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Autumn's Gown

I sketched with pen the outlines of clustered naked trees With brush in hand I painted with care and utmost ease. Outpouring of emotions on canvas splashed in hues With freedom of expression I shed away my blues A captivating picture – the flair of ardent muse. The yellow, red and orange mixed well with mauve and brown With eager strokes I finished and called it Autumn’s Gown. --------------------------------------------------------------------- 10th September, 2014 Contest: One Autumn Day (7 lines) Sponsor: Poet Destroyer A Placed: 7th

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Line Gauthier

Date: 2/4/2018 1:58:00 PM

Lovely read, Paul - makes me want to reach out for my watercolour paints.

Paul Callus
Date: 2/4/2018 2:51:00 PM

Thank you, Line; wish I had more time for painting...my brushes must be dying for some fresh air!! Regards // paul

Len Gasun

Date: 12/31/2014 3:27:00 AM

This is such a very splendid Autumn's gown and poem my very dear friend, Paul! Hugging this one. You did it so well, too and I like it so much-to my treasure list. TYTYSSM. Many congratulations on your win as well! May I also take this chance to say thank you for your precious time reading my work, your encouraging/inspiring comments and everything. More blessing to you! Happy, happy New Year! I wish you all the best! love lots and big hugs, Leonora

Paul Callus
Date: 12/31/2014 1:27:00 PM

Many many thanks Leonora! You are so sweet and kind:) I love reading your work and enjoy it every time that you stop by to read mine. You deserve all the best; may the new year bring you joy, and may your muse always stay by your side. Hugs /x/ paul

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 12/28/2014 11:20:00 PM

and third time seeing it is the charm. CONGRATS!!!

Paul Callus
Date: 12/29/2014 5:54:00 AM

Thank you Andrea. Your entry is very deserving of its very top placing. // paul

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 12/28/2014 6:28:00 PM

Paul, Thank you for commenting on my comment. I want to take this time and wish you a wonderful New Year. I'm making this my year of new hopes and new opportunities. I have a good feeling, 2015 will be one of Poetry Soups Brighter and Better Years. Sending warm hugs. Always & Forever Linda

Paul Callus
Date: 12/29/2014 5:57:00 AM

So pleased to feel the positivity in your writing tone, Linda! May 2015 offer you bright prospects and peace of mind. Hugs paul

Barbara Gorelick

Date: 12/28/2014 5:49:00 PM

You are an artist with words for sure. Lovely. BG

Paul Callus
Date: 12/29/2014 6:25:00 AM

Thank you Barbara; I enjoyed your lovely entry, too. Take care. // paul

Kayod5 Kayode

Date: 12/28/2014 11:27:00 AM

One word Comes to mind,excellence, congrats Paul...huggs

Paul Callus
Date: 12/28/2014 3:58:00 PM

Thank you Kayode. I am pleased for you, placing so high on the list. Well done! hugs // paul

Jan Allison

Date: 12/28/2014 10:58:00 AM

Dropping back with my congrats Paul:-) Hugs jan xxx

Jan Allison
Date: 12/28/2014 3:58:00 PM

Thanks Paul I do appreciate your feedback:-) hugs jan xx

Paul Callus
Date: 12/28/2014 3:56:00 PM

Thank you for revisiting with lovely congrats, Jan. Enjoyed your beautiful entry...such colourful imagery! Hugs :) // paul

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 12/28/2014 10:07:00 AM

Congratulations, on your win. Many enjoyable Autumn poem. Stop by my latest blog "Autumn's Gown" if you'd like. Always & Forever ~LINDA~

Paul Callus
Date: 12/28/2014 3:43:00 PM

Thank you Linda. Have just been on your lovely blog. The Autumn Gown picture is beautiful. Take care. // paul

Timothy Hicks

Date: 10/24/2014 11:27:00 AM

I felt like a movie was playing in my head - the dialogue of a painter in real time. Andrea is right... a beauty she is.

Paul Callus
Date: 10/26/2014 7:41:00 AM

I am so glad you enjoyed my autumn's gown, Timothy! I find your comments most encouraging. Thank you. // paul

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 10/4/2014 11:30:00 PM

I don't believe I saw this beauty yet, Paul. Love the metaphor of this one.

Paul Callus
Date: 10/6/2014 9:52:00 AM

So pleased with your repeat visit and positive comments, Andrea...in fact you did visit before and I'm glad you confirmed your opinion on this poem. Thank you. // paul

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 9/25/2014 9:21:00 PM

I love the way your poem sings its way into a stunning crescendo! Outstanding writing Paul!

Paul Callus
Date: 9/26/2014 2:40:00 PM

Many thanks, Connie....your comments too sing their way to my heart! Have a lovely weekend. // paul

Charmaine Chircop

Date: 9/23/2014 10:07:00 AM

I love that Autumn Gown.It would make such a lovely painting in my hall: ).When I read this I didn't see just autumn colours,but I could sense and feel the mixture of bright and mild colours,as such is life with all its highs and lows.That freedom of expression is indeed a healer to our blues and a voice to inner joy.A spectacular poem in hundred shades of Fall.Indeed an artist of words ,Paul.

Paul Callus
Date: 9/25/2014 10:35:00 AM

Hi Charm...you comment with words which have a poetic feel to them...as if you are still enjoying the lingering taste. Thank you; you encourage me no end! I can imagine you in a long autumn evening gown:) // paul

Laura Breidenthal

Date: 9/22/2014 2:59:00 PM

How very lovely. enjoyed this vibrant and descriptive piece. : ) Way to paint with words. Always, Laura

Paul Callus
Date: 9/22/2014 3:43:00 PM

Thank you Laura! As always, your comments are lovely and encouraging. (love your avatar with the mysterious touch!) // paul

Charlene Wilcox

Date: 9/21/2014 8:22:00 PM

I Enjoyed Your Poetry very much so friend.You have a unique style when Your writing....I hope I can learn to be as good...

Paul Callus
Date: 9/22/2014 8:38:00 AM

Hi Charlene! Lovely to have you stopping by and lavishing praise on my writing! You are too kind....but I do appreciate every word:) I am sure that you too have a silver pen that can work wonders. I hope you are enjoying your stay on soup! Take care. // paul

Ana Espinola Collins

Date: 9/21/2014 9:54:00 AM

A sure winner Paul...beautiful poem...I especially love your creative end - Autumns Gown...take care :) Ana

Paul Callus
Date: 9/21/2014 2:47:00 PM

So glad you liked this poem, Ana! Thank you for the faith you have in it! God bless. // paul

Harry Horsman

Date: 9/18/2014 10:59:00 AM

wonderful visual poem,,with so much feeling,,,love this,,,

Paul Callus
Date: 9/19/2014 4:30:00 PM

Thank you Harry! Your comments are both positive and encouraging. // paul

Sara Kendrick

Date: 9/16/2014 5:05:00 PM

A beauty that you have painted within these lines.Reads like a winner to me..Way to go..Thanks for the visit to my page...Sara

Paul Callus
Date: 9/17/2014 1:19:00 PM

Glad you enjoyed it Sara; thank you for stopping by. Take care. // paul

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 9/14/2014 11:03:00 PM

Everyone seems to agree, this one is GORGEOUS!!

Paul Callus
Date: 9/15/2014 3:28:00 PM

Love your feedback, Andrea!:) Thank you! // paul

Kelly Deschler

Date: 9/14/2014 2:50:00 PM

You are quite an amazing artist, Paul! These beautiful images of autumn just rise up off the page as you describe them so vividly. This is a lovely poem that should do very well in Linda's contest. Good luck to you!

Paul Callus
Date: 9/15/2014 3:26:00 PM

Thank you for the lovely comments, Kelly! You are too kind...but I appreciate every word!:) Hugs // paul

Joseph May

Date: 9/14/2014 1:42:00 PM

This is beautiful Paul.....well penned

Paul Callus
Date: 9/15/2014 11:19:00 AM

Thank you Joseph; both visit and comments are appreciated. // paul

Maurice Yvonne

Date: 9/14/2014 12:47:00 PM

Beautiful I added this to my favs. You are already on my list of favorite poets.

Paul Callus
Date: 9/15/2014 11:26:00 AM

Thank you for the visit and the fave, Maurice; you too are already on my list of fave pots. You have brought a breath of fresh air to soup! // paul

Thvia Shetley

Date: 9/14/2014 12:01:00 PM

I haven't painted in so long and autumn is such an inspirational place to start again! I enjoy the flow of this and true rhymes.

Paul Callus
Date: 9/15/2014 11:23:00 AM

Thank you for the lovely comments, Thvia! I have noticed that of late you started posting poems again, so why not start painting now that your muse is wide awake!! // paul

Robert Lindley

Date: 9/14/2014 9:21:00 AM

I came back to read your new writes and reviewed this gem again. Adding this one to my fav list my friend. Failed to do so the first read because I was rushed away to run an errand for my darling wife! Honey-do's take precedence over my readings and writings... Remedy now has been applied. Bravo on this gem...

Paul Callus
Date: 9/14/2014 11:18:00 AM

Thank you Robert for revisiting and for the fave; you are too kind! I do appreciate both your encouragement and support my friend. Yes, there are things that take precedence over others, and one of them is keeping our better half happy! // paul

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 9/14/2014 7:34:00 AM

Captivating painting of words supreme! Impressive imagery, dear Paul! Excellent!

Paul Callus
Date: 9/14/2014 8:36:00 AM

Thank you Demi; your comments and lovely adjectives have made my day! // paul

Brenda Meier-Hans

Date: 9/13/2014 9:39:00 PM

Very beautiful Paul. I felt as if you painted a poem. Amazing. At one point I thought stop, is he a painter or poet.

Paul Callus
Date: 9/14/2014 6:11:00 AM

Ahhh! Brenda...you have the gift for words!:) I love it!! Thank you! As to your last remark....you are not far off the mark as I enjoy doing both, though now-a-days I find little time to paint. Hope you're having a lovely weekend. // paul