As they travelled the known lands, Kevin and his disciples came up against many hurdles. The foul tongued throng surrounded them, spewing vulgarities and invectives, seeking to dislodge their beliefs with a vengeance. 1
Kevin sought counsel with his followers, and after much discussion said onto them "I am going to make a final to decision, and I embrace that responsibility". He went away from them for a time to reflect and ponder upon his duty. He struggled with his decision many days and nights. 2
Left alone, his disciples continued to spread the word of poetry and decency to the masses, being received in varying degrees, from adoration to detestation. They were stoned on many occasions, with slander and personal affronts, but they kept their poise and showed the world the true face of Allpoetry. 3
After many days of travel and still no sign of Kevin's return, they came upon the small city of Ap, where they were received warmly at first. They were fed and bathed and treated with respect, but after the wine had flowed, loose lips set to waggle and crudeness blasphemy abounded. Word came from Kevin's messenger. "Let there be swearing in public. Stories with curse words are no longer required to be in the adult category, and author pages no longer have to be 'G' rated, rather closer to PG-13. They are still not allowed in the chatterbox, and any swearing 'at' someone is considered harassment". The city of 50,000 souls erupted in profanity and vulgarity. 4
The disciples were pulled at from all sides, by those who would spread the filth, and by those who resented it. Many cried out "Why have you forsaken us?" The rebukers cried out "@#^& *%#@ %$#" and they laughed with evil glee. The disciples decided to not travel alone for a while as the lands grew dark. Without moderation the filth spread to the writings and the author pages of its residents, becoming home to unspeakable debauchery. 5
The disciples were unable to stem the flow. Some fell away from their movement, unable to withstand the spiral downwards of morals and decency. The others trudged on in the belief that they could convince their master to regulate the blasphemy within their community. 6
Some days later Kevin rejoined them and brought down his final word and some semblance of goodness was returned to the land, but many disconcerted souls continued to speak their filth everywhere and they were cast out. Kevin beseeched the people saying "fear not, for I have seen the light and all will be well in the kingdom of Allpoetry".7
Author notes
this piece was written without the knowledge of any other mods, they had no part in its creation and i take all the heat that this may bring upon myself. i did put it by kevin before posting to be sure it fell within moderator guidelines. this is *satire*, maybe not good satire but satire none the less. we do not liken ourselves to the disciples in any way, we are more like the lambs among the lions.
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With all due respect, the sense of professional writing? You have to be kidding me. I spent two hours yesterday scouring the latest poems section of the site. I must have scanned through several hundred poems. And you know what, there really wasn't much in the way of "filthy" words. There also really wasn't much in the way of anything that might be called... i dunno, stone me for being judgemental, but i'll go ahead and call it. there really wasn't anything that i would call good writing. I read hundreds of poems and found nothing even remotely redeemable. No, wait, i take that back. Scott Adleman had a piece up that was ok. The rest were nearly entirely just awful. And they weren't awful because they were or were not laced with profanity. They were awful because the poets, and i use the term lightly here, obviously have never taken the time to improve their craft. On the other hand, I did catch about two hundred individuals who were obviously underaged, said so on their Author pages, and yet were listed as adult. So who are we trying to protect here?
I'd much rather see be verbs and pronouns banned from the site.
But to imply that using edgier language is somehow, unprofessional is silly, Don. Again, with all due respect. That statement invalidates, just to name a few, Charles Bukowski, Michael Mcclure, Amiri Baraka, Charles Olson, Allen Ginsberg, Robert Creely, Saul Williams, Beau Sia, Richard Wright, Eric Bogosian, David Mamet, Mark Green, Lawrence Ferlinghetti, Gregory Corso and the list goes on and on and on.
Consider the possible alternate situation. Some of us on this site are wholeheartedly offended by the proselytizing on these pages of a religion which in our view has been one of the single most destructive forces in the history of mankind. I for one would certainly not want my daughter exposed to such things at so early an age. And yet, for the most part, when confronted with said proselytization, we merely make a mental note not to come back to those pages, and move on.
We do not complain to have the content removed. We accept different strokes for different folks, and move on.
I think what were seeing here is the natural progression that takes place after the release of any repression, and it'll settle down over time. Sure there are a few who have gleefully run amok, but I think having your taste, art, and general opinions about life the universe and everything referred to as filth by someone who disagrees with you makes one a bit crazy i suspect.
But hey, that's just my opinion as well.
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As a fairly new member of the AP community (less than a year) - it's constantly clear to me that this is a unique, empowering concept that serves us on more levels than meets the eye - I marvel at the ingenuity and insight that it has taken to put this together and run. Personally, I find this creation stimulating and far-reaching - and gladly accept any hiccups that may come along with it. Surely being human is acceptable? Long live the king.
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Go O' fearless one!!
Let the flag unfurl in the light in the slivers of moonlit nights another weaver of words cast his sword O' pure rapier wit... flayling the cause, embracing the wordsmitty's flag... that in woven axioms left little doubt... here a podium in brilliance doth protest... brava
Two thumbs up!!
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great
I like the way it resembles the bible with the red letter print. Funny, you add just the right amount of humor. Keep up the good work! I'd definetely like to see more of your work. great write.
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Go to the light! Go to the light.there is peace in the light,
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hahaha! a very interesting and unique write! I like your imagination and humor! keep up the great work! definatley a very unique and interesting piece!
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Ahahaha, wtf,
As an ex disciple I must proclaim
You have way too much time on your hands.
But good luck with this or whatever no really. That. Yeah. Ahem.
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ok well i like it and all but i dont like the whole bible theme but it is still a good write
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I think i may go back to the begining and do a genesis chapter.
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Outstanding
*laughs so hard that tears stream from his eyes* Oh man.. That.. Was great.. Your opinion.. Was clear.. And I mean.. Whoo man.. I had to laugh.. Over and over.. It's always funny when someone takes something and totally changes it to adapt to another situation. Some do it well, some don't. But you, Mr. Willis, have done exceptionally well. A large round of applause is indeed in order. Had I points, I too would promote this work. For, it caused me to giggle and sniggle, until I got to the end, where I just let the laughter and the tears flow. Excellent work. It was so much real, yet.. So much fictional. It seemed as if you could actually see it happening. All the mods, gathered in one place. Journeying down the roads. And Kevin off by himself, contemplating his decision. Lying awake at night, waking up in a cold sweat by himself. A job well done. -
I don't think people really understand a thing about being a professional writer. Cuss words aren't a rebellion... they are a technique. Poets aren't about cussing... they are about passion and ideas... look over the ages.... all the masters.... and what do you see.... I'm with you on this one of course... poetry is one thing... but having indecent things on the author page is another.
As I mentioned... good, fun write.... I'm waiting for the rest of the new bible.... lol
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I have a feeling I will have a whole "NEW" testament by the time i run out of ideas on this train of thought. I agree with gozling though it is a bit weird, but so am I so I guess it is fitting. As for my stance on the issue, well im only one person, but i feel as you do. these changes have affected the site and its members in a large way. thanks for stopping by to read sir monk...peace
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You have a great sense of humor and truth. This is excellent in form, creativity and quality..... and funny.... It isn't weird at all.... I love the red writing... like in the bible.... hahaha... and yes... it does become obvious where you stand on the subject... suzi is right about that.... . And, after what I have observed on the site since the ruling, I agree whole heartedly. The sense of "common" decency.... the sense of professional writing.... has been diminished. But heck, that's just my opinion.....
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Hmm .. I think that makes me one of the evil hordes. God I love bibli-speak. It is even more offensive than "f**".
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very rarely to i use the word weird
but this was
weird
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