Let's see how far a positive post will go . Say something nice about someone on GP. You can do more than one person.

Omegapaf - always makes me laugh. has a kind heart and if in a slam will rate the others highly.

Pujakins - a gentle soul with a lot of love

Induce - one of the first friends I made here on GP and has stood by me through thick and thin.

I will add more as time goes by... please feel free to start your own lists.

Mamta- She does so much more around here than people realize, and never asks for kudos from anyone. I don't know what GP would do without her.

where to start??!!??!!

butterflyzrfree - she works very hard at her craft and always seeks to better herself as a writer. i find that extremely admirable.

Leggolas - one of the first to befriend me here and still someone who drops me a line every now and then just to say hello.

wolfinwindow - one of the gentlest, kindest souls i've ever met (well, digitally anyway...lol), much like her sister Bonnie

FuchsiaFestival! - so eager to learn and grow. And she has an exclamation point in her name, which equals awesome.

Fogglethorpe - Hugh has given me great advice in forums, and I see him constantly supporting, encouraging, and teaching other poets all the time.

electrictiger - I love passionate people. Chris has given me incredible encouragement here, and it always seems to arrive at just the right time.

wordsmithwannabe - social butterfly. Not afraid to get into the thick of things, but always respectful and kind.

butterflyzrfree - I have a lot of admiration for Gail. Not afraid to try something new and just put it out there. She also has an amazing capacity to forgive.

wylde - always fascinating and deals in the unexpected
butterflyzrfree - constant source of creativity
leggolas - an extrovert in introvert's clothing
induce - upbeat, warm, creative
alana - delightful
fogglethorpe - continual pursuit of new artform - intriguing
ozymandias - clever, dramatic
mamta - wonderful touch with the haiku forum and her own work
shc8688 - courageous
zbird - thank you for running the jams

so many more - thanks to all - i still feel new here and have barely spread my wings past haiku eaters - but appreciate the energies here

Zbird - buoyant, resilient, and someone I should get to know better.
scmatsuura - constant source of encouragement and beautiful words.
doris - fellow minstrel; her sharp wit and her fearlessness have gotten me through more than one day.
butterflyzrfree - her unflagging courage and determination
pujankins - our gentle lotus of change.
fuchsiafestival! - relentless curiosity & unfettered imagination
wylde - for being wylde, and for whisperscreaming; don't stop.
mayo - She held my hand when I needed it most, and also, let it go when it was time. I am indebted for both.
mamta - enigmatic, full of surprises, and vivacious
ozymandias - the voice of reason when I needed to hear it, and a constant wit. I also want driving lessons from him!
fogglethorpe - the reasoned calm at the center of our storm, and a great teacher.
anna9 - unwavering kindness
alana - delightfully quirky and quixotic in all the right ways, and never a dull moment.
induce - always a kind word for everyone
wordsmithwannabe - my constant north star
Kylebank - unshakeably enthusiastic, writer of the most beautiful poems about trout I've ever seen , and, of course, the most chimerical guy I know.
izmeiah - for 15 years of constant friendship

to anyone left out - for putting up with a grouchy tiger all these years, I am grateful; more growls to come.

et - great great friend beautiful meeow's and even delicious clause/s

judih - we go back a 1000 years.

anna9 - surprises me even though infrequently

doris - support. ribald. direct. lovely friend.

foggs - for taking some energy to 'get my drift' and even enjoy and like it from time to time.

kylebank - looks so soft n cute. but has a razor mind. and a depth i didnt find obvious.

fuschcia - i consider my new sistermoon.

wordsmith - his articulations and nuances breach just his writing and spill into his interactions.

gail - who brought me to the site.

mamata - integrity & dedicationsays it all.

ozymandias - doesnt synch with my writing, but always gives me a chance.

Kate Burnell - raw truth/s

VonBear - much missed.

maryanns - just so in synch with my political ethos.

induce - sweetiepie.

bwp - for calling me out - when he feels he needs to. and making myself surprise myself.

walrus - little known. much missed.

Humanicide - incisive

I love maryanns. I continue to discover similar back stories between us. She is very talented and kind and has a quick wit.

The boys from the litter box...you are all precious and precocious and prickly and prideful. I love you as you are. I'd flash my boobies at you any day.

fogglethorpe, I find you fair and honest. Two qualities that I respect most in a man.

Ozymandias, as the only other curator to interact with me I find you brilliant and gentle and I imagine your laughter would roll around me in a comforting, teasing way.

graphitegirl is an amazing writer. She outshines most people here on the site, yet she is humble. Lovely woman. I wish I knew her in person.

fushia, like any great teen she is both eager and passionate. If she continues on this growth path she will outdo us all in the very near future.

sedubah, I love how his comments to you are more about what the poem made him think about and I love how free he is to share those thoughts. I think I could sit and listen to him all night long.


I am not not much for compliments however. I wasn't really raised to shower anyone with them. I find that often compliments are disingenuous, and you all know how I feel about disingenuousness.

mahala blu adams is the best poet i have ever read.......anywhere....at any time.
- nice one bonita.

Omegapaf for courage and clarity

Deepali for genuiness

Zbird and Wolfinwindow for genuiness

Gail for kindness

Induce for friendship

Maryanns for friendship

Ossy for friendship

Alana for sweetness

Leggolas for inspiration

Induce has been a good friend to me, often sending notes of encouragement. I appreciate him.

Zbird wrote:

Let's see how far a positive post will go . Say something nice about someone on GP. You can do more than one person. Omegapaf - always makes me laugh. has a kind heart and if in a slam will rate the others highly. Pujakins - a gentle soul with a lot of love Induce - one of the first friends I made here on GP and has stood by me through thick and thin. I will add more as time goes by... please feel free to start your own lists.

Bonnie, true, respect my friend. Keep up the great work you do ans always have down.

luv' yah;
andYE

fogglethorpe wrote:

Induce has been a good friend to me, often sending notes of encouragement. I appreciate him.

Dangnabit* Hugh I was just about to say keep it up my buddy.

No I mean it I can not imagine Got Poetry without you ,

All the best mate,

andye

wylde wrote:

et - great great friend beautiful meeow's and even delicious clause/s judih - we go back a 1000 years. anna9 - surprises me even though infrequently doris - support. ribald. direct. lovely friend. foggs - for taking some energy to 'get my drift' and even enjoy and like it from time to time. kylebank - looks so soft n cute. but has a razor mind. and a depth i didnt find obvious. fuschcia - i consider my new sistermoon. wordsmith - his articulations and nuances breach just his writing and spill into his interactions. gail - who brought me to the site. mamata - integrity & dedicationsays it all. ozymandias - doesnt synch with my writing, but always gives me a chance. Kate Burnell - raw truth/s VonBear - much missed. maryanns - just so in synch with my political ethos. induce - sweetiepie. bwp - for calling me out - when he feels he needs to. and making myself surprise myself. walrus - little known. much missed. Humanicide - incisive

Okay! nah' cheers man, my brother. I picture a spun out pic when I think
of you and write this, it means a lot my friend

(never a full stop)

keep penning
your buddy,
andYe

Gary wrote:

Omegapaf for courage and clarity Deepali for genuiness Zbird and Wolfinwindow for genuiness Gail for kindness Induce for friendship Maryanns for friendship Ossy for friendship Alana for sweetness Leggolas for inspiration

Gary, thank you my buddy! your words of friendship are inspiring.

keep penning my long time friend,
andYe

electrictiger wrote:

Zbird - buoyant, resilient, and someone I should get to know better. scmatsuura - constant source of encouragement and beautiful words. doris - fellow minstrel; her sharp wit and her fearlessness have gotten me through more than one day. butterflyzrfree - her unflagging courage and determination pujankins - our gentle lotus of change. fuchsiafestival! - relentless curiosity & unfettered imagination wylde - for being wylde, and for whisperscreaming; don't stop. mayo - She held my hand when I needed it most, and also, let it go when it was time. I am indebted for both. mamta - enigmatic, full of surprises, and vivacious ozymandias - the voice of reason when I needed to hear it, and a constant wit. I also want driving lessons from him! fogglethorpe - the reasoned calm at the center of our storm, and a great teacher. anna9 - unwavering kindness alana - delightfully quirky and quixotic in all the right ways, and never a dull moment. induce - always a kind word for everyone wordsmithwannabe - my constant north star Kylebank - unshakeably enthusiastic, writer of the most beautiful poems about trout I've ever seen , and, of course, the most chimerical guy I know. izmeiah - for 15 years of constant friendship to anyone left out - for putting up with a grouchy tiger all these years, I am grateful; more growls to come.

Electrictiger, thank you so much, I try hard to keep the smiles up,

I love how you have noted this

Keep Penning my friend,

reaspect,
andYe

Zbird wrote:

Let's see how far a positive post will go . Say something nice about someone on GP. You can do more than one person. Omegapaf - always makes me laugh. has a kind heart and if in a slam will rate the others highly. Pujakins - a gentle soul with a lot of love Induce - one of the first friends I made here on GP and has stood by me through thick and thin. I will add more as time goes by... please feel free to start your own lists.

Thank you Bonnie. In a big way.
andye

fogglethorpe wrote:

Mamta- She does so much more around here than people realize, and never asks for kudos from anyone. I don't know what GP would do without her.

Hugh, so true, Mamta helped me also greatly in a massive way.

I can only speak for those that i have known for years: Mamta has been around about as long as i have and is like family at this point and i know if it weren't for her the lights wouldn't be on around here. Hugh is a great writer and has been supportive and encouraging for many years. Induce has been a friend for years and is a gem for the GP family. Everyone else i'm just getting to know again. Please feel free to send me a message or comment, i don't bite

brownbwi wrote:

I can only speak for those that i have known for years: Mamta has been around about as long as i have and is like family at this point and i know if it weren't for her the lights wouldn't be on around here. Hugh is a great writer and has been supportive and encouraging for many years. Induce has been a friend for years and is a gem for the GP family. Everyone else i'm just getting to know again. Please feel free to send me a message or comment, i don't bite

I'm listening. Take you so much Brownbwi,
Keep those words ah'happening',
best wishes mate and encouragement massive,

So true man, I remember doing karma 'deals' back wit' yah' in the 2007 block, Great memories and fun my friend,

Induce ... hmmm... I think they were paid back wit' interest!????

Gotta love this lovefest...
but this is one of those lists where it's too sad to leave anyone out.

All I second, plus (in no particular order):

Liarbird - Gentleman Aussie cowboy poet
Badmalthus - Zen master extraordinaire
Wordlover - Dear friend, I hope you're feeling better
Glen - A real live British gentleman
Rondo - He's more than just a little red devil from California
DreamingDemon - He's not just here for Halloween
Plasticity - Always writes from her heart
JPerry1980 - For Waylon, Willie and the Boys
Nerdgirl - Makin' it on her own
Keeperofhope - Hat's off to a real soldier
Ramonez - Good friend to have in Thailand
Lewtoo - Who just called me late for dinner

Everybody rocks here - more later...

Arsaces - Who could miss reading this thoughtful poet
Michaelfirewalker - Mere words are not enough to describe
Essex68 - Nature and beauty at it's best
Rabbitt - Never a dull moment on any subject
Npreminin - New to gp, but what a worthwhile find
EgoRocks_2x - Sheer enthusiasm for words
Doubt41 - He keeps coming back with more
Maddyakka - Where in the world are you, my friend?

... and many, many more. After this, I won't do lists any more.

Lists are nice and interesting, yet some lists revolve circular
- over and over like some kind of recognition name game.

brownbwi wrote:

I can only speak for those that i have known for years: Mamta has been around about as long as i have and is like family at this point and i know if it weren't for her the lights wouldn't be on around here. Hugh is a great writer and has been supportive and encouraging for many years. Induce has been a friend for years and is a gem for the GP family. Everyone else i'm just getting to know again. Please feel free to send me a message or comment, i don't bite

Billy, thanks, and the respect is mutual. I have always loved your writing and artwork. You are a true poet and artist.

This has been great and I hope we can keep it going. When I posted it there was a lot of fighting and anger and hate going on in the coffee shop and I just wanted to remind everyone of all the good that is here in GP and hoped to bring us back to respecting each other instead of dissing each other. This has been a good exercise in reminding us how much we like each other and for so many different reasons.

Everyone on here is special to me for various reasons. Those who tolerate my missives to enter the slams and those who actually do enter! lol! I love you all! Every day I read poems that make me laugh, make me cry, make me think and yes even some that make me angry... but they all make me feel something real and for that I appreciate those who work hard and post poems to share with us. I wish I could be more prolific and contribute more poetry wise.

We are family! We fight, we love, we get angry, we make up but in the end we are GP! Let's remember this little post the next time we want to start a hate thread. Keep the peace!

And now to keep the names and praises flowing I will add a few more people that have made my days here brighter and more fun.

Big Bad Wolf - who makes me hungry with the great meals he describes that he cooks (LOL) and his poetry can often break my heart

jadia4708au - his gentle poems are like prayers for peace

angeroseblue - her poetry can make me blush but I enjoy her spirit and joy in life.

dav.smith - his caring spirit comes through in all his poems.

woodster - one word to describe him... Sweetie! yes, he is a sweetie!

delusional - reminds us that love of family is most important and everything else falls in place if that love is strong.

so many more and I hope we will all come back from time to time and post more names so we can remember why we are here. Peace Out!

z-bird - if it wasn't for her I wouldn't even be here today.
wordsmithwannabe - one of the finest poets we have on this site. He makes me laugh and cry.
I will name more later. I love you all.