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I could never understand what makes a person think they are helping by critcizing others. I've heard others call it "helpful criticism" but at length it stops being helpful and becomes Destructive Criticism because it tears down self esteem and makes one feel like giving up . It also makes the person you are criticizing develope a strong dislike for you. Also if someone has a different opinion from yours that does not necessarily make that person your enemy. They just see things differently, that's all. It Is So Far Still A Free Country.

Poem of the Day

P-oems that have a message or say something bright.
O- r one that is well written and leaves you feeling light.
E- xpresses feelings deep inside and gives one pause and thought.
M- aking an important point or a dream we've sought.

O- r mayhap just to bring a smile to another's face.
F- or poetry is read for fun and to add to life some grace.

T- rying to find fault with friends only breeds contention.
H- elping, healing, having fun is the sites intention.
E- leminate the negative, accentuate the positive.

D- o things that make you happy.
A- ccept the differences in others.
Y- our talent is wasted on negativity.

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Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 4/23/2021 11:59:00 AM

I couldn’t agree more Judy. Our diversity is what makes this world an interesting place to live, to learn, to grow, to appreciate others for their uniqueness. This is a wonderful poem that should be read in English classes. Bravo! Having said that I do appreciate it when someone corrects my typos. Blessings xxoo

Sandra L. Weiss

Date: 4/10/2021 10:44:00 AM

This says it all Judy, thank you for sharing this well written, appropriate verse. For all to read.

Susan Ashley

Date: 4/8/2021 7:16:00 PM

Dear Judy, the message of your insightful poem is important and uplifting. The last line is a grand finale to a superb piece. Destructive Criticism demeans the giver as well as the receiver of the criticism. Well done, Judy! Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Judy Ball
Date: 4/8/2021 8:20:00 PM

Thank you so much Susan. God Bless, JB

Gershon Wolf

Date: 4/7/2021 3:19:00 PM

Good message. Negativity consumes people. Hurrah for you, Judy! :) gw

Judy Ball
Date: 4/7/2021 7:47:00 PM

Thank you so much Gershon. God Bless, JB

Tom Cunningham

Date: 4/7/2021 3:43:00 AM

Well said Judy, great message. Tom

Judy Ball
Date: 4/7/2021 9:47:00 AM

Thank you so much Tom. God Bless, JB

L Milton Hankins

Date: 4/6/2021 8:53:00 PM

I agree with Andrea completely on this one. This should make POTD, JB.

Judy Ball
Date: 4/7/2021 9:41:00 AM

Thanks so much Milton. God Bless, JB

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 4/6/2021 3:12:00 PM

GREAT message here. It would be nice if THIS were POTD!

Judy Ball
Date: 4/6/2021 3:55:00 PM

Thank you so much Andrea. God Bless, JB

Kim Merryman

Date: 4/6/2021 10:05:00 AM

An excellent message, Judy! Well said! Blessings, Kim M

Judy Ball
Date: 4/6/2021 10:06:00 AM

Thanks bunches Kim. God Bless, JB

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 4/6/2021 9:18:00 AM

Couldn't agree more, Judy! If I don't like a poem, I just move on to another one. Usually there is something to "like" in each poem. We do need to foster a supportive group on Soup. (If you don't like a comment, at least you can delete it.) Great message! Hugs, carolyn

Judy Ball
Date: 4/6/2021 9:38:00 AM

Thanks bunches Carolyn. God Bless. JB

Alexis Y.

Date: 4/6/2021 7:43:00 AM

Hi Judy, I liked the positivity in this well-written acrostic. I agree with your overall message. It's a good contender for the poem of the day. Have a wonderful day, my friend:-) Alexis

Judy Ball
Date: 4/6/2021 8:51:00 AM

Thank you so much Alexis . God Bless, JB

Silent One

Date: 4/6/2021 7:39:00 AM

I do not know what happened, as not been around.. Hope you are ok.. no place for bullying

Judy Ball
Date: 4/6/2021 8:47:00 AM

Thanks bunches Silent One. Neither do I but thought after hearing of the trouble I'd try to smooth out some troubled water. God Bless, JB

Jenna Logan

Date: 4/6/2021 6:45:00 AM

You have the right attitude, Judy. Destructive Criticism breeds only negativity. Your 'Poem of the Day' should be tomorrow's POTD.

Judy Ball
Date: 4/6/2021 8:44:00 AM

Thank you so much Jenna. God Bless, JB

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 4/6/2021 5:16:00 AM

An excellent message delivered in a very sensible way! May people listen and learn. Building one's reputation as a poet doesn't mean he had to demolish the dreams of others! Superb writing dearest, Judy! Hugs xxx

Judy Ball
Date: 4/6/2021 8:36:00 AM

thank you so much Demetrios. God Bless, JB

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 4/6/2021 5:04:00 AM