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Hey, you Passionate Poets!!
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Hey, you Passionate Poets!! |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA 
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Hey, all you Passion poets! Just who do you think you are? Your words are filled with love and praise - you write like Lochinvar. You always act supportive...write to ease each other's grief. When someone has a problem, you are there to give relief. This tiny website has become a large community Where folks can interract with love through words of poetry But have you all forgotten there are other types out there Who don't believe in caring and have little love to share? To get attention, there are those who feel they must berate And there are those who hate to love and those who love to hate. No wonder you offend them so with all your shows of love... They have no self-esteem and that's what you remind them of. No Nobel prize in poetry will come out of this site. No famous poets may emerge but....so what? That's all right. The friendships bonded here will last until the end of time And we'll not soon forget our days within this place of rhyme. But what about the other guys - the typical bad boy? Unable to create, their only choice is to destroy. You all are their worst enemies. You are what they are not. Your strength is in your values - those are things they haven't got. Perhaps it would be kinder if we set aside our verse, Belittled and berated...showed the world how we could curse.... No, I don't think so. Let's continue with our poetry And, to the others, let's give them our heart-felt sympathy. |
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Poet deVine
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since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Bravo! This is wonderful. I agree with you! [This message has been edited by Poet deVine (edited 01-27-2000).] |
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Beri Member
since 1999-11-25
Posts 149 |
Wonderful Balladeer! I'm in agreement also!!! If you love something, set it free, if it comes back to you, its meant to be... |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Well, the way I see it... We have plenty of room for love, passion, and romance... even a little self-serving depression now and then... but belittling and character disparagement... not to mention personal threats - We have no place for here at this site...  Love to all... |
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Corinne Member Ascendant
since 1999-10-28
Posts 5167state of confusion |
Balladeer, I've seen some nasty critics and many posting wars, talk of psuedo intelligence keeping track of spiteful scores. And what you say, it's all true, this place ROCKS, in my eyes but one thing I don't understand I won't win the nobel prize? I haven't seen any cat fights here, like another place that comes to mind when I posted "Hey, Shut the HELL UP!" that post I could not find! So, in closing I must say you write with such honesty, and when it comes to prizes you BE the king of poetry! Corinne |
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Skyfyre Senior Member
since 1999-08-15
Posts 1906Sitting in Michael's Lap |
I agree with you -- indeed Such poisoned tongues we do not need! Oh, and as far as that Nobel Prize -- speak for yourself, I've got my eye on it! LOL --Kess Full fathom five thy father lies, Of his bones are coral made, Those are pearls that were his eyes; Nothing of him that doth fade But doth suffer a sea-change Into something rich and strange... --William Shakespeare, from The Tempest |
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HelmutB Senior Member
since 2000-01-06
Posts 964Canada |
No words I need to add, you have said all that The way you did...made me breath a little flat But I'm glad when I reached the end For I believe that Love will always win...and not depend I not only agree with you I second your notion too The "King" well here i thought and I was told It was that guy "Elvis" but he is pretty old So I second Corinne, we need a new And I don't see a reason for this not to be you Forgive my sense of humor here Still thinking (drinking) that funny (German) beer Well done there I love it, the poem that is, not the beer < !signature--> The ability to describe life with words is similar to painting a picture; both can be powerful tools. [This message has been edited by HelmutB (edited 01-27-2000).] |
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Justbleu Member Elite
since 1999-08-31
Posts 3329Oregon, Originally From Alaska :) |
Yeppers....I do sooo agree!!!  Take Care Bridgette |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
OOPS! I should have known better. Never tell a poet what they can't do. Go for it, both of you!! I'll be the first to applaud. Thanks to all for your agreement. Helmut!! Watch that Lowenbrau!! [This message has been edited by Balladeer (edited 01-27-2000).] |
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RobertB Senior Member
since 1999-09-26
Posts 1104Champaign, IL |
Ahhhh Balladeer.....such words of comfort. I have been to the battle front in other ng's. I have swam with the sharks.....and now I write less poetry than any other time in my life. Thank you.....I sincerely hope we meet someday. Robert if you can dream; you can fly...if you are flying; you are dreaming. |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Oh when the saints, come marching in, old Balladeer will make the most din for in his want to lead us all along, we will join him in this song! Bravo! Sunshine Look, then, into thine heart, and write ~~~ Henry Wadsworth Longfellow |
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SEA 
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
This is by far the best place on the web I have found. I love having a place to come to where I can express my feelings and be accepted for them. Not everyone "gets" each others feelings but that is no excuse for being mean. Joking and teasing is great. Hurting someone just for their words is just not right. It's so nice to come into a circle of friends! -SEA |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Balladeer, Agree with all the above, Enjoyed your poem, but then I always do. |
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Severn Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-17
Posts 7704 |
Dearest 'deer - I do agree, I do! Wunnerful words says The Severny One. (And sorry - but I'M gonna be famous! LOLLOL) (You already are...) K'Writing sharpens life; life enriches writing' Sylvia Plath |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
If they handed out nobel prizes for friendship This site would have its share If no one in the world understood I could find someone here to care If I didn't have a home I could find my place on here If I couldn't even buy a smile Someone would give me one to wear No, you may not all be famous You may never win a prize But there's not a greater bunch Of people in my eyes Excellent Poem Balladeer....thank you I can live with the idea That we are merely actors Playing a part But I do wish Whoever is writing my script Would learn to use A few more Happy Endings ~Javan |
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G. A. Webb Member
since 2000-01-21
Posts 441Stanton, California, USA |
Great piece, my hat is off to you. I agree whith most of what you said except one thing. Bad boys feel the same way we do, they are just too afraid to show it. I should know, I'm of them, or at least I was. Once again, great piece. G |
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Meadowmuse Member Elite
since 1999-12-27
Posts 3263 |
Balladeer, I just came home from the end of a very cold day of feeling lost and alone, and to find your sweetened and uplifting missive here just brings an aching lump to my throat...the kind of pain one can learn to love. Thank you, in earnest, for your words. Claire |
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Temptress
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-06-15
Posts 7136Mobile, AL |
This one brought a HUGE  and nodding of head from me. Can I ask a question though?? May I have some of that rhyming elixir you have there?? |
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devina Member Elite
since 1999-10-28
Posts 3539Cali |
Once again the infamous Deer tells it like it is!!!! Need I say more???  Open arms can be the most fragile in the world... |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
 Inventas vitam juvat excoluisse per artes *"And they who bettered life on earth by new found mastery." Balladeer- This one's for you, my friend. Every friend, who is a friend, has a friend Love ~Marge~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ [email protected] |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
What's that you say? I cannot have This Toe-Belle prize I seek? Oh, never mind I just misread (suthern slinks away so meek) But 'fore I go I'll ditto Nan And bring this verse to end This passions place Is one I love I thank you all, dear friends! |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Hi ya Balladeer! It's me?...The Nobel Prize Winning Poet Toerag? I'm already so famous man that even the government's interested in me? In fact, I've heard my picture's seen around the country more than those damn Stuckys signs ya see all over hell and creation.......In fact, I think they keep my picture up in the post office to remind all those sweet ladies to lick their envelopes? If My strength is in my values old Hercules better just move on over don't ya think?..LOL.....This is another goodun' Roach.....Don't need to be concerned about them "bad boys" like ya said with old Toe around yanno...(If I could just ketchum in the act before Nan deletes their ass with that quick draw eraser of hers)...I told Rainbow I'd be more than happy to put on a dress, a wig, call the guy and tell him I was one of the ladies here, (In my best high pitched voice), and to come on over......he could find out if he could "walk a mile in my shoes"....(of course, my shoe may be buried quite deep somewhere and his walking may be a little funny)......LOL...good job here pal........(Ya wanna see my trophy for the Nobel thinggie?) |
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Lost Dreamer Member Elite
since 1999-06-20
Posts 2464Somewhere near the Rainbow |
I have to agree this place breeds friendship amid it's many poets basted with inspiring abilities. Preoccupation in my mind has drifted me from here lately so my eyes have had no vision of this cruelty cast upon kindness. We do need to rise above these acts and reach into our souls to forgive those who carry mighty heavy loads upon there shrugging shoulders. Showing them the signs of truth that love and kindness conquer all in the long run. So Sir Balladeer I bow to you for a wonderful beginning of peace. |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Toe- I just HAD to sneak back in here ... your post left me laughing ... and after the last couple of days I needed that ! You are just so funny ! ~Marge~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ [email protected] |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
But...but....Marge?....I was being so serious too?.....LOL....I do wish I'd been looking at your post when the incident had happened....I REALLY WISH I HAD BEEN.....!!!!! |
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RainbowGirl Member Elite
since 1999-07-31
Posts 3023United Kingdom |
Bal: Well stated my friend.. HUSG ps: Toe, I wanna see you in this dress..*g* HUSG Feed your dreams with love... |
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Corinne Member Ascendant
since 1999-10-28
Posts 5167state of confusion |
Toe, I've seen these pics of which you speak, but I think it must be some kind of trick, for its just a foot, some toes and a rag, and did you mention lick? Corinne |
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fc Member
since 2000-01-18
Posts 130 |
and then there are those on the outside who just pretend to care, a friend to one and all, til the going gets rough, oh, but not us poets, huh? nice poem ROFG@toe-belle prize....you guys are too funny [This message has been edited by fc (edited 01-28-2000).] |
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PhaerieChild Senior Member
since 1999-08-30
Posts 1787Aloha, Oregon |
Balladeer...I'm so glad to have a place to call home and those that disparage any of us disparage us all as we are family. I'm glad you took that "bull" by the horns and wrestled him to the ground. You da man!!! Love ya... Poetry~ Words falling on paper, painting a dream. Shawna R. Holder Boise, Idaho |
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kitkat Senior Member
since 2000-01-11
Posts 878Nova Scotia |
I have visited many poetry sites and must admitt this is this best one. People here are caring, friendly and just plain nice. I once said that I do not have a big back ground for proper writting technique but I write from the heart. That to me is the most important type of writing that well ever be. I read alot of everyones poetry you are all talented Thanks for sharing a little bit of your heart with me.-------------- You got to get up every morning with a smile on your face and show the world all the love in your heart Then people are gonna treat you better You're gonna find, yes you will That your beautiful as you feel.~~~ Carol King |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion |
Kess and Corinne, believe me - after you've won a couple Nobels, the novelty wears off and all you've got left is a fatter bank account, a public who expects much much more, and your name left as a question on a future episode of Jeopardy. Its not all its cracked up to be, so I think you would be better served having all the wonderful friends in here. 'Deer - you set a benchmark that is just out of my reach. Thanks for another great poem. |
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Pepper Member Elite
since 1999-08-19
Posts 3079Southern Florida |
I agree with you 'Deer and all the above....especially WildChild.."those that disparge any of us disparge us all" Excellent poem and sentiments! |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Well this certainly makes me feel silly! With all the things I've said to and about Balladeer and LongJohn?.....And now....ya tell me I've disparged, (what ever the hell that means?) all of ya?.....Geesch...boy do I ever feel like a Toerag now! |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
...and thank you, LongJohn, and all you wonderful people who make up this site. Marge, thanks for the wonderful medal. My neck hurts just looking at it! Hey, Toe!! You misunderstood. I said the Nobel prize, not the noballs prize! ROFL@ladies licking! You have got to be one of the funniest men alive (of course, looks aren't everything, yanno?) You should be writing articles and books, like Lake Toebegone Days or something. I salute your incredible wit. G.A.Webb...your correction is exactly right. Some people do have the same feelings inside but just can't let them out. Been there, done that. Thank you. Again, thanks to you all...and please don't open any attachments to e-mail unless you're sure you know where it came from. Some people live only for revenge. |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
This is a wonderful poem about a wonderful place full of wonderful people! You all get the Nobel Prize for friendship in my book! Denise |
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Parker Member Elite
since 2000-01-06
Posts 3129ON |
Balladeer, very wonderfull poem and sooo true. This is one of the best supporting places on the net if not the very best. Toe, please don't show us your Nobel thinggie I almost lost my lunch. |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Balladeer--After all these wonderful posts I can only add my smiles (what's a thinggy??) and my heart felt gladdness for this place. I don't need the nobel, just a best selling novel. |
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EVIL ONE New Member
since 2000-01-28
Posts 1 |
HEY BalletQueer, WATCH YOUR MAIL FOR A SPECIAL GIFT,OR WOULD THAT BE A SPECIAL GOODBYE   OH YEA, I THINK I`LL SEND NAN SOMETHING SPECIAL AS WELL I KNOW,IM SUCH A NICE GUY  [This message has been edited by EVIL ONE (edited 01-28-2000).] |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
I thought about removing the above comment but why should I? You all may as well get a look at the mind of the pathetic individual whose mind can do nothing but hate. He is to be pitied. |
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Ted Reynolds Member
since 1999-12-15
Posts 331 |
Lordy, lordy, I know when the competitions is too hot for me. I know my limitations, I'm not in that league. I'm not even going try for the Nobel Prize against you hot-shots. (But I *am* going to collect my Pulitzer while you all're looking the other way.) |
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RobertB Senior Member
since 1999-09-26
Posts 1104Champaign, IL |
always a trouble-maker huh??? It's funny.... in an insulting news group.... a person who tries to be nice and write from the heart is the "evil one". Mixed up world. |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
It is with heavy heart that I edit this post at dear Toerag's request.... [This message has been edited by Nan (edited 01-28-2000).] |
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RobertB Senior Member
since 1999-09-26
Posts 1104Champaign, IL |
wow...toerag.......always remember that you and I are friends..OK????  }Robert |
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Severn Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-17
Posts 7704 |
Gee - and I was thinking I better not write 'get a life' - it might be too insulting...LOL! Go Toe... |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
... um... Toe? I have nothing to say but.. Thank you, my dear..... |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Toe: There are friendships you can never lose, no matter what. And don't let your offer to take out the trash cause you any embarrassment. |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
You are a gentleman in the truest sense of the word, Toe! I'd be honored to be called your friend! |
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RainbowGirl Member Elite
since 1999-07-31
Posts 3023United Kingdom |
Darling: That sorrowful little ignoramus isn't worthy of you, cause he doesn't have the courage that *men* are made of...such a shame..I do so like a *real* man...and bless you, there are so many of you here...oh well, guess the crèche shut early, huh?..*g* Love you HUSG Memories give you the power to collect roses in the winter... |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
I've been asked to leave the above post up there...But I do apologize to all of you....and Ron, if you deem it appropriate, leave it, if not, it will not hurt my feelings at all...I'm sorry that I lost my "cool".....I've been trying to control such immature reaction...honestly I have...again, I apologize to all...including the asshole it was directed at.....Oh, I'm sorry...there I go again?...Some things just can't be changed I guess?... |
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Corinne Member Ascendant
since 1999-10-28
Posts 5167state of confusion |
Toerag, Your chivalry we all admire most evil goes unchecked, but let him wallow in the mire, his ID we shall reject! The high road is the path we'll take, for this way never fails, His karma is his, to forsake, goodness always prevails! We luv ya, Toe, we luv ya still, if he won't meet ya, I sure will! But I'm not lookin' for a fight, nope just a true Knight, in my sight! Corinne |
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SEA
Moderator
Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
Toe, YOU ARE WONDERFUL!!!!!! You didn't leave anything out.(haha) You said it quite clearly. My husband read your message and he says and I quote...."DUDE! YOU ROCK!" Sticking up for your friends is nothing to be embarrased about. -SEA |
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Local Rebel Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-21
Posts 5767Southern Abstentia |
Yeah -- that Toe is a brave friend indeed... Why he once told me, Hawk, I'll stand to your back till your belly's beat blue and when you run I will too... ROFL... sorry Toe -- couldn't resist -- I got your back bro -- and you know I've kicked my share too man. Peace |
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Local Rebel Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-21
Posts 5767Southern Abstentia |
OOOOOOOhhhh.... Him don't know Toe vewy well do he???? Toe -- I'm just gonna go get a shot of Jack while you take care of this one -- if he has three or four friends and you need a hand you know where I'll be man... |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
You're right "good-guy" evilone...I don't sleep well at night, I have God-awful nightmares.....because of things I've done and said...as I posted above....and, again I apologize to you and all the other fine folks here....It was out of place, and reflected my true self which I don't feel proud of or comfortable with...... And to those of you that have responded I thank you....and I appreciate it....but this is truly not the way to confront such an idiot....Don't teach your kids this way for sure....It's not something to be passing on to your youngsters....think about it?...This only continues a "war' or confrontation.....As you can tell by the email I forwarded from this nut, and the response he wrote here under another name.....Again....Don't do as I do....nor add to this stupid confrontation....he's not worth it, nor am I...and it's just silly childish banter.....!!!!!!!!!! |
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Local Rebel Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-21
Posts 5767Southern Abstentia |
Good guy - evil one -- whoever you are ; I assure you that Toe's friends are very much flesh and blood and would cross oceans to come to his aid were it required. Something he has obtained in life precisely because he is truly a 'Good Guy'. If you would put an end to all this foolishness apologize and open up a little bit -- I think you'd find that you might find some genuine friends too. These people all have big enough hearts to forgive even you man. I know you gotta have some kinda pain goin on to be actin like this. Give these folks a try. |
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SEA
Moderator
Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
Evil One.....for someone who doesn't like the people here,you're sticking around a bit more than would be expected. You just keep showing us what a small mind you have..... I feel sorry for you.  -SEA |
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Craig Member
since 1999-06-10
Posts 444 |
Can I have some mail too???? I'm getting lonely and need An e-mail buddy to swap mail with!!! Yes, I admit your general rule. That every poet is a fool: But I myself may serve to show it. That every fool is not a poet. |
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Nurse Crachet Member
since 1999-09-27
Posts 318They know where I am! |
Well, it sure looks like I need to catch this here new guy cause he has no idea who he is, he'll fit right in with the Justin's at the stute, heck they think their artists and this guy thinks he's someone special. We can find out who you are and when were done with your brain scan we'll let Bugs Bunny show you around. It won't be long till you see the true side of reality. |
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Corinne Member Ascendant
since 1999-10-28
Posts 5167state of confusion |
Toe, honey, Don't admonish yourself my friend, it seems time for this to end, So moderators 1,2,3 make Evil One disappear, please! Corinne |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
SnglDad/EvilOne/GoodGuy/whatever you want to call yourself: You're obviously crying for attention... but perhaps you should refine your act... because you DON'T want to mess with some of the men on this board.... Of course, you can continue to act like a horse's rear... I think it's pretty pathetic that you can only get your jollies by causing controversy and making threats. But others are much more forgiving... You should take a long hard look... and perhaps learn to be human in the process. |
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Justin Sayne Member
since 1999-10-09
Posts 53 |
I don't think so, Crachet... We like the 'stute nice and safe.... No "Bad Guy/Good Guy" types allowed...  |
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pigpen New Member
since 2000-01-28
Posts 6Hastings,MI US |
Im completely new here but i couldnt agree more. this site just radiates with warmth!!! |
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Local Rebel Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-21
Posts 5767Southern Abstentia |
Now dickless are your fingers so tired already you have to put the same post in two different places???? |
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Poet deVine
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Kind and gentle poets. Please ignore the pest and he will go away....he is enjoying taunting you and registering time and again....he will grow tired of this soon. In the meantime..let's put him in his place... beneath our contempt. Now...let's write some poetry.... |
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RobertB Senior Member
since 1999-09-26
Posts 1104Champaign, IL |
Hey whoever you are.....why don't you go play in alt.art.poetry.comments or alt.language.pure-silk or maybe even ucd.rec.poetry or perhaps rec.art.poetry?? They would love you over there....just your kind they are. Maybe that's where you came from in the first place. As to anger....there is no anger here. I have been in the other ng's long enough to know where anger and insecurity lies. Defense is not anger.... YOU are angry inside and love to stir up defense in others so you can sit back and say they are the angry ones. I will not reply to you any more. You had my 5 minutes and that is all you get. Robert |
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