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Pains of Stupidity

Egotism is the anesthetic that deadens the pains of stupidity It lowers the shield that lets one think they have complete validity

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Bill Baker

Date: 11/6/2023 3:48:00 PM

Excellent thought and poem, Lin. A FAV for my list. Your reply to Joe's comment below is absolutely true. Everyone needs to be aware of it. Smiles ~ Blessings Bill

Joe Dimino

Date: 11/2/2023 8:41:00 AM

Ain't that the truth! -- we can convince ourselves of most anything...when we are our only judge and jury. Blessings my friend.

Lin Lane
Date: 11/2/2023 8:56:00 AM

Thank you, Joe. Denial won't change the truth, but it will disguise it to those who don't see themselves for what they are. I appreciate your comments.

Hilda Greenhough

Date: 11/1/2023 5:18:00 PM

Truth in poetry snd very interesting. Nicely written.

Lin Lane
Date: 11/1/2023 5:31:00 PM

Thanks very much, Hilda.

Jeff Connelly

Date: 11/1/2023 3:20:00 PM

I'm too egotistically stupid to understand this Lin ;)~ Very well said. Thanks

Lin Lane
Date: 11/1/2023 3:47:00 PM

Ha Ha Jeff. You are certainly not stupid nor have I ever detected an ego. Thank you.

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 11/1/2023 2:41:00 PM

I love this Rhyme poem, Lin. One thinks their egotistic acts are a shield, but egotists easily dupe themselves. Most rarely see their own stupidity so are never see the pain...stupid indeed. Have a pleasant evening, Sara

Lin Lane
Date: 11/1/2023 3:46:00 PM

You are wise to realize what many do not. You are one of the most gracious poets I’ve met here, Sara.

Michelle Faulkner

Date: 11/1/2023 1:01:00 PM

I guess that's why ignorance is bliss, very thought provoking, Lin~

Lin Lane
Date: 11/1/2023 2:02:00 PM

Hi Michelle. In some instances, I'd agree. Thanks!

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 11/1/2023 10:09:00 AM

Wow. Love and prayers, Gina

Lin Lane
Date: 11/1/2023 10:16:00 AM

Thanks for your thoughts, Gina.

David Kavanagh

Date: 11/1/2023 9:58:00 AM

Unfortunately the egotist won’t have a clue what you’re talking about here Lin, or am I missing the point lol! Brilliant cheers David

Lin Lane
Date: 11/1/2023 10:15:00 AM

You're absolutely on target with your discernment, David. The ones with inflated egos will never admit they fit those shoes. Thanks for shining a light on this one. ;-)

Jan Allison

Date: 11/1/2023 8:36:00 AM

You certainly don't mince your words with this one Lin, well said:-) hugs jan xx

Lin Lane
Date: 11/1/2023 10:16:00 AM

Ha, when addressing such people, we can say anything, and they'll never see themselves in the lines. Thanks, Jan and thanks again for the card this morning!

John Lawless

Date: 11/1/2023 8:32:00 AM

OUCH!!

Lin Lane
Date: 11/1/2023 10:18:00 AM

I'm pretty sure the egotiscal ones will not have been injured by these words, John. They don't think they apply. Loved your comment! Thanks.

Tom Cunningham

Date: 11/1/2023 8:18:00 AM

Words of wisdom Lin and so true. Tom

Lin Lane
Date: 11/1/2023 8:30:00 AM

Hi Tom... Thanks a bunch!