Thanks, Mary. Oh, I couldn’t agree more, Willow is an exceptional lady and gifted writer. She’s a kindred spirt to me, we seem to agree on a lot of things going on it the world. That sounds like her, telling you Survivorship deserves a capital “S”. She is an amazing erotica writer. I was floored the first time I read one of her erotic writes. I totally agree my friend. Appreciate you.

Damian

Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, Duende. So glad you enjoyed the interview my friend. She does deserve to be in the SpotLight. She is all the things you say she is, but I obviously I don’t need to tell you that. I’m glad these interviews make you smile my friend, that makes my heart happy. I appreciate you too.

Damian

Willow underestimates her erotic prowess. Such humility! I love her poetry, and I’m confident that she’s already established her legacy. She’s a feminist on the front line. Her sword is the pen. She tackles the tough stuff that many shy away from.

A really good interview, Damian

You have no idea how often I hit that bookmark & then cuss like my sailor uncle when it doesn’t work…again. Consider it in my damn book though! You ask questions in these that make us pause & really think about who we are & why we are who we are. Such an incredible thing! Thank you for selecting me for the Spotlight before the lights went out Underground. New chapter…I look forward to where you take us next, my friend

And to the ladies in the comments…thank you doesn’t even cut it. 🧡

Fight the norm, fuck the laws. Push the agenda. Always!! Great piece Damian.

Powerful and poignant.

True opportunity only knocks once! Nice write, Damian!

Daniel

A powerful write, Damian.

Excellent piece of poetry Damian. Fantastic!

How long will it take to figure it out? Some get it quickly. Very nice flow to this Damian.

Killer last line, Damian. Way to finish a fine piece such as this.

Daniel

I always tell myself when feeling dark try being the light for others. I think if you are showing care toward people that can bring the light back.

Great ink

This was such an awesome piece. Thanks Damian for the opportunity. You’re a great friend

I think I said this before, but I love the back-and-forth banter between you two. Also, the fact that you both have so much insight in music is a perk.

Let me first say that I appreciate your testimony, Damian. I commend your bravery and affirmation. That’s not a slight on you, Keith. As both of you agreed, we all have our beliefs, and discussions like this give us the opportunity to understand each other. I’m glad it came up.

Comments on writing: Let me say that a very wise man on this site once told me to write for myself first. I think both of you guys do that, and it’s important to remember. Let me add that musicians with experience writing lyrics do poetry differently in comparison to those with minimal musical experience. There’s nothing wrong with it, but I sense both of you guys write to an intuitive beat because of your musical foundation and interest. I can feel it in many of your pieces.

As for people not placing comments on your pieces, don’t forget that you have to be a member to comment. However, it’s my understanding that reads can come from nonmember visitors. There is always a major disparity between the number of comments and reads on every site I’ve ever attended. It doesn’t piss me off. People breeze through and check out your stuff, then move to the next thing. It’s like making stupid decisions in a horror movie. That’s just what they do.

Wow, the parenting comments, Keith. That was a spanking. I get what you’re saying. I have a nine-year-old that constantly stuns me with what she knows. The tech stuff is scary. They need to be up to date, but they don’t need to live in their phones or computers. Still, I live in my computer a lot more than I used to. Social skills have suddenly become an issue for many. On another note, a bit unrelated, I’m horrified by the things people will say when cloaked by anonymity of the internet.

Keith, I love that you were influenced by cartoons… so refreshing to see that make the list. Believe it or not, I’ve actually watched some of the old Bugs Bunny toons, and I think they are brilliant. Your list of influences was exhausting. OMG. I’m always influenced the most by the last author I read… just a literary chameleon.

I’m a little surprised, considering you are both musicians, that the subject of AI didn’t come up in your interview. One of our members was actually generating AI music for a while on this site, and it was very good. I think a few other people may have picked it up. There are obviously different things this technology can provide, one being instrumental support. I noticed there was a discussion about the cost of making music.

Anyway, I loved the interview. I can see you two sitting in a bar somewhere hashing this out over whiskey.

Meg

Pills are dangerous. This piece was written with power & a great performance here. Well done!

How seductive the call of pharmaceuticals. Health, happiness, sanity.. all disintegrated by one seemingly harmless cure.
Excellent write, my friend!

I am sure he would be impressed by your ability to adapt to his style, which is not easy. This has a good flow and rapid pace

He does have a machine gun style, doesn’t he? Quick bites! It doesn’t seem to matter what style you’re using, you always manage to bring it home on point, my friend

Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, Mary. So glad you connected with the write my friend. He saw it on DU, I think he approved, if I remember right. Appreciate you.

Damian

I like this style. Reminds me of a poet I knew. I think his name was JustDave. He had a bit of this style as well. Great ink.