To me AllPoetry is an outlet. I can put all the things roaming around my head into words or images. In the past it was a community of wonderful neighbors, friends, and family. The core or foundation of that community is still here, as well as some of the same people. There are some as well that have moved on, even some sadly have passed away. But they made their presence known while they were here. And they are remembered and missed.
We all have personal lives that take us away at times. That is expected. For me, this site is an extension of my life. It is NOT my 'second life' or a place where I am someone other than me, although sometimes I feel like I want to be. What you see is what you get with me. Whether my work is happy, sad, dark, silly, or whatever, that is me. I show myself to those who have gotten to know me the real me. I don't pretend. I know some use this site as a way to free themselves from the life they lead or the troubles they have, and that is okay. I do that as well at times. I can escape what is bothering me at the time by writing, creating, or chatting. And ya know, before you know it, what I'd thought was bad, wasn't as bad as I thought.
One thing I like is that people stop by and read or look at what I have posted. They leave a comment, and that goes a long way in building my confidence. I know I am very sensitive and have requested no harsh comments, but that is just how I am. I am hard enough on myself, so I don't need others to do it for me. I have an AP Sis that will give me suggestions or ask if something was intended the way I had it. I don't mind that. She does it in a very nice and constructive way.
Some people may not even care if they get comments, but I think most do. Sometimes a comment, or even someone saying hello, can turn a bad day into a good one. That has happened many times to me. Commenting on someone's work does not cost anything, actually you can earn points by doing it. If you don't care about the points, just being nice is a good thing to be.
I think what makes this site great is the community feel. I know Kevin does his best to implement things to improve the site, and we don't give him enough credit for it. We have some great moderators and greeters that are here to help. If you have developed friends and maybe even family on here, then you know what I mean about community.
Well I reckon that about covers the things that were rattling around in my brain. Thanks for reading.
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So true!
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Such beautiful thoughts you haved penned here, hun. I have made many wonderful friends here at AP. I joined AP to support my husband, who in return, encouraged me to write. I had never writen a single poem in my life. I know that my work isn't near as good as many on AP but I do get alot of enjoyment out of it. Then I started learning to make backgrounds and tags. Now, thats addicting. I get so much pleasure creating them for others. AP is a wonderful community and a great place to meet new friends and yes, even family.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts Jeannie, I feel like I've gotten to know you more today.
Laura
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Yeah..you have spilled out some right thoughts....
I guess I think the same way......
Although sometimes I am going to read some poems one after another, just like when you read a book, and those few times it is that I am not taking the time to leave to many comments....
I guess that's just some of my own private time....
But further on...you have it right...
XXJeannette
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Hi Jeannie Poo!
Good article. Right now I'm involved in an anthology a group of us are pulling together with Lyndon. Most of those involved are members of Winklings.
This feels like the days when we were at the pinnacle of the graphics groove, except we're working together toward a finished goal, a book. A lot of the poets are better than me, so I'm learning through osmosis. I'm not really doing much else on AP right now.
One good group can make all the difference.
Love you sis!
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HUG~~
Bless Your Heart for sharing this and Bravo for the
manner in which You expressed Your words
I Love it when Your brain rattles like You mentioned
Can I borrow a rattle
I could use all the help I could get
You know I remember being told...
Sunshine~
You cannot make Everybody Happy...
You just do what You can do...
and be Satisfied with the Effort made
for nobody can please Everybody
Just does not happen...
You can make a Difference,
they can take it or leave it
Love You Loads
for being You and a Blessing in my Life
so when I can digest Your Words of Wisdom...
I have my fork and spoon ready
You have taught me much and I am Grateful
Woot~
Now we can boogey
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Jeannie,
You have said what so many say on here! You are a great tribute to AP hope too be able to read more of you. Your borders have improved so much. Your grahic talents exceed some! Working two jobs takes me away more than I need to at times! But
know that you have friends!
With love,
~Sie
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You have expressed your feelings very well Jeannie. As you have said, AP is an outlet and I have found writing to be very theraputic for me too.
I am lucky to have some wonderful friends here on AP, and you are on the top of that list.
It is so nice to read comments on a poem that we have posted, and many days I sign in feeling sad and my mood is lifted by a nice comment on a poem, or a cute graphic in an IM.
Thanks for sharing you thoughts with all of us.
Jeannette 
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Well said.
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Very nice reflections. Than you for sharing.
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