The painful holes that hubris, ego and stark deficits.... leave

confession a lot this is how i feel when read your poems and commwnts to me

No embarassment intended

Really??
You miss me... why, I am right here!!
☺
Just not as much as I was, but here nonetheless
Not embarrassed flattered and humbled.... You're the bar setter, not me.... (no arguments!!!)

Thank you, my dear lovely, Colin
I deeply appreciate you and your thoughtful and far too kind words...
🌹 - 💙
B

"of inevitable poetry" ... that is what this is ... great write B ... bold ... vulnerable ... threading the poetic needle ... perfectly ...

Thank you for everything, LilD..... You are a truly GREAT human being.



Thanks for believing in me -
I am more grateful than you know - (hugs)
🌹 - 💙
xo

bluevelvete,

Forever the keeper of the flame for someone  so wronged. Great sentiment within your lines. Enjoyed.

down2dirt

I think it's extremely important to back those you have a particular faith and allegiance in. Despite whatever disgusting BS certain bullies might fling someone's way....

All my warmest regards and deep appreciation for the read and lovely comments.  
It's a true pleasure - 🙏🏻  

(Sorry it's  a late reply)  
🌹 - 💙
x
B

Dear BV,

I’m sad when something like this happens. It’s rotten to the core.
I will say this is a touching homage to those who’ve left. I can only hope they know they are missed. H🌷

Dearest Honoria,
To me (being way way way more sensitive than I like or easily admit) it's utterly UTTERLY heartbreaking to have a good person /poet /friend (that I've connected to) leave DU because a bully decides it's cool and apparently accepted by most, to throw around accusations and rumors as fact. I have been bullied and falsely accused of things that I have had absolutely ZERO to do with, here in DU. I understand how hard it is and why certain people decide to say 'fuck it' and leave .... It's really really difficult to be attacked on social media and to navigate that happening to you. I 100% empathize with those who've made the choice to depart. It's better to work on your own goodness and tend to your own positive mental heath, (in a true healthy atmosphere) .... away from this kinda weird bubble.  
I also wholeheartedly believe that some people should take stock of themselves, their own lives and perhaps think long and hard before bellowing any semblance of bullshit....

Just my very own opinion, is all... lol.  

I wholly appreciate you, the generous nature you impart in understanding this deep scarring and your awesome ability to make heads or tails out of the mangled miscommunications vs the intentionally hurtful.
You are positively one of the best reasons for anyone to return.... without any doubt!!

(Thank you for thinking of me.)
Sorry for the delayed response
Much love and respect,
🌹 - 💙
B

I feel this pain too. Many great poets who left. I also have many regrets of not ending some of those friendships on the best of terms.

Wonderful poem, friend 😁

I too, wish that I was at least a able to say goodbye or explain my feelings or sadness to those that have left previously.... It weighs on you, that's definitely for certain. Your feedback and our conversations via comments are truth meaningful to me, DC. I appreciate our similar nature in thought, my friend.  I wish and hope to learn how to be more self positive and more fierce in the gumption department.... I continue to read your badass poems for lessons.

I apologize for the delay in responding, I had and still do have some shit to work on...

I am so grateful for your thoughtful comments, friendship and killer intensity!!!

Thanks for keeping me inspired to aspire....
🌹-💙
B

Such an exquisite, heart felt write, B.

...  Thought provoking.

You're so awesome and a truly beautiful bright shining light of goodness.... I swear, I can almost feel the glowing warmth.... it's so healing and cathartic....


Thank you for being so kind and in my corner when I desperately needed it.

To be able to provoke thoughts is a total win in my book..... *wink

lol

Missed you and I hope that I can continue to make strides, dear poet 🙏🏻
Much love and respect,
🌹 - 💙
(thank you for reading)
Sorry for the delayed response
B

Nice wtite✍️!

Thanks, Anthony! I appreciate you taking the time to stop by to read and to leave your thoughts with me....

Warmest regards,
🌹 - B

Thanks Tim.... It's true, many have been chased away, while those who continue to bully (via a version that's acceptable, I can only guess ) remain without concern or even one iota of worry....
It's a Topsy Turvy world indeed.... hahaha.
Hopefully you'll be returning soon, too...

Thank you for sharing your thoughts... always a pleasure!

🌹 - B

So sad that negativity from others can drive apart poets who clearly have chemistry. I am so glad to read you again. Reading you this evening is more refreshing than summer at the beach. Your poetry is the elixir that brings happiness to my world. I am most grateful for your blessing us with your gift.

Xo
John

I too, find immense sadness in the fact that some of my favorite poets have left DU because they felt their little place to exhale and create was ruined by those who feel bigger by making others feel smaller.... What a true shame. It should be about poetry, expanding knowledge and wisdom shared.... Hopefully, I can find that path again and keep to it.

I am humbly grateful and truly thankful for your visits, the kindness and the fact that you enjoyed reading my poetry, John.
It means a lot and is one the great things about participating here that remains wholly enjoyable  

Much love and respect your way ✨
🌹 - 💙
xo
-Susan

Respect for this.

I appreciate that comment, very much.
More than you know, really.





Nice seeing you again.
🌹 - B

Inevitable poetry. That is all/everything on and around life, my dear.
Well done.

hugs,
buddhakitty.

I think that 'loss' of companionship is super condensed and concentrated here on DU... making my feelings feel that much more intense... I suppose it's the dark side of social media... You're so astute, though.... It's just the fact of life in general.... sigh....

You're viewpoints are profound and really needed bits of reality that I so so SO appreciate. You're doing me a serious kindness, bk.... I feel fortunate and truly thankful ....  

🌹-💙

"I will forever hold  
your memory  
in mine  
keep the flame lit"
It's one of those things we carry for a long time, as if its a solemn vow that once aspired us and will continue, no matter how far.
Excellent spill.

Thanks so much for understanding, Walter!
I definitely miss those that have sadly been chased away by bullying via attempts of purposeful public shaming. It's sad and totally uncalled for, imo...My heart breaks because of it.... I have learned much as a DU member and the biggest lesson is that I only want my DUP experience to about the poetry and my growth as a writer. Period  

I agree, loosing friends—that loss, definitely does stay with you. 😔  

Hopefully things will eventually improve over time and with new members coming aboard and finding their comfortability!... New blood, Yesss!!  

I am grateful for your thoughts, my friend
Thanks again :)  
🌹 - B