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Survivor

Kelli, the tribe has spoken

By Kelli Sheckler-AmsdenPublished 3 years ago 1 min read
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Survivor
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Since I wrote on algorithms my readers have increased

From just under 800 total, to 993!!

(Ok, 995-I needed the rhyme) lol

I’ve read your thoughts and comments

I’ve gotten lot’s of hearts and likes

But Still no word from vocal,

Sounds a lot like Jon McKnight

No bonus, no responses

No communication on my plight

But I noticed on my statement, my card was charged again last night

Maybe it’s true these bonuses

Are only for “new” members

And I should just stay focused

Take a breath and pull myself together

I hear others say their getting rewarded

and I'm celebrating with you

but I'd like to be acknowledged

for the things I'm doing too

That what I am writing down

means something to the one who reads it

that your publishing my work

for more than just my payment

It seems I’m not the only one

Feeling just a little bit put out

Wanting what everyone else is

Rewards- and not a hand out

Yes, I write because I love it

And My husband says “don’t quit”

But, it’s getting Kind of like survivor:

OUTLAST, OUT WRITE, OUT WIT!!!

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About the Creator

Kelli Sheckler-Amsden

Telling stories my heart needs to tell <3 life is a journey, not a competition

If you like what you read, feel free to leave a tip, I would love some feedback

Find me on twitter @kelli7958958

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