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A Gift of Love

She came one day out of the blue
A cockatiel in search of love
And filled our life with utmost bliss
The perfect gift from far above!
But then one day an ill wind blew 
He called her back to pastures new.

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© 21st June 2023

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Valsa George

Date: 6/25/2024 6:00:00 AM

When a bird comes unexpected into our house, we feel it a bliss. After we begin to love it more are more, if it flies away, it is pain. Dear Paul, I wonder how you felt. We don't have cockatiels here. Instead we have a bird with a tuft on the head. We call it bulbul. A lovely little poem. I see this is a winner. Congratulations!

Paul Callus
Date: 6/25/2024 1:00:00 PM

The loss of a pet leaves a void and a pain, Valsa. Cockatiels are clever and make delightful pets. I don't think we get any bulbuls in Malta; I read that they have melodious tunes. Thank you for stopping by, my friend. Regards // paul

Joanna Daniel

Date: 7/6/2023 9:54:00 PM

Wonderful, Paul, a story of a lovely bird in six lines, beautiful, congratulations:)

Paul Callus
Date: 7/7/2023 2:53:00 PM

Thank you, Joanna. I could write a book about this adorable pet! Doing it justice in a mere 6 lines proved to be quite a challenge! ~ Regards // paul

R J. Elless

Date: 7/6/2023 3:32:00 PM

Paul, Congrats on Your POTD. Better to love and lost. Great meaning, such is love. Have a great Day.

Paul Callus
Date: 7/7/2023 2:37:00 PM

Thank you for your feedback, RJ. Pleased to make your acquaintance. Regards // paul

David Drowley

Date: 7/6/2023 10:37:00 AM

Paul, Congratulations on your win. Like the cockatiel, your poem was a perfect gift.

Paul Callus
Date: 7/7/2023 1:28:00 PM

Thank you for your lovely comment and congrats, David. Regards // paul

Gary Radice

Date: 6/30/2023 12:08:00 AM

Pets are more than just 'pets' aren't they? They become part of our lives and part of us. They mean so much to us; something which comes across in your gentle and heartfelt poem Paul.. Life is a prize that is given but then taken back. I bet there was a big empty space when Lucky died. Cheers - Gary

Paul Callus
Date: 6/30/2023 2:02:00 AM

Thank you for the lovely, insightful comments, Gary. That's life; we are afforded the luxury of joyous moments, but nothing comes totally for free!! Regards // paul

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 6/28/2023 1:24:00 PM

A gift for a time…reminds me of Mary Poppins…she was brought by the wind and left in similar fashion, when no longer needed.

Paul Callus
Date: 6/29/2023 1:36:00 PM

[Sorry, forgot to reply to this yesterday!] Yes, there is a similarity between "Lucky" and Mary Poppins. We've had numerous lovely/loving pets, but none can surpass her. ~Regards // paul

Sotto Poet

Date: 6/25/2023 4:36:00 PM

These lines, Paul, have given me great pleasure! Your poetry is both delicate and serene, and as one reads further, your words are felt in the heart. It is truly a splendid work of art.

Paul Callus
Date: 6/27/2023 9:21:00 AM

Thank you for the delightful feedback; I can assure you that it is much appreciated. ~ Best regards // paul

Lisa Ricci

Date: 6/22/2023 2:34:00 AM

Good Morning Paul. Hi. I see so much beauty within your entry and title too. Your entry is soft quiet gentle and as the reader reads on your words are also felt. This is wonderful poetry. Thank you for sharing your poetic talent. Have a wonderful morning and day. Blessings (smile)

Paul Callus
Date: 6/22/2023 4:56:00 AM

Your reaction and complimentary comments are truly cherished, Lisa. Thank you for your kindness and generosity. Warm regards & blessings // paul

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 6/21/2023 12:19:00 PM

I saw your photo and thought I would comment, but I fell and found myself in what we call the hospital. After two days of tests (at least they are good at that) I was roughly discharged. Still, I have a little pain and too large effects of antibiotics. Love lost is a great theme. I like the short poem. Best of luck.

Paul Callus
Date: 6/22/2023 5:01:00 AM

I am truly sorry about your mishap, Victor. I'm afraid the standard of our main hospital has gone downhill these past ten years, and the promise of upgrading the older ones was just a cheap gimmick. I hope aches & pains will soon leave you in peace. Best regards // paul

Ilene Bauer

Date: 6/21/2023 11:48:00 AM

A touching and very beautifully written poem, Paul!

Paul Callus
Date: 6/21/2023 12:12:00 PM

Thank you, Ilene. We've had (and still have) many pets in our family, but "Lucky" was very special because SHE found US. Regards // paul

Anil Deo

Date: 6/21/2023 11:44:00 AM

O pets! Like our kids ... They break our hearts ink because they had become adorable first! Shalom shalom ( I loved/ needed this poem)

Paul Callus
Date: 6/21/2023 12:10:00 PM

You are absolutely right, Anil; children & pets bring love, happiness, but also sadness. Regards and peace, my friend // paul

Brenda J. Joyce

Date: 6/21/2023 11:33:00 AM

Enjoyed very much! Thanks for sharing

Paul Callus
Date: 6/21/2023 11:59:00 AM

Glad you liked it, Joyce; Thank you for visiting my poetry. Regards // paul

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 6/21/2023 11:28:00 AM

Hello Paul, oh this is a lucky gift. Regards |Darlene/

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 6/21/2023 3:59:00 PM

Hello Paul oh I am sorry to hear of her passing. What was her age? Regards\ Darlene/

Paul Callus
Date: 6/21/2023 11:58:00 AM

It certainly was a most lucky gift (in fact we called her Lucky); her passing away left a big void in out life. Thank you for reading and commenting, Darlene. // paul

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 6/21/2023 9:53:00 AM

- A surprise gift...it found a happy home :) - Lovely :) - hugs

Paul Callus
Date: 6/21/2023 11:39:00 AM

Gifts are appreciated, but surprise ones have something special about them. Thank you for stopping by, my friend. :) Hugs // paul

Heidi Sands

Date: 6/21/2023 6:22:00 AM

Very nice. Precious time, gift of love :)

Paul Callus
Date: 6/21/2023 11:24:00 AM

Glad you like it, Heidi. Thank you for your lovely visit. Regards // paul

Sara Kendrick

Date: 6/21/2023 5:36:00 AM

Reads like a good contender to me for the contest. Way to go. Thanks for sharing this one today. Recently we had a peacock to show up at our home, stayed about 24 hours then disappeared. Sara

Paul Callus
Date: 6/21/2023 6:04:00 AM

Thank you, Sara. Our cockatiel came out of nowhere; could hardly walk or eat; very few feathers; found it on the roof ~ still a mystery how it got there! must have fallen out of the sky! ~ your peacock visit must have been a lovely surprise! Regards // paul