No One Speaks For Me

praise for brave women ~ who never allow anyone to speak for them
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Flood Avatar
September 21, 2023 at 4:31 PM
I agree entirely, Lin. In fact… if my Annie was here right now, she’d say, “Like what he said.” ;-) A good point, well made.
Lane Avatar
September 21, 2023 at 4:35 PM
Thanks, Terry. Soooooooooo much.
Nuwas Avatar
September 20, 2023 at 1:24 PM
Us women have to stick together. This is a wonderful Monoku and your comments lovely as well, lets hope for the best.
Lane Avatar
September 21, 2023 at 2:27 AM
Thank you very much, Aysha.
Koplin Avatar
September 20, 2023 at 5:52 AM
I’m so sick of some of these men who think they are better than women. I’m here to watch your back, not because I think you need it, but in case you want it.
Lane Avatar
September 20, 2023 at 6:19 AM
Mark, I’ve always known you and so many others have been willing to step up for me and with me, and have done so each time someone took a shot. I appreciate all of you and you know I never play the part of a damsel in distress. If I have a problem with someone, I’d rather deal with it myself instead of drawing others in. What I want from everyone is to stop throwing darts and put time to better use by writing poetry. Isn’t that why we’re here? It shouldn’t be to hang around waiting for some juicy chance to pounce on people in blogs.
Kitchin Avatar
September 20, 2023 at 4:07 AM
Lin, I agree with your comments. It's unfortunate that some members continue to be bullies at every opportunity they get and yet they pretend to be supportive of others on here. I think their true colors are more exposed now than ever. Your true friends and supporters are all that really matter.
Lane Avatar
September 20, 2023 at 4:15 AM
Thank you, Tania. I take your words to heart and agree that my true friends know me, and that's what is important. Those who do not may think what they will, and I've no doubt their ears have been tickled by those who dislike me. Let them, for I couldn't care less.
Lawless Avatar
September 20, 2023 at 3:50 AM
Nor should they. And I second all that Arthur said.
Lane Avatar
September 20, 2023 at 3:53 AM
Thank you so sincerely for your friendship, John. You and I have respected each other for years, too. You were the first to welcome me back to PS, and I'll never forget that. Hugs.
Seeker Avatar
September 19, 2023 at 9:37 PM
Bravo!
Lane Avatar
September 19, 2023 at 11:39 PM
Thanks so very much, Seeker.
Downing  Avatar
September 19, 2023 at 7:25 PM
Amen amen amen!!! I am totally with you, Lin. Thanks for reminding us.
Lane Avatar
September 19, 2023 at 7:37 PM
You are so very welcome, Akkina. Thanks for agreeing.
Situation Avatar
September 19, 2023 at 6:35 PM
Be your own hero. Speak up for the poor the defenceless, women and your faith.
Lane Avatar
September 19, 2023 at 6:56 PM
Thanks a lot for your comment, TS.
Kitchin Avatar
September 19, 2023 at 4:26 PM
Lin, Amen to that, we all need to stick together, hugs.
Lane Avatar
September 19, 2023 at 4:38 PM
We do, Tania and you’re right there with us. Thank you for being a strong woman who doesn’t let anyone walk over you.
Kavanagh  Avatar
September 19, 2023 at 3:37 PM
I certainly don’t speak for you Lin, but do find myself nodding at this one, nice Monoku, cheers David
Lane Avatar
September 19, 2023 at 4:09 PM
I’ll take your nods as affirmation that you agree with my Monoku. David. You respect women and in turn, I respect you. Thanks, sweet friend.
Allison Avatar
September 19, 2023 at 3:09 PM
Thanks for posting Lin this, ii won't let any man especially one who bullies and belittles people be a mouthpiece for me, hugs jan xx
Lane Avatar
September 21, 2023 at 4:44 PM
Thanks for your return message, Aysha.
Nuwas Avatar
September 20, 2023 at 1:26 PM
Bravo, Women have been mistreated since like forever, lets stand together united and strong.
Lane Avatar
September 20, 2023 at 4:22 AM
lol I read that. I took it as the underbelly of snakes. I don't slither in the grass.
Vaso Avatar
September 20, 2023 at 12:10 AM
There is an underbelly of soup here, that fools many.
Allison Avatar
September 19, 2023 at 6:02 PM
aww bless now hes done a blog showing what a caring sort of bloke he is welcoming new poets with open arms, shame he doesnt do that to the ones he drove away
Lane Avatar
September 19, 2023 at 3:12 PM
I admire you for having made that comment, Jan. Too many indulge such people who speak with bad intentions.
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