I am talking like this after ages, I know. Thing is something is there I feel lacking inside me. That satisfaction, maybe? Since past many days, i have been observing the silent response on my blog, not that i care for the stats. But the comments are the things which always uplifted me.
i have toiled like anything for this poetry blog of mine. I have written god knows n number of poetries by now. So, the thing is if it is not doing good now, i want to know the reason!
and yes, i am as always grateful to all my readers who have read me for all these years. I have been busy lately because of so many other things. But i sincerely want to extend my thanks to those who were there to read me!
drop your comments may be, of what you think of my poetry?!
have a great day ahead!
Your are an absolute blessing to the WP community. Stay wonderful ♥️🎊
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Hey thanks Roshni. It’s still something more I feel.
Sending love to you.
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You are splendid my dear!! Keep doing what you love because you do it very well.
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Needed to hear that. Thanks!!
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I enjoy your work. But I’m someone who rarely comments because I generally feel that I don’t have anything intelligent to offer. Just leaving a simple “great work” seems a bit hollow. But I don’t know, maybe that’s just me, and maybe others would appreciate even a brief comment like that.
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Actually, I get you. These days even I am unable to leave a detailed remark even if I am in awe of anything. Maybe a thing only?
But I get you and so yes thanks a lot.
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In life, after some years, surprises come randomly, sporadically to me, at least. Discovering your blog was a splendid one, one that I would cherish… You are gifted, talented, and your writing just touch my heart… Keep going! Not sure about those stats, but bottom line you are brilliant and I live to read what you write, always!🤗💕💟
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Okay, this made my day.
I am so touched to read your beautiful comment. Thank you for always reading me out. Means a lot!
Hugs.
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Keep going! Forget the stats and follow you beautiful soul, heart and talent! 💟
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Yeah, but there needs to be someone who is reading me. Jeez! Thing is I used to do better than this.
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I am reading and I am loving it! 😉💟
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🙏🙏
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I adore your poetry and you. Keep writing!! ❤️
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Really? I thought you forgot me.❤️
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Never. I have been so swamped with trying to get organized for moving, I’ve been a bit lax when it comes to commenting. I’m sorry. 😦
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It looks like it’s a fad, everyone including me has been on a lax! That’s the reason I wonder now. Lol
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Well, aren’t we the trendy ones lol
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Haha. You take care.❤️
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Such a talented poetess should not be concerned with the number of comments or any number. You are talented I enjoy your poetry, don’t let the numbers decide anything. That is my mantra.
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I know. Stats are shit. Still . At the end of the day, we are humans.
Sigh! Thank you for such praises though, Ankit.🙏
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You’re welcome MVS.
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I love it, I admire it/you.
The only change is my time spent here. Not one thing has changed about how much I adore your work
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Yes!! That is so adorable.
Thank you beautiful soul.❤️
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You are so beautiful! I know the feeling your talking about all to well! You are one of the first I started reading when I got on here and fell in love! In the past few months I have been taking care of family and my son’s graduation. However, I still try to make time to get in and read even when I fail to write! I have several works in progress just not finished!
You poetry makes my heart yearn for more! Don’t give up or worry about the stats!
You have a true gift! embrace and keep doing what you do!
Thank you for sharing all that you have, You are a true gift! Lot’s of hugs!
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This made me smile.Your words certainly have boosted my heart. It feels good to know you still love to read it. And you seem to be an amazing person. I am sure now your family is doing well and so is your son.
Sending love and hugs.
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I like your work, D. You are amazingly creative with your verses.
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But you have been lately MIA? Hope things are fine!
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Thank you , D.
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Devika, who are you writing for love? Your words are your heart. Every time I read something from you, there is a connection. There are many reasons why people may not respond but “like” only. I cannot speak for them, I’ll speak for myself… I don’t comment on everything I read, when I am moved to comment or a piece makes me feel like I just have to tell the Writer how incredible it is, I respond. Sometimes, I feel as though I could be saying the same thing and I don’t like that feeling. But, having read you for at least 3 years, your work has gotten better. There is growth and that is saying a lot because I always felt you were/are a strong Writer.
The opinions of others is subjective. Write for your heart. Write from your heart. Everything else, will fall into place as it should.
I hope this helps. More importantly, I hope you find what you need from your blog. Peace, Devika.
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Yes! Truly needed.
Tre, you are one of my oldest WP friends and I am glad we still share this bond for many left without exchanging a word. With you it’s different. Your words have always uplifted my spirit.
And truly, I have valued each and every word of yours. So yes, this again makes me happy.
Thank you!
Stay blessed and love to you.
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Thank you. You stay blessed and motivated as well. No matter what you begin to think, your voice is needed here. 💙
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And calling me one of the strongest writer. Thank you dear.❤️
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In all honesty, I truly think you are one of the most talented poets I follow on WordPress, and that is saying something, because I follow a lot of great poets!
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Honored, humbled and what not!
And for a sec I thought I must have lost it.
Thank you for this affirmation.❤️
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No worries 🙂 We all have times of self-doubt and disappointment.
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❤️❤️
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You are doing great, just keep pushing!
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Thank you.
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Your welcome
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Hey my friend, you are a very talented and beautiful poetess and your work has always been very unique and with a certain poetic flair that only comes from you. We all have a life and often get caught up in life sometimes even us poets and it can affect how we write at times but we always push through and as long as you never quit and do what you love then you will always be a success, much love and peace my fellow poet and keep doing what you do!
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I think this is the first time I am getting a lengthy reply from you which once again proves that you are still there reading my poetry. So, thank you for always reading me.
Always love to hear from you, dear.🙏
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Yes this is my first lengthy reply to you but yes I really do enjoy your poetry, it’s very deep and sultry and with lots of heart. Like I said, you are vert talented and please don’t ever stop writing my dear friend and poet, much love and peace!!!
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I will not stop writing, but as I said before I always need some hope or something. Well today reading that you all actually enjoy my words has definitely moved me to an extent.
I am grateful to you, surely.
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I can certainly understand that and thank you for sharing your gift and words with us. You’re quite welcome!
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MVS, I am always delighted to see a post from you. I haven’t been as active on WP, but I make time to read your words, because they always spark something inside of me. Please keep writing! I am a fan of all of your poetic styles, as they truly inspire me to dig deeper and decipher your metaphors. Sending lots of love 💓💓💓💓
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Thank you Rulla. I used to wonder where all my dearest friends have rescued to. And there it is! Apparently, everyone is busy these days.
Love and peace.❤️
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You know how life is, everyone travels their own path. It’s unfortunate.. much light to you my dear ♥️
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So, I was looking to see what I’ve missed and posted to your previous post. I hope you are well… Virtual hugs if they help! God bless…
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If you still read me, thanks a lot.
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I do… I do… You’re most welcome, and it is my pleasure!
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Hello darling soul!
I’m sorry to hear about this! I’ve noticed a similar trend over on my blog too… less likes and less comments. I attributed it to a combination of the time of year and my own rather bout of darkness….
you are always a delight to read. Perhaps a break is needed? Hardest part is keeping in mind why you write. I took one last week and will most likely keep taking them sporadically as I deal.
Keep being true to you and those that matter will appreciate your soul vibes. Peace ♥️🌸
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I am new to following your poetry, but find it rich, dark, luxurious and beautiful. Also, inspiring.
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Yes, it is dark for most of the times. I. Guess that’s the essence of my poetry.
Thank you and welcome to my blog. 🙏
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I truly enjoy reading your poetry! Combinations of personal verse and antique photos are thrilling! Thank you! 🙏🏼 One of my favourite lines is ‘i am wild now.’
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Thank you for remembering that line. So touched.
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do not worry dear poet ~ your words are as inspiring as ever ~ always anticipated and inviting xo
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Thank you
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Your poems all have the same voice. It is your voice, but it never varies. Variety is the spice of life. You use a lot of body imagery, uncapitalized words. The patterns are all the same. It’s really, really good–but even really, really good stales if repeated too many times.
I recommend trying to write in a different voice, with different word selection and different literary mechanics.
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But what about the genre? Like Sylvia platy was a confessional writer only. Dark poetry through imagery is my thing. Earlier I used to write romance also, but often it doesn’t click me.
Let’s see what can be done.
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You have staked out a niche in your genre, it doesn’t seem that dark to me, I think it’s good in technicality, technical prowess with words and English structures, and you’re definitely a stand-out. (Your follower count and Like count should be an indicator of that.) I still see some romance in your bodily imagery to this day!
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I wonder why there are no likes or a comment on your blog?? No one reads you??
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I agree with many comments. You are such a brilliant writer, I too hesitate to comment because I don’t want to sound repetitious. Your work definitely deserves true awards! Never doubt yourself again; you are just too good for that thought.
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Omg! Such high appreciation.
I think you can repeat your comments if you want to, I always cherish that.lol
And thanks a bunch for staying in touch.
🙏🙏
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Okay..I have read other people comments…they are all praising you.you know that I adore your poems a lot..and you are one of the poet I look upto.So I don’t want to be rude but I want to be honest.Previously when I read your poems ,initially I didn’t understand the lines,then I read with heart and with brain.Then I was in aww of your thinking and imagery.I always love that process.The depth you write with word play.What I felt recently is the poems lack that depth,I mean it feels like you are writing for the sake of writing maybe.Don’t get me wrong I always comment on your poems whenever I get time ,but I never miss your poems.But when I am spellbound..I always acknowledge that in comments..and you knew it.Recently I am not getting that high,maybe because you are not putting all the heart or I don’t know maybe it’s me.But recently I somehow not finding that magic in your poems…missing the heart in that…if that makes sense I am happy…sorry if I am rude..I just want to tell my opinion
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Also sometimes I feel redundant…maybe I read your poems a lot than others..
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You are so talented in this art my dear friend …it is impossible to do justice with any comment. I personally fear sounding redundant as I seem to have one of the 3 responses every single time I read you – ‘Incredible!’ ‘Beautiful!’ “How do you do this?’ – I just decide not to comment when I am stunned with one of these, maybe I should. I do not have the capacity to appreciate your metaphors with more words, usually I am left impressed by the feeling they convey. You are admired and appreciated – that is the truth 🙂
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So all of my friends are stopping to comment just because they feel they will create a chain of monotony. Hmm. Now what to do?!
Lol.
No pragal, you are always welcome to even leave that beautiful (if it is) on my poems. I always enjoy to read beautiful words from a beautiful lady.❤️
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Haha, it was truly my dilemma that I might not sound authentic 🙂 But I realize that my not commenting does not convey to you my true reaction. Even if it is the same word, I do mean it.
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It’s always bang on. Too rich with words and emotions.b
But I guess, WordPress behaves like a marketplace at times. If you give less , you get less. Otherwise you are excellent. Republish your posts . Many times people miss. You are very frequent writer. So fresher posts keep building.
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I guess there is a monotonous tone in my work maybe? Ah but thank you.
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Yeah , melancholy . Your words paint the same painting with different colours at times. Pose is different but expression is same. Maybe , an introspection of reality or change in reality will make you more conscious writer. But don’t let that consciousness take the flavour out of your words.
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Keep writing D!!!
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Devika, you’re one of the few spectacular writers on WordPress, that I read, who truly sketches life in it’s utter true forms.
Your poems are truly a master piece, I mean I would be ecstatic if I could write even half of what you write!!
And for the comments, at times I don’t comment for others have already commented something similar already.
Rest,
You’re a talented writer Devika, all the very best for the upcoming poetries.
And do not worry, people love your writings, I love them too!❤
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Thank you Shivani. Your comment is very dear to me.and the kind of love you show on my poems is just too much for my heart to take in.
I genuinely do not care about the stats but yes thanks for this girl.
Sending love and ❤️.
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First a warm greeting to my awesome wordsmith sister. You’re one of best poet here on this platform and among few i honestly read and follow from the day i active here( you know😋) Its always a pleasure to read your poetries & have you here with special bond.
Forget about stats, your poetries are beyond the numbers games.
Keep writing, smiling and take care.
Have a great weekend ahead with lots of love and lights✌😊💐
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Hey my brother.
Thank you for uplifting my mood.
I might take a break I just dont know.
And I am happy if you have always read my words and appreciated.
I am so grateful to you.
Thank you.
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Your poetry is (hands-on) great. I don’t think that your poetry has something to do with the less traffic. Maybe, like youself, the other people have also been busy.
Also, I have been in your place. Actually, I am right there. However, contrary to you, I don’t write that good, so traffic is something I have come to realize won’t be much. While that comment-upliftment you were talking about, that doesn’t seem to have happened. And look where I ended up – I haven’t written a post in ages.
Having said that, blogs these days work on the barter system and reading each other blogs and leaving comments is one way of doing that. So, there’s that.
Anyhow, keep writing your amazing poetry. Take Care. 🙂
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Yeah. I get that now.
Still I am planning now maybe I need a break or something. Thought your words have encouraged me a lot.
Thank you.
Love reading you too.
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Please don’t give up on blogging, WP and writing. A few suggestions would be, post uplifting quotes with short comments by you. Reblog poems you’ve read and loved. Write Haiku or Elfchens, they are short and fun to write. Take Jo Hawks Writing Daily Challenge. It has reallly helped me to write something everyday – even if it’s just a sentence! Remember you only fail when you give up!
Xoxoxo
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Devika, Needless to say, that your poems are soul-stirring and bring joy to my soul. I may not read your poems daily but I make it a point to read them with all my heart and when I have ample time on my hands. Cause I don’t want to rush read them and lose their beauty in a fleeting read. Now I know we all care about stats one way or other and they matter to us little or more. My stats have also gone down since I have started publishing more than writing poems based on the prompts. But I know I can only do so much. So cheer up my favorite poetess and get ready to churn out another timeless beauty. Love and hugs, Megha
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Actually, there are so many other things so true. We can write only on limited platforms, there are so many other submissions pending for me. And at times it just gets on my nerves. So yeah now m okay with it. Can’t please all!
More power to you.
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Ur every poem is soul touching ♥️.
#keep writing #keep motivating us
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Thank you Arun. Means a lot.
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I believe that you just leave people speachless!👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
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I hope so.
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Trust and believe me….
All of your words are like… how can I put it?
there like hieroglyphics that you have to piece together…
but in a easier way of course…
it’s the type of art that you have to read over and you want to read over…
and adictive…
and I just honestly…
just show my support to some poets by liking…
but with you its like damnnnnn….
how can I not…
I can go all day trying to discribe…
but I don’t have rocket fingers… 😂
please just keep writing!✌
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Okay, so this is the best thing someone told me. Like literally it helps a lot to stay insane.
I am so touched.
🙏🙏🙏
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insaine is the new awake!
remember that…. and you know I fully endorse ya.. keep it comming on that good alphabet train👌👌👌👌👌👍👍👍☝👍👍
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Me personally… I’m a fan… ya…
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Means a lot to me.
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I hope so… lol
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When I decided to read my fellow followers blogs after a long time I choose you because be it’s in Instagram or in here I always look forward for your words and poems….don’t be in a dampened mood it’ll rise again…
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See, that’s what I needed. Thank you. Truly appreciate if you read me even a bit.
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Same goes with me… Especially when it comes to comment on my writing
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Your poetry is life-changing to me, like I always say. You’re a fearless writer Devika & that’s what makes you my favorite! I haven’t been as active on WP as I’d like to be lately & I hope I can get back here soon :3 Nevertheless keep writing & take necessary breaks whenever you feel the need to but trust me, you don’t lack anything. You’re so full of poetry that it amazes me tbh! There are days when I lack inspiration & that’s when I read your work and it always pushes me in the right direction.
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And that’s it. There.i know you look up to me and I feel humbled each time. Pain, life makes you write the most excruciating thing you can imagine
Thank you for being there.❤️
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Keep doing the great work.
That’s all i will add here.
Your effort shows and is a gift.
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