Two line Quote

Those who know me don't hate me,
Those who hate me don't know me.
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Maverick Avatar
April 13, 2025 at 12:36 PM
If you keep on like this 'Only nobodys' can Become irate.' LOL)))
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April 14, 2025 at 8:56 AM
Cheers Joe for your visit and very true comment.
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April 2, 2025 at 6:53 PM
hate is twisted form of love dear poet, fear not. inspiring quote, I spent a lot of time here on your page changing words in your quote and the meanings baffled me dear poet! those who know me hate me, then those who hate me.... you played well with words here dear poet. happy writing.
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April 3, 2025 at 6:31 AM
Hi thriveni those who know don't hate me, thank you for your visit and comment dear friend.
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March 31, 2025 at 1:44 PM
That's very philosophical, John. And, I'm sure very true.
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April 1, 2025 at 10:32 AM
Thank you Ann for your visit and comment.
Jones Avatar
March 27, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Clever! I like this a lot!
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March 28, 2025 at 10:18 AM
Thank you Karen have a lovely day.
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March 26, 2025 at 11:10 AM
Fantastic lines, John. I don't hate anyone. Like jealousy, it's a useless emotion that only hinders and hurts.
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March 26, 2025 at 12:16 PM
Thank you, and a good evening to you, too! ;-)
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March 26, 2025 at 11:44 AM
Same here Lin, a little love and forgiveness goes a long way, have a lovely evening God bless. xx
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March 26, 2025 at 8:45 AM
So much depth in what youv conveyed here dear john, i dont hate anyone, there are those i have around me and then those that i choose to keep in distance, love and hate are very deep emotions, and i tend to always think of the good of the person and reasons for their actions so i don’t hate. And as for your quote! I noticed you are very fluent with them! So much wisdom and strength! Pleasure reading you today! Sending you light always
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March 26, 2025 at 10:03 AM
I agree with you Ink, hate is a heavy burden to carry,I find a little love lightens the load, as for my ego that disappeared many years ago, have a lovely day God bless.
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March 25, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Good one, John. It reads like a good contender to me. Way to go. Thanks for sharing this one with us. Sara K
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March 26, 2025 at 9:57 AM
Thank you Sara win or lose it's been fun taking part, have a lovely day.
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March 25, 2025 at 2:55 PM
John, cute two lines of wisdom. I know you also like yourself! The words above say it with gusto and tact! Not too much ego! The poem also focuses on the fact there's too much hate in this world. Smiles!!
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March 26, 2025 at 9:55 AM
Thank you Duke for your visit and comment, you read me well.
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March 25, 2025 at 12:15 PM
Hello John Read, Thes words speak the truth. Good luck in the contest. xx/Darlene/
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March 25, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Hello John, You are very welcome. Hopfully there will not ba another. xx /Darlene/
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March 25, 2025 at 12:43 PM
Thank you Darlene hopefully it will not be another N/A. xx
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March 25, 2025 at 6:40 AM
Hello John, a very great 2 liner that is so full of truth. It reminds me of this quote: "Never explain. Your friends don’t require it, and your enemies won’t believe you, anyway" Elbert Hubbard. Good Luck in the Contest! Spring Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniek
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March 25, 2025 at 9:22 AM
Hi Daniel your quote says it all, thank you for your visit and comment.
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March 25, 2025 at 3:05 AM
What a great contrast. Loved it. Best for a win.
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March 25, 2025 at 9:21 AM
Thank you Victor for your encouraging comment.
Dietrich Avatar
March 24, 2025 at 11:11 PM
I have seen around 6 or 7 quotes so far. This one is my favorite among them
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March 25, 2025 at 9:21 AM
Thank you Andrea, I trust your judgment.
Wolf Avatar
March 24, 2025 at 8:33 PM
There are only two types of people: Those who like you, and those who have not met you yet. ... There you go, John.
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March 25, 2025 at 9:32 PM
Of course they will, John. It's a given!
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March 25, 2025 at 9:20 AM
Hopefully Gershon they will like me when they meet me.
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March 24, 2025 at 6:04 PM
I lke this Two Line quote, John. It has humor in it. Pangie
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March 25, 2025 at 9:19 AM
Thank you Pangie, nothing beats a sense of humour.
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March 24, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Great one!
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March 25, 2025 at 9:16 AM
Cheers David nice hearing from you.
Allison Avatar
March 24, 2025 at 3:22 PM
great one liner John! hugs jan xx
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March 26, 2025 at 1:12 PM
I am still giggling about the plums lol thanks John your comment was wonderful!
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March 25, 2025 at 9:15 AM
Thank you Jan check out your bawdy Irish limerick i left a comment on it.
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March 24, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Excellent two liner John. True in most cases. Good luck
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March 25, 2025 at 9:14 AM
Thank you Oliver have a lovely day.
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March 24, 2025 at 12:03 PM
- Hate is a word I don't use, John... it's a powerful and cruel word - I love you as a friend... - great quotes :) - Best wishes in the ontest :) - hugs
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March 25, 2025 at 9:13 AM
Hi Tom I agree with your comment, sadly there are so many out there.
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March 25, 2025 at 9:12 AM
Hi Anne, me likewise but sadly there is a lot of hate in this world.
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March 24, 2025 at 11:03 AM
Absolutely true! Well writ.
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March 25, 2025 at 9:11 AM
Thank you Maureen have a lovely day.
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March 24, 2025 at 9:45 AM
Dear John, oh I like this one... this is so true. Wonderfully said. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
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March 25, 2025 at 9:11 AM
Thank you Susan God bless you.
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