The Poison Pen

13 Aug 2015

The Poison Pen

Well, it happened today, and I have to say I’m just a bit excited. This uncouth, somewhat raunchy, fat bottom girl got her very first poem published in an actual publication, not just something I printed out of my garage on that old mimeograph machine.

It’s the first time I’ve ever had anything published, and I’m so glad it’s on Elephant Journal. Have you ever checked out Elephant Journal? It’s got a little bit of everything–poetry, astrology, relationship advice, healthy living, yoga–really, just a plethora of knowledge from tons of different authors. Best part is, it’s almost free. I say almost, because you can read three articles each day for free. I could never stop at three, so I bought a subscription for a mere $13 for a whole year, and it’s been some of the best money I’ve ever spent.

But without further ado, please, I’m begging you, go read, share with your friends, stay to read a couple more articles. Most of all, enjoy, as I’m hoping this is a first in a long line of published writing for me.

http://www.elephantjournal.com/2015/08/leave-now-poem/

Posted in Poetry and tagged Elephant Journal, Leave Now, poetry, published poetry

22 thoughts on “The Poison Pen”

Amy Reese on August 13, 2015 at 1:21 pm said:

Congratulations! I’m so happy for you.

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- Fat Bottom Girl on August 13, 2015 at 1:27 pm said:
  
  Thanks Amy! I’m hoping it will be a motivator to devote a bit more time to writing. lol
  
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  - Amy Reese on August 13, 2015 at 1:30 pm said:
    
    Absolutely! This will be one of many. I checked at the Elephant site. It looks really cool. They say have a readership of 24 millions per month. That’s awesome! You’ve connected with a great one!
  - Fat Bottom Girl on August 13, 2015 at 1:45 pm said:
    
    Thanks so much Amy!
tom on August 13, 2015 at 1:56 pm said:

Congrats. See you as a guest on late night TV

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GG on August 13, 2015 at 1:57 pm said:

Fantastic! How exciting for you. Congrats!

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- Fat Bottom Girl on August 13, 2015 at 2:30 pm said:
  
  Thanks!
  
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Ned's Blog on August 13, 2015 at 5:13 pm said:

After reading it, it’s easy to understand why your poem was included. Beautifully crafted — It evokes images, emotion and truth. Well done, my dear 😉

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- Fat Bottom Girl on August 13, 2015 at 5:45 pm said:
  
  Thanks so much Ned! Means a lot coming from you. 🙂
  
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Dan McGaffin on August 13, 2015 at 7:44 pm said:

Reblogged this on Writings From Dr. Oolie's Pond.

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- Fat Bottom Girl on August 13, 2015 at 8:36 pm said:
  
  Thanks so much Dan!!
  
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  - Dan McGaffin on August 14, 2015 at 5:41 am said:
    
    You’re welcome. 🙂
frontrangescribbles on August 13, 2015 at 9:36 pm said:

Great news. Congratulations! When you are you doing a poets tour?

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- Fat Bottom Girl on August 13, 2015 at 9:38 pm said:
  
  Lol. I didn’t even know there was such a thing!
  
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  - frontrangescribbles on August 13, 2015 at 9:56 pm said:
    
    Het be a trailblazer and start one. If you make a stop in CO I will buy you a drink after the performance.
  - Fat Bottom Girl on August 15, 2015 at 6:34 am said:
    
    I’ll just come and read you a few if you’re going to buy me a drink! Lol
Lucia Maya on August 14, 2015 at 4:01 am said:

Congratulations! So exciting! and nice to see your face too…

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- Fat Bottom Girl on August 15, 2015 at 6:33 am said:
  
  Thanks Lucia!! I was hesitant about the photo since I had only posted a full face photo one other time and I ended up taking it down.
  
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Jack Chaser on August 14, 2015 at 12:52 pm said:

No one is more deserving of being published than you. Truly one of the most dedicated writers I have ever known.

You have earned all the accolades you will receive

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- Fat Bottom Girl on August 15, 2015 at 7:03 am said:
  
  Thanks, I appreciate that!
  
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Stuck on December 4, 2015 at 10:49 pm said:

I’m catching up after a long time away. Good for you! Brava! Kudos! Well done! Publication is AWESOME, sister! Way to go! xoxoB

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- Fat Bottom Girl on December 7, 2015 at 7:59 am said:
  
  Thanks!!
  
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