For those who've remained -

You deserve a big thank you and a warm hug. Come sit beside the fire and sip tea with me :)

The list is seemingly never-ending, but I would like to give a personal thanks to some particular members.

This thread would not exist without the encouragement from a special Princess, so I would first like to say Thank you to her.

Ann & Sher. Through thick and thin, you have remained on the mod team and you continue to dedicate your time to the betterment of PnQ. Even after years of what must seem to both of you lots of petty and redundant drama, you remain open-minded and fresh in your modly actions.

Joe. You deliver fairness and humbleness (and testosterone) that is much needed on the mod team and you have always been an asset to PnQ. You're also a wonderful, giving & caring friend.

Britt. Your dedication and commitment to PnQ is one in a million. Without you, I don't know where this site would be. Thanks for spending so much time working behind the scenes and on the scene every single day. It doesn't go unnoticed. I appreciate you tremendously.

Ingrid de K. Thanks for giving me much needed words of appreciation and motivation when I first became a mod. Your activity throughout PnQ is awesome, and we're lucky to have such a kind heart around.

Jad. Thanks for the endless and thought out comments on my poetry, as well as on the poetry of many others. Your activity poetically, and your kindness on the boards is without a doubt, a gift. I find your comments to be extremely encouraging, so keep 'em up!

I'll give out more tokens of appreciation after other members have had the chance to contribute.

Well I must Thank Ingrid As well for being someone true, honest and direct. I thank her a lot for teaching me a LOT about life as much as she taught me about poetry.
Thank her for teaching me that in the virtual world, some ppl are TOO fake to be true.
And no bet thank her for each tip she gave me to better my poetry.

Michael D Nalley , thank you for being yourself, a mature wise poet. With so much to give, and much more to possess .For your comments, time and no bet the poem which you wrote and left an impact in my life.

Joe, thank you for being someone true, and FAITHFUL. It's just amazing to know you!! I wish u all luck.

ABBY..thank you for all the efforts that you have been doing lately, such a very interesting lady, funny person, and a very talented poet.

I would no bet LOVE to appreciate Nicko and the poetry HE writes, thank you for being a part of this website..you have such a very unique talent! Gd luck.

Sylvia, I must say you have been doing a hard job keeping P.R active, knowing that it's such a feedback for p and q..to help us have those amazing poets in your club contributing still, and wining the weekly contest...Bless you for it.

I can't miss to thank JAD as well, who is a dear person..A poet who keeps on adding more and more beauty to the poems we get to read weekly..I'm sure you will have a bright future..keep the gr8 job!

A BIG Thank YOU for Ronald, the faithful reader :). Your poetry and lyrical stories are shining over here...Keep your gr8 work..coming!

Karla. thank you for your daily submissions..your poetry rocks, and you DO have a special style.. I am an admirer of your work.

GRAMMA..you just rock...and thank you for THAT..!

oh yes and sibyllene is someone to be very proud of when reading her work..Such a mysterious poet with much talent to show!

Thanks Brillant for being such a very gd contribution to this website..I'm glad for having u a part :P XD

I will add more later on....I do have many ppl to thank over here..!

:) How nice, I would like a cup.

Thank you for your kind words, Jane (and Nana!). It was my pleasure to help you at that moment in time. People should not be so quick to judge and so hard on young people who still have to learn:)

I would like to thank all people who stood by me through the years, who did not turn their backs on me a few years ago, when I was brave enough to speak my mind. I feel that one should never be pusnished or excluded for being honest.

I like how this place has become more friendly and to see so many more daring to participate in the threads.

Let's toast to the future!

"Thanks Brillant for being such a very gd contribution to this website..I'm glad for having u a part :P XD"

Hehe. Yes, thank you Nana for being incredibly active everywhere on PnQ. You're vivacious and colorful, your comments on my poetry never fail to leave me with a smile, and you have a great, big heart that reaches out generously to anyone.

Awww thanks Britt that was really sweet of you ~hugs~

Oh boy my list is long so I will be back in ... a while ... lol

Thanks Britt :) You've been there for me too when I needed ya. You better believe it!

Thank you Britt! Yesss we can talk for hours, you know it. :)

Melomene (Mel)
Thank you firstly for your friendship. Even though we are miles apart in distance and age I know if ever I need your help ... you are there. Even though you may not know it ... you are such an inspiration to me. I adore your unique poetry style, you have changed my ( ink )forever !!!

Bill Turner ... my Bro. Thank you for being you. Even though we have never met in person you have always been my rock, my bro, my friend.
Your poetry is hard hitting and always hold truth.

Chels ... my cyber baby girl. I still laugh when I think of our chats and how Jess would smile when he heard your name and how Josh would say your name, Chwelseeeeeee ... hahaha.
I have not only watched you grow over the years from a timid little girl to a bright beautiful woman but.... also grow in your writing.
You are amazing !!!

Rachel ... I admire you for your strength and honesty. You have grown so much in your poetic knowledge over the years. And no matter the time of day or night I know ... you are always there my friend.

Deana ... I thank you for always being a true honest friend. Your personality shines and through your writing I have learned so much.
You are awsome !

Beautiful Choas (Jenn) ... From the first time I noticed you on the boards I fell in love with your writing. Your poetry always has such sweet flow and hard hitting imagery.
I adore your ``hey this is me ... this is who I am`` like me or don`t but this is ``who I am`` ... You rock girly !

Yakari (Yaki) ... hahah see I did spell it right. Even though you don`t realize it ... you are amazing! You bring a smile to my face each and every day. You are a cup of sunshine on a rainy day.
Your poetry has blossomed so much over the last months. I am sooooo proud of you dear heart.

EvanescentMoon (Myryn) ... I remember thinking one day ``I wish more people had a heart like yours`` and it be true!
You are honest and true and gentle of heart. You are awesome !

The Princess (Nor) ... You amaze me every day with your poetry. It always holds depth and meaning. I adore that you stand up for those who can`t stand for themselves. You are as lovely as your name ... and a true friend.

Debbylyn ... You are (one) of the strongest writers on P&Q. You have natural talent. I only wish I would have the pleasure of reading more of your poetry (hint hint) .. dip that pen hun.
You have always been a dear friend and for that I thank you

Mera Luna (My Miss Luna) ... I am in awe of your talent. Your writing is beyond anything I can ever dream of. You are wise beyond your year
and (one) of the best critiques of P&Q.
You are honest and sweet and absolutely adorable.
You are amazing dear heart, don`t ever forget it !!!

Valedico (Danny) ... Another (one) of the best critiques on P&Q.
You take the time to help others develope their poetic skills. And though you have only been in RTVW a few weeks ... you are a huge asset to our club.

AngelDust (Danika) ... I adore your sweet, kind heart. You are a writing machine girly ... You have helped many see that they are not alone in this big scary world. You Rock !!!!

All Members of RTVW ...
I thank you all for being ``you`` ... for holding our club together through the bad times ... and smiling along through the good.
If it not for you guys ... there would be no me in RTVW. You guys are my heart ... and for that I thank you all !

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Knee (Nema) My Nee Nee ... Thank you for always being there for me. I will always treasure our friendship.
You hold me in awe as to how quickly you have grown in your writing and to the beauty within your words

Twisted Heart (Jeannie)
I thank you for always being there for me through the years. Your poetry always holds a deep message and has helped me through many difficult times (I miss you)

Cindy ... You have ALWAYS been an inspiration to me. You write from your heart. Many times your writing has brought me to tears.
Thank you for being there for me through the hard times.

Sylvia & Billy Rob ... thank you for keeping us updated on Cindy. You guys are awesome!

Britt ... I have known you for many many years now and have watched you grow in your poetic knowledge and writing as well.
Thank you for your help *winks* you know what I mean ... lol
and for giving me so many giggles through the years.
I had something to send you through the mail ... but the postmaster said
" No no no ... those antlers are to dangerous" lmaooooo

Steven Beesley ... The master of formed poetry. I thank you for sharing your poetic knowledge and wisdom through the years. I miss you!

Anna Stephens ... Your wisdom is amazing. Your poetry always holds depth and meaning.

Ingrid ... OMG you never fail to make me smile. I will always be known as "crazy chickie" ... lmaooooooo
You have grown so much over the years in your poetry as well as in voice. I admire that in you hun

Ann Stareyes ... I thank you for the years of friendship. You were one of the first poets that caught my attention. I miss you

Dixiedaisy ... another that I admire for her poetic growth and voice.

Silvershoes (Jane) At first I will admit I was like ... no no nope this ain't gonna work" but every day I see a sparkle of the old P&Q. It took me a bit but I began to think ... what if I were in your shoes and everyone was
scratching at my throat.
New is sometimes hard to accept ... but hell we were all new at some time weren't we?
I admire you for your courage and dedication ... when it could of been
easier to say "F******* it , this shit ain't worth it.
Keep truckin girly !!!!

Abracadabra ... Thank you for the most interesting challenge I have seen in years.

Courageous Dreamer ... Who always has helpful advice in her comments.

I know I am missing people ... and sorry if I have missed you. I know I will be reading through this and be like "OMG I forgot so-and-so"

Sooooooooo a big thank you to everyone who has been a part of my life (past or present) ...

Thank you so much for the people who have given me credit where I believe no credit is due. I will try and write one of these up and get it posted up as soon as possible. Thank you so much! Love and care.. :]

I like everyone here. This forum has become so much more active and free, full of caring, enthusiastic and generally intelligent people, that I almost don't see the point of being in my club anymore. Running this mad rollercoaster of a tournament, high on herbal tea and bananas, has really opened me up to a bunch of people I didn't know before. I highly recommend it.

Sibyllene. Thank you for being you. You're a stellar poet, a true friend, a crack up, and too many more things to mention. I adore you.

Abby. You are the epitome of someone worth counting on. You keep me mad in this sane, sane world. Like Sibs, your poetry is what poetry should be. Everything you do is ace.

billy rob. You're a wise and simple man and a wonderful contribution to PnQ in all aspects.

donaldrminikus. I don't know where to begin. PnQ wouldn't be the same without you, and I mean that in every possible good way.

Gary Jurechka and Rainbowslider... two poets that I never spoke with much at all, and I do believe neither has been active on the main boards. Ever.
But it's their poetry that caught my eye at PnQ originally, and thus I have them to thank for my presence here today. Awesome talents, both.

Kevin and Nicko. Two cheeky lads in their own right that keep me in check while remaining loyal friends that I can lean on through thick and thin. Different people, definitely, but in this small thank you, I feel I can lump 'em together ;) Both have some great poetry, but Nicko writes more often... check out their stuff.

Evanescent Moon and Princess. Thanks for keeping the mods in check and making sure we reconsider things we do so all sides receive a fair chance. I believe you 2 are great friends to those you are friends with, and that's something to be proud of.

Hellon aka Miss Take. You're a fireball and your recent presence in my PM box and in my club has reminded me of the blazing sparks there are to behold on PnQ. That you often write in formed poetry inspires me, and your honest comments humble me.

Luanne, you gave me a lot to think about in my first week or so as a mod, and I thank you for that. I also thank you for reassessing my role on PnQ and maybe thinking I'm not so bad after all. It's people that can have a change of head or heart that give me hope. Also, thanks for being such a powerful, active member on PnQ and helping to keep the site alive.

Edward D Z. Though I don't see you around as much as I'd like, your comments are wise and cunning, and your contributions encourage me to use my brain. A true poet.

Thank you Jane and Britt.

Bout BRitt being a mod. I really think many will thank you for all the things u been coping with last month. Been going crazy :P so thanks for holding on. Obviously things are better. And as a Poet, your work never fails to amaze me. Gd luck.

Billy rob..I feel ashamed that I didn't thank you YET, for every single advice you have given me before...You are a very faithful friend, and you know very well from where these words are coming ! From the other side, I am no one to praise your poetry, because you do master each single piece you want to write. Blessed*

Cindy, thank you for welcoming me b4, I will always appreciate it. You run a club that involves very talented and precious poets. And for that I bet P&Q will always be thankful. Hope you come back soon.

ChindyChong ( Cindy) you are on the top of the list. But If I wana start thanking you..I would never finish.. Thank you for being a very talented member over here, a very faithful friend. For being true, and real to your self as much as for others. thank you for being a sister and for the laughs that you never fail to give me. I LOVE u lol.

Karl, sorry for being annoying sometimes :P you are a very gr8 gr8 person. A gr8 writer with a gr8ter sense of humor. I will never forget to thank you for being a gd listener either :P.

Lostlove ..3 words : YOU DO ROCK. Esp with that lebanese part ;) :P LOL.

JEFF WEINNER ..I am not sure how many of you know this guy..I am not trying to advertise for him ...but SERIOUSLY ..if you haven't read his poetry yet. then it's a shame.. JEFFF I am sending you best wishes from deep inside my HEART.

MEEENA kerish, each single comment you make, chills me. thank you for the words you always leave for me ..i cherish you as a person as much as a poet.

JANE-thanks for what you have done, you know what I mean..Made me feel better and showed a gd mature side of you. You no bet are a gd mod who been trying to work things out. Being told how hard it is, gta thank you as a member as much as a part of this website. Yes your poetry is always unique and deep .

ok man I am tired..thanks everybody :P u know am in love with many ppl..so no need to count more..but these specific ppl didnt want them to feel that I forgot about them..cause i dnt dare. XD

I dont have many people to thank, but i will do it anyway xD

First off! NAZAA :D - you are the best girl out there. You always make me laugh, and you're always there just for a good chat. When something happens, you are one of the first people I look for to tell because I just want you to know everything and I know I can tell you everything! Your so beautiful, and talented and I'm lucky to have you as my sister. I effing love your guts girl!

And secondly: BRITT! Thanks for welcoming me into your club, and you were the one who got me to challenge myself into formed poetry, and I'm glad you did! You've helped me out with my work before, and you always encourage me to write my best! So without you I dont think I could have gotten to where I am today in terms of my writing, so THANK YOU!

and that is all xD

Man u rock Cin :P haha <3

Those who remained have the intestinal fortitude to believe this site has a spirit of togetherness that forgives the mistakes of its members unlike a god who seems to have given up on anonymity over coming animosity

They know who they are and there is no need to mention each nom de plume

I hope that the times of members being suspended for petty stuff will forever be bygones and that the valuable members still here will stay put.

Let's focus on making this a great site once more.

LOL mich that made me laugh..dnu why..God and unforgiving ? how did that fit..:P well irony fits tho :P

and Ingrid..I will repeat ur words in my prayers lol

Britt..yes too much niceness not the usual huh ? haha :P

Yes ..yes..yes very nice..i love this warm picture..all we need is chicken soup XD..such a family

-and oh but that doesn't include me..every body is close to me :P LOL

The closer we are to a star the brighter their light shines for us. May we love the guts of those closest to us, without hating the guts of the drifters?

U love to differ..and u differ to love Mich haha..if u got a word of that..!

Ah... but there is a u and an i in sunshine that few can live without

Brillant

Lol u are brilliant haha i didn't think about it, that way:P

WEll done..now they know how precious I am.. cause I am in other words " US " :P and " We"

-XD

Oh, well aren't we all just puking rainbows and butterflies around here! I would comment, but I left my unicorn tied up outside and she needs her daily glitter re-application. Cheers!

A sun that differs from drifting stars, though how many have not turned from that light?

Oh, well aren't we all just puking rainbows and butterflies around here! I would comment, but I left my unicorn tied up outside and she needs her daily glitter re-application. Cheers!

^^HAHAHA LOL.. nothing needs glittering wen am here tho :P

and NONE :P mich

Lol ya and Jane gna kill us for making this a chatting thread :P

I'll set my dragon on you!

Anddd theeereee she cooooomess...

A lesser mod would suspend us for breaking rule 2. Do not post your poems in this forum. Submit them here.

Dragons love donkeys in never never land and nothing lasts forever... May we enjoy peace in forever land XD

Shrek: [going to save Donkey] Well, I have to save my ass. Princess

Going off topic is healthy. I like to see full circles though. It's nice when the topic gradually makes its way back to the original post ;)

Unicorns, fairies, sparkles & moonbeams are ace.

Orange is HEALTHY XD ..ask britt..lol

"Unicorns, fairies, sparkles & moonbeams are ace."

Especially because they originate from Sibyllene's Magical World, eh Jane?

Eh eh ;) ;)
Precisely, little wing.

Well, it is nice to wake up at 6 AM and see everyone has had such a great time;)

My son, who is now about to turn 21, said something the other day. He has his first side job, next to his study at uni. In his job he learned something. He told me that he figured out all people are doing is trying to make the best of it, because all of us are imperfect and that, because of his work, he is seeing the people behind the masks. ( he transports expensive cars across the country and sees many "important"people)

I think he made a valid point, all of us are imperfect, but deserve to be loved and respected regardless and not excluded or ignored until they leave, or punished because of what they "lack".

We still have a great lil family here, don't we?

*sending love across the globe*

That was amazing Ingrid...who said like father like son?

Eh no..Like mother like son.. XD DefiniteLY.. I always knew he will be a smart one :P

Jeez... where to start? I'm just gonna list everyone's names since I don't have much time to do this.

Jen, Ingrid, A Porcelain Heart, Temps, TJ, Austin, Sylvia, Danny, Britt, Joe, Bliss.. I'm probably missing a few, but there's so many!

anyone else that was in Beyond a Poet's Mind... That club really jumpstarted me on my poetry. Thank you. It helped me recognize a talent I will forever appreciate.

And to everyone in PR ~ thanks for accepting me into the club when I couldn't find the right one for me. This one definatley feels like the right one.

My turn at last muahahahaha. Anyway now that I'm done with that episode. First off I would like to say I know I will not be able to get everyone in this. I appreciate everyone from your simple comments to your to the moderation to this site, and with all that being said lets begin:

Cindy-For all your help you have given me while I have been in your club and also accepting me into your special club, which I think has some of the greatest poets. Also for the times we have chatted back and forth :]

Sylvia-For all the comments that you pour over my poetry and also the pointers in some of the forms I have tried. Also for relying messages to "Phoenix Rising" when I am unable to get on or am leaving on a big trip.

Nana- Couldn't forget you :p You are an amazing poet and friend and I would like to thank you dearly for the times we have talked and also the in depth comments you have given me to ponder over

Temps(Jacey)- You know what your name is. Anyway I would just like to say thank you for the time you spend over my poetry and for talking to me almost daily. You have been a wonderful friend and encouragement to me.

Billy Rob- Thank you for your comments of my poetry and also for some of the wisdom you have passed onto me in your amazing poems.

Jane- I would like to thank you for all your wonderful poems that you have written. I have enjoyed reading each one. Also for your service to this site, being a mod, as I know it must be hard at times but you are doing a wonderful job.

Britt- Thank you for your activites as a moderator. I think this site is what it is now because of some of the sacrifices you make for this site. Also for the poetry which I find a joy to read.

Joe- Thanks for the few times we have talked and I got to know a little more about you. Also for your duties on the mod team. You do a lot of work and I find it amazing you get time to get on here and help this site.

Other Mods- To the other Mods I am not familiar with I would just like to say thank you for all the commitment you have for this site and how you have shaped it tremndously.

Beyond A Poet's Mind- For the first club I was ever a part of I thank you for accepting me and shaping me to become and better poet then when I first got on here cause I will tell you right now that my poetry sucked XD. All of you in that club were a joy to be with.

Phoenix Rising- This one is for the club I am in, Thank you everyone for all the love you have shown me and I would also like to thank you for helping me to grow as a poet and become more mature in my poetry. For the fun times we have had and all the challenges.

Abby- I don't know you personally but you seem like an awesome person and I would like to say thank you for hosting one of the best if not best tournaments.

Judges of PnQ- Thank you for all the time you spend looking over poetry to select for the weekly wins and also the choosing for the future judges. You all rock!

And to those I missed- I am sorry I have missed you and you may PM the death threats later and I will get to them as soon as possible but seriously there are tons more I would like to add but for sake of this going on forever I will end this. Thank you everyone for everything you have done.

Jad no one would forget you either..esp me. And it's always my pleeaasure JeXD
-very kind of you.

Thanks Jad.

Your welcome to all of you and all those I missed I am truly sorry and if you do indeed send the death threats I will be happy to add your name :]