The Pensive Poet

The Pensive Poet Poetry Contest. Sponsored by: Constance La France
By Poet "Oh yes, 100% human here. No AI for me."
Come let me tell you a story, how writers once wrote. They wrote from their loving hearts, telling stories in different styles. Some were rhymes or funny limericks, verse was a favorite along with a tanka. I find acrostic to be fun, but taking more thought and time. Today this new thing called AI, is the new kid on the block. AI has no loving heart to write with, yet many readers have been blinded. I put much thought and reflection, into each poem for my readers. A true writer writes because they love to, also writing for their many readers.
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La France Avatar
August 15, 2026 at 4:21 PM
Paula, beautifully penned and congratulations on your win in my The Pensive Poet Contest, well done⭐
Goldsmith Avatar
August 19, 2026 at 1:07 PM
It is wonderful to see you here reading my "The Pensive Poet." A Big "Thank You" for stopping over. Also Thanks for your, Congratulations. Glad you found this to be, beautifully penned. I enjoyed writing this one for your wonderful contest. Thanks so much for having it/for my placement. Writing with a lovely heart makes All the difference. Enjoy writing away from your loving heart.............
George Avatar
August 12, 2026 at 8:36 PM
Some write to release their pent up feelings while some poets focus on the delight of their readers. Some write to get appreciation and to be in the limelight. As poems differ in form, intentions of poets too differ. An enjoyable read, dear Paula. Congratulations on your win.👏
Goldsmith Avatar
August 19, 2026 at 1:07 PM
It is wonderful to see you here reading my "The Pensive Poet." A Big "Thank You"  for stopping over. Also Thanks for your, Congratulations. Glad you enjoyed reading my write. Yes, there many reasons why a writer writes. I feel it still must be from the heart Not a machine. Writing with a lovely heart makes All the difference. I enjoyed bringing this one to life. Enjoy writing away from your loving heart.............
Edmonds  Avatar
August 12, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Congratulations Paula on your win in Constance’s contest. I enjoyed reading your write very much indeed… Beryl ✍️
Goldsmith Avatar
August 19, 2026 at 1:06 PM
It is wonderful to see you back here reading my "The Pensive Poet" again.  A Big "Thank You"  for stopping back over. Also Thanks for your, Congratulations. Glad you enjoyed reading my write. Writing with a lovely heart makes All the difference. I enjoyed bringing this one to life. Enjoy writing away from your loving heart.............
Jones Avatar
August 12, 2026 at 3:26 PM
Love this! Congratulations on your win!
Goldsmith Avatar
August 19, 2026 at 1:04 PM
It is wonderful to see you here reading my "The Pensive Poet." A Big "Thank You"  for stopping over. Also Thanks for your, Congratulations. Glad you, Love this. That makes me happy. Writing with a lovely heart makes All the difference. I enjoyed bringing this one to life. Enjoy writing away from your loving heart.............
Poet Avatar
August 12, 2026 at 7:01 AM
Congratulations on your win in the contest with this beautifully crafted poem.
Goldsmith Avatar
August 19, 2026 at 1:03 PM
It is wonderful to see you here reading my "The Pensive Poet." A Big "Thank You"  for stopping over. Also Thanks for your, Congratulations. Glad you found this to be a, beautifully crafted poem. Writing with a lovely heart makes All the difference. I enjoyed bringing this one to life. Enjoy writing away from your loving heart.............
Andresen Avatar
August 12, 2026 at 4:17 AM
- Hi, back with a well-deserved congratulations :) - hugs
Goldsmith Avatar
August 19, 2026 at 1:03 PM
It is wonderful to see you back here reading my "The Pensive Poet" again. A Big "Thank You" for stopping back over. Also Thanks for your, Congratulations. Writing with a lovely heart makes All the difference. I enjoyed bringing this one to life. Hugs... Enjoy writing away from your loving heart.............
Edmonds  Avatar
August 11, 2026 at 4:12 PM
Very good Paula, AI has no place here on the Soup, enjoyed reading your poem and congratulations on your win in Constance’s contest… Beryl ✍️ 🎉
Goldsmith Avatar
August 19, 2026 at 1:02 PM
It is wonderful to see you here reading my "The Pensive Poet." A Big "Thank You"  for stopping over. Also Thanks for your, Congratulations. Glad you found this to be, Very good. Yes, your are right when you say, "AI has no place here." Writing with a lovely heart makes All the difference. I enjoyed bringing this one to life. Enjoy writing away from your loving heart.............
La France Avatar
August 5, 2026 at 2:59 PM
soupmail 👀
Goldsmith Avatar
August 6, 2026 at 1:38 PM
I did write to you. Thank You... Have a fun day writing away.....................
Andresen Avatar
August 2, 2026 at 10:39 AM
- You are absolutely right, Paula - Your poems come from the heart :) - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs
Goldsmith Avatar
August 2, 2026 at 11:19 AM
It is wonderful to see you here reading my "The Pensive Poet." A Big "Thank You" for stopping over. Glad you enjoyed this one. Oh yes, poems come from a lovely heart. That makes All the difference.. I enjoyed writing this one. Hugs... Enjoy writing away from your loving heart.............
Scragg Avatar
August 1, 2026 at 1:58 PM
True Paula, poetry makes its deepest impact when real and from a loving heart. ❤️
Goldsmith Avatar
August 2, 2026 at 11:16 AM
It is wonderful to see you here reading my "The Pensive Poet." A Big "Thank You"  for stopping over. Glad you found this to be, True. Writing with a lovely heart makes All the difference. I enjoyed bringing this one to life. Enjoy writing away from your loving heart.............
Goldsmith Avatar
August 1, 2026 at 1:44 PM
"The Pensive Poet." Date Written:8/1/2026 ~ Written by Human Poet...........
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