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Temple of Life

I tease the fragrant petals off deep red roses fresh in bloom And strew them with gentle care on virgin matrimonial sheets Where I shall lay with loving hands my blushing bride tonight. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Author: Paul Callus ~ 4th May 2014 Contest: SIJO IN A TEMPLE Sponsor: Nette Onclaud Placing: 3rd

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Susan Ashley

Date: 4/1/2018 9:17:00 PM

Such an exquisite and impassioned poem, Paul. Your vivid imagery delicately supports the tender and amorous emotions conveyed in your brilliant write. Warmest wishes my romantic friend. ~Susan

Paul Callus
Date: 4/2/2018 2:56:00 PM

Thank you dear Susan. You never fail to encourage with your awesome comments and support. I also notice how supportive you are to other writers, too. ~ Warm regards, my friend. // paul

Julia Ward

Date: 3/24/2015 9:27:00 AM

Mmm... very nice, and the virgin bride is excited but nervous as she thinks about the night to come... The groom seems Xtra eager as he goes off into the rose garden, she thinks. ;) // Hugs, Julia, xx

Paul Callus
Date: 3/24/2015 5:48:00 PM

He wants to make sure that red rose petals will be ideal for a blushing bride! I am sure they both look forward to their special day. Hugs // paul

Timothy Hicks

Date: 10/22/2014 11:53:00 AM

Tender and delicate. Another winner! I enjoy the tender care you've woven into this. Great work!

Paul Callus
Date: 10/22/2014 1:17:00 PM

I welcome your visit and lovely comments, Timothy; pleased that you found this poem to your liking. // paul

Robert Nehls

Date: 8/1/2014 8:12:00 AM

Beautiful and gentle, Paul. Very nice image of the first night. Touched my heart, my friend.... Robert.

Paul Callus
Date: 8/1/2014 8:32:00 AM

Thank you Robert.....glad you noticed the 'gentle' feel that was meant to be transmitted through this write. The first night is meant to be something special. Have a nice day. // paul

Pandita Sietesantos

Date: 6/8/2014 10:19:00 AM

So beautifully written, Paul, with great imagery. Love it!

Paul Callus
Date: 6/9/2014 3:39:00 PM

Many thanks, Pandita! So glad you were 'touched' by my poem. cu around. // paul

Lena Emp

Date: 5/23/2014 12:44:00 AM

A works of hand for the one you love. This is so sweet.

Paul Callus
Date: 5/23/2014 6:22:00 AM

Thank you Lena, both for stopping by and commenting. cu // paul

Farhana Akter

Date: 5/21/2014 7:05:00 PM

Good one

Paul Callus
Date: 5/22/2014 2:20:00 PM

Thank you Farhana for stopping by. // paul

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 5/15/2014 9:43:00 PM

THIS was one of my favorites. a Belated congrats to you on your win.

Paul Callus
Date: 5/16/2014 11:55:00 AM

Hi Andrea....how lovely of you to return with congrats:) thanks a lot. // paul

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 5/13/2014 1:27:00 PM

PAUL , Congratulations, in NETTE's, "SIJO IN A TEMPLE " awesome contest. <3 Love * LINDA

Paul Callus
Date: 5/13/2014 2:03:00 PM

OHHH! Another of my favourites stopping by! Welcome and thank you Linda :)

Nette Onclaud

Date: 5/13/2014 12:33:00 PM

a lovingly crafted poem caressing the senses,paul... my pleasure to give you a glory trophy in my contest.. congrats and huggs

Paul Callus
Date: 5/13/2014 1:09:00 PM

Thank you Nette:) Very pleased to be on the winner's podium! I will treasure the glory trophy...a memory of one of my favourite writers. /x/ paul

Dr. Upma A. Sharma

Date: 5/13/2014 8:06:00 AM

Really a wonderful write Paul ! No match for the flow of thoughts n the pen ! Congrats on a great win!

Paul Callus
Date: 5/13/2014 9:46:00 AM

Hi Dr Upma! I so appreciate the lovely comments that you leave with your every welcome visit;) thank you! [enjoyed your winning sijo, too.] // paul

Michael Dom

Date: 5/13/2014 2:50:00 AM

Paul, this is a very passionate write. I like. Thanks twice over for your visit to my sijo.

Paul Callus
Date: 5/13/2014 9:42:00 AM

Thanks for stopping by, Michael. Glad you too enjoyed this sijo. cu // paul

Ivo Cos

Date: 5/12/2014 10:35:00 PM

Congratulations on the win, Paul. The other Siljo "Entrapped Poetry" is awesome as well! Thanks for felicitating (congratulating) me on my last win.

Paul Callus
Date: 5/13/2014 9:40:00 AM

Thank you Ivo. Glad you liked both sijos. cu around. // paul

Dr.Ram Mehta

Date: 5/12/2014 9:04:00 PM

Impressive imagery..Congratulations on the win, Paul

Paul Callus
Date: 5/13/2014 9:37:00 AM

Many thanks DR. congrats on your win, too.

Olive Eloisa Guillermo - Fraser

Date: 5/12/2014 3:34:00 PM

TEA for a treat dearie Paul... :)!!! CONGRATULATIONS.. :D! hep! hep! heeeep!! horrrray!! \\\:D ///

Paul Callus
Date: 5/12/2014 4:05:00 PM

A big thank you to you Olive_eloi :) Tea will do (and maybe a homemade muffin!). cu later. // paul

Lisa Lee

Date: 5/12/2014 2:07:00 PM

Very intimate, Awesome job, Paul! Congratulations, on your win!

Paul Callus
Date: 5/12/2014 4:03:00 PM

Thank you Lisa! your comments lift me up!!!! paul

David Williams

Date: 5/9/2014 12:11:00 PM

Paul an excellent write...David

Paul Callus
Date: 5/9/2014 12:24:00 PM

Many thanks, David. glad you like it! // paul

Ana Espinola Collins

Date: 5/8/2014 8:19:00 PM

That was so sweet Paul. I loved it :) Ana

Paul Callus
Date: 5/9/2014 2:51:00 AM

Good morning Ana; thank you for visiting and I am so glad you loved this sijo; always welcome to stop by:) // paul

Cindy Cayton

Date: 5/8/2014 3:50:00 PM

Oh, this is excellent. This is the first time I have read you. I'll be back though I am not on my PC much.. God Bless, Cindy

Paul Callus
Date: 5/8/2014 4:29:00 PM

Thank you Cindy.....both for stopping by and for the lovely, honest comments. Have been on some of your posts, and I am most impressed:) cu // paul

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 5/6/2014 11:46:00 AM

- Good luck with this beautiful poem in Nettes contest! - Words Are Not Enough - Malta Song 2010 Final eurovision feast eurovision party - A beautiful song and you have really written it - AMAZING PAUL!! - Yes, I've seen the vidio - you impress me greatly!! - (I am just a small "mosquito" .... and you a very talented poet!!) - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 5/6/2014 12:31:00 PM

- 3 rd place : BRAVO!! - Visit Norway, Paul .... it's expensive to live in Norway, but a beautiful country. - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Paul Callus
Date: 5/6/2014 12:21:00 PM

Thank you so very much Anne Lise :) Glad you liked the poem and the song. "Words Are Not Enough" was classified in 3rd place; unfortunately I missed going to Norway for the final proper!! No, you are NOT a small mosquito; you rock in your own special ways!:)) /xx/ paul

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 5/5/2014 7:57:00 PM

This is sexy!

Paul Callus
Date: 5/6/2014 8:41:00 AM

Thank you Richard! Tried as much as possible to keep it on a loving and romantic level. cu // paul

Sam Toil

Date: 5/5/2014 1:11:00 PM

Paul, your words echo across the world from your home in Malta to my home in USA. It brings back the memories, so many years ago, of my wedding night and of my precious bride that night. Thank you for the reflection. Peace...Sam

Paul Callus
Date: 5/5/2014 3:08:00 PM

Glad it brought you pleasant memories, Sam. Thanks to internet, we can pass on our thoughts so quickly and efficiently to all parts of the world! cu // paul