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I appreciate the responses ya'll.

A pleasure to read, Aatheera.

Knotted work-boot laces diverted past
loop-holes clogged by Armani and Italian leather.
Minivans in traffic jams
on the limousine packed beltway...
workers scrounging for coins taking it's toll
as lawmakers are escorted 'round the booth.

Polishing marble floors scuffed by
lobbyists dragging heels in the capitol halls.
Unpaid lunch break doctor's visit...
out-of-pocket treatment leaving little dough
for evening bread, while freeloaders
eat cooked alive crustaceans and sip fizzy wine
after a toast to cutting the safety net.

Your kind feedback is appreciated, silentshadowss.

Thank you my friend.

Welcome to mingle, bamapeach.

In my experience, when seeking intimate encounter is indicated in a profile, it's usually one that seems phony. That's a turnoff for me.

If seeking intimate encounter was one of multiple options indicated in a profile that looks legitimate, that alone would not turn me off.

Personally I'm not interested in meeting a stranger for sex. My intent is to meet a compatible woman, then develop trust and emotional intimacy that progresses into physical intimacy.

In the minds of some, there seems to be an undefined deadline that certain first time experiences are expected to happen by to be considered normal. I think someone with this outlook becomes uncomfortable when encountering a person that doesn't meet that expectation. It may cause them to perceive the lack of experience as inferior or as a defect.

An inexperienced person might be more awkward at first, but even an experienced person has to learn how to satisfy the specific needs of a new partner.

No.

I don't feel a need to swear my love and pledge my devotion to a mate in front of witnesses or clergy to compel me to honor my commitment to that person.

The deference that you express for the indigenous people of New Zealand, and their rituals and connection to the natural world, comes through vividly in this poem, Ladywind.

I like the imagery you used, and I appreciate the sentiment you've expressed here, Robin.

A thorough expression of how impactful loneliness can be. Something that is relatable to many. This phrase stood out to me: "sorrowful o'clock"

Two that I haven't seen post here for several years, and I miss their wisdom, class, and humor:

dcastelmissy
Leigh2154


Several others whose presence in the forums I miss, that have been absent for a while, or have deactivated their profile:

Zero_Effected
2KidsMom
lu_rosemary
joethebricky
mzrosie
Debbie1980 aka Bunnyhops123
peggy122
Igor_Frakensteen
dreamerana

Thanks for checking it out folks. This one was just a bit of fun.

Terrance Shilrane

I thank you for your kind feedback, Robin.

Thanks for your thoughtful assessment, Tammy.

Your kind feedback is appreciated, Aatheera.

Thanks for reading and commenting, Storm. I'm glad you enjoy what I share.