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Amazing poem. It seemed to gather speed as I read it. Fabulous!

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An inspiring and motivating reminder that we are all connected in the keyboard of life, each one of us with a story to tell. I found this a wonderfully constructed and brilliant poem. Thank you for sparking the thoughts now swirling inside my head. And heart.

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I'm so grateful to you, Nan. Your kind words mean the world to me.

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You are welcome. I’m looking forward to reading more of your pieces.

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Aug 3Liked by augmented man

Oooh what poignant, powerful and provocative posts on this publication….fabulous!

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Jul 26Liked by augmented man

We are the virus they fear😁

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This is good; here is my response. It is a paradox of sorts. We are all connected, interconnected, but we are more isolated, living or (merely) existing as self-contained nodes. Nodes of Consumption.

And how free can we be if there are only two choices in a closed binary system?Where there are only a limifed number of accepted choices or responses. Such a system is maladaptive for human and non-human animals alike, and if I think about it just a little, it is malafaptive for all species.

We must never mistake speed and convenience for improvement and quality of life. As a way to achieve human potential.

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Thank you, Perry.

Your words highlight the paradox of our connected yet isolated lives. The question of true freedom within a binary system is striking, showing how it limits both humans and animals. Your call to balance speed and convenience with real progress is both timely and important.

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You paint a wonderful pas de deux between high tech and the ever present struggle for justice.

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Scott, I'm so grateful for your kind words! Your appreciation means the world to me.

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Incredibly timely, well-constructed, and passionate! Sharing!

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Thank you, Juliette. Truly appreciated!

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Jul 22Liked by augmented man

Brilliantly articulated ,groundbreaking prophecy, our reality given in such a powerful way ,almost scary to me ...

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Thank you, Irma. Your words are truly appreciated.

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Jul 22Liked by augmented man, Eva Rtology

This is what happens when poetry collides with the digital revolution. Absolutely groundbreaking and deeply moving

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Thank you so much, Caliope Z. Your words mean a lot to me. I’m glad the poem resonated with you deeply. It’s a powerful feeling to see poetry and technology connect in such a meaningful way.

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I've never felt so seen. This poem articulates the frustration and hope of online activism perfectly

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Mpho, I’m truly touched by your comment. It’s important for me to convey both the frustrations and hopes that we experience online. Knowing that it resonated with you in this way is incredibly rewarding.

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Jul 22Liked by augmented man, Didier Hope

This poem hit me like a system reboot. I've never seen our online struggles put into words so powerfully.

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Peter, your feedback is powerful and blitz schnell : )

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