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Jalopy

J'aime la vie…I love life, with all that it brings
Alleviating the jarring pain of potholed roads
Labour uphill, thankful for easy descents, 
Observe the rules, most watchful for red lights
Plagued at times by ailments, wear and tear
Yet, like a defiant aging car, I chug on and on.


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11th July, 2023

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Andrea Dietrich Date: 8/30/2025 9:22:00 AM Found one I missed. I guess you had missed the contest from what I read below. So sorry. It would have been a winner Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 8/31/2025 1:45:00 AM Sorry, Andrea, for giving you such a hard time!! ...but thank you for persevering. Glad you enjoyed it. Warm regards // paul

Susan Ashley Date: 11/5/2023 11:12:00 AM My dear friend, Paul, you are a classic! And your poetic verse is always a smooth ride upon the poetic page. Your metaphoric acrostic is a gem and your last line a poignant yet uplifting finale. Keep on chugging, my defiant and inspiring friend :) Your golden presence here in the Soup kitchen keeps the atmosphere bright! Warmest wishes and hugs.. ~Susan Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 11/6/2023 11:07:00 AM Thank you, Susan; your feedback is such a pleasure to read. I do my best to keep this old car on the road, and keeping myself occupied helps to distract the mind....so if you hear a chug chug chug turn round and give us a wave my dear friend! Warm regards & Hugs // paul

Jan Allison Date: 9/11/2023 1:59:00 AM aww shame you missed the slot for the contest. your poem made me smile, some days I feel like a wreck for the scrap heap lol. hugs jan xx Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 9/11/2023 9:09:00 AM Hi Jan! Talking of wrecks, you're not the only one! but I am sure that the scrap heap you mention is more in my vicinity than in yours :) Thank you for stopping by. Regards & Hugs // paul

Robert Lindley Date: 8/26/2023 11:32:00 AM So reminds me of my own past. And yes, I did own two jalopy that kept me busy. Gonna fav this one, sho' brings back sweet memories of my youth... God bless.. Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 9/11/2023 9:11:00 AM Thank you for sharing your thoughts and past experiences, Robert. The fav is also appreciated, my friend. Regards // paul

Brian Sambourne Date: 8/2/2023 7:59:00 AM So true, Paul. Endurance, chugging along is vital as we age. A most relevant Acrostic for we seniors. Be well. Keep the engine running. Cheers, Brian Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 9/11/2023 8:48:00 AM Thanks for stopping by, Brian. It is easy to slip into apathy, losing will-power, instead of moving on with determination. Best regards // paul

Judy Ball Date: 8/2/2023 3:06:00 AM LOL Paul I can relate to this one. Am getting over being hit by a car on June 7th. No broken bones or concussion but lots of soft tissue damage and being hit full front my stomach is now giving me trouble. Also lower back pain and my neck s so painful it causes headaches. But I went back to work on July 18 on modified duties and shorter hours for awhile.My boss asked how I'm feeling and I said I'm okay, I can do this. A good write my friend. God Bless, JB Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 9/11/2023 8:56:00 AM Pls excuse the late reply; life has been hectic. I am so sorry for you, Judy. Your accident could have been much worse, but you still had to suffer from shock and pain...those invisible yet unwelcome after-effects. I hope recovery has been forthcoming. Thank you for your visit, my friend ~ regards & blessings // paul

Sara Kendrick Date: 8/2/2023 2:59:00 AM I really like that last line. Aging seems to bring a determination to chug on. Thanks for sharing this one with us. I appreciate the visit to my page. Sara Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 9/11/2023 9:05:00 AM Thank you, Sara. I hope to pay you another visit soon :) Blessings // paul

Panagiota Romios Date: 8/1/2023 12:56:00 PM What a brilliant acrostic, I usually see ones that are not as deep, Contest or no, you know full well you are a winner as a writer and human being. Plus a first class gentleman. Pangie Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 8/2/2023 12:11:00 AM Your lovely, sincere feedback is always a pleasure to read, Pangie...and your generous comments leave a sweet lingering taste....thank you! ~ Have a lovely satisfying day // paul

Jack Horne Date: 7/15/2023 6:43:00 AM excellent - one that most of us can relate to here, Paul. Hope all's well with you in sunny Malta Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 7/28/2023 5:31:00 AM Thank you, Jack. I think my car needs a good service:) // paul

Bill Baker Date: 7/11/2023 4:49:00 PM Brought back memories of my past, Paul. Nice Acrostic poetry, my friend. Bill Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 7/12/2023 1:38:00 AM Pleased you enjoyed and related to my Jalopy, Bill; thank you. Regards // paul

Ilene Bauer Date: 7/11/2023 12:32:00 PM glad you wrote it anyway, paul! i enjoyed (and i'll award you first place in my book!) Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 7/12/2023 1:37:00 AM Your generosity is truly appreciated, Ilene! Thank you :) Regards // paul

Paul Callus Date: 7/11/2023 10:36:00 AM UGH ... Just my luck! Twice in quick succession I have missed the boat to another contest!! This time to Constance's Writing Challenge- J Words. C'est la vie! :) Login to Reply