[Carl Copeland]

John, this is the first site of any kind I’ve ever been active on, so things aren’t always “obvious” to me. I was hoping someone would reassure me that I haven’t been “impolite and selfish” for over two years, but no one has, and I’ve already modified my behavior. By the same logic, I should avoid extended discussions with critters, but that can’t be right, can it? In fact, I’m stealing the limelight again with this very post.

As for the rest, you seem to think I took sides in an argument where I did nothing of the kind. You’ve given me some very hard criticism at times. It’s always been sincere and almost always on the mark. That’s what I’m here for. As far as I’m concerned, you can keep on swinging.

[Carl Copeland]

Originally Posted by Yves S L

All I am saying is that the pattern of using a direct address or not at the end of the line has interesting effects …

Thanks, Yves. I get you now. As with the villanelle, it’s nice if you can get the repetends to function in different ways. Well noted.

Originally Posted by Yves S L

If there was advice it would be to dive even deeper into the world of the Ghazal …

Fine advice. I do feel myself being drawn into the world of the ghazal, and I’m happy to let that happen.

[Joe Crocker]

Originally Posted by Carl Copeland

I was hoping someone would reassure me that I haven’t been “impolite and selfish” for over two years, .

You have been neither impolite nor selfish. You have been a diligent and helpful commentator. Thank you and please carry on.

[Carl Copeland]

Thanks, Joe. I feel a little sheepish now about that plea for reassurance, but you’ve cheered me up. Just sorry I had to bump myself to the top again to say so.

[David Callin]

Here's me bumping you up to the top again to say I agree with Joe.