and the victimiser turning themselves into victims, :-( hugs Jan xx
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Duke Beaufort
Date: 7/16/2025 2:14:00 PM
Jan, it's really something isn't it. We will just have to ignore them and have a good time! Smiles!!!

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