Of Mind and Mankind

hunger
quintessence
of mankind's mind
publicity feeds the
ego 

April 28, 2020

Charles Messina's contest Poetry (Cinqku)
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

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La France Avatar
November 23, 2020 at 11:29 AM
Reason, congratulations on your win in Brian's contest with this wonderful write _Constance
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November 15, 2023 at 10:15 AM
Thanks, I appreciate your comment. I love the form. Was pleased that both Charlie and Brian awarded it first place.
Dietrich Avatar
November 22, 2020 at 5:16 PM
you always have such thoughtful reflection in your work. Love this. Congrats on the win
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November 22, 2020 at 10:25 AM
Reason, congratulations on your win with words to ponder. Blessings my friend!
Kendrick Avatar
November 22, 2020 at 7:39 AM
I wonder if it is only good publicity? Congrats on your winner. Sara
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November 22, 2020 at 8:35 AM
yes, Sara, publicity can be more medicinal leaving a bad taste. Thanks for commenting have a great thanksgiving.
Allison Avatar
May 14, 2020 at 4:16 PM
your thoughts made me smile Reason, congrats on your win:-) hugs Jan xx
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May 15, 2020 at 8:06 PM
thanks, Jan. happy for you, smiles are healthy.
Andresen Avatar
May 14, 2020 at 2:04 PM
- Congratulations on your winning poem, R.A.P. :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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May 15, 2020 at 8:07 PM
thanks, Anne-Lise for the virtual hugs, missing a lot of physical hugs these days due to the plague. I like that description of Covid-19. Appreciate your comment and commendation.
Somadas Avatar
May 14, 2020 at 9:17 AM
Great write.. Congrats Reason...
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May 15, 2020 at 8:09 PM
thank you, Jenish, the ego is worth studying and analyzing. I appreciate your applause.
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