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Reticence

perched on the branches
of a high verdant tree
an introvert savours silence ~
his inquisitive mind flies
on the wings of fantasy


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A Brian Strand 
PREMIERE Poetry Contest
    Placed 3rd
Posted May 2022

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Maurice Rigoler Date: 10/5/2022 8:18:00 AM I easily relate to this poem, sir, it brings back boyhood memories when growing pains often sent me to the quiet of woods. /Maurice Login to Reply

Panagiota Romios Date: 8/26/2022 6:50:00 PM Congratulations Paul! I am sure some of us like the introvert. Love this Tanka..a fav. Pangie Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 8/27/2022 6:33:00 AM Thank you for reading, commenting and for the fav, Pangie. May you have an enjoyable weekend. // paul

Valsa George Date: 8/13/2022 3:57:00 AM The working of an introvert's mind is beautifully captured ! He prefers solitude in secluded places to the clamour of a noisy setting ! Here amid the branches of the tree, he can indulge in delightful flights of fancy ! A great image and a great poem to go with it. Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 8/23/2022 1:13:00 PM Thank you for contributing your input to my poem, Valsa. Pleased that you enjoyed it. Best regards // paul

Bill Baker Date: 7/29/2022 2:39:00 PM Congrats on the high finish in the contest, Paul. Well written Tanka and I really like how you addressed the introvert of the poem. A poet friend in Texas, Bill Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 8/13/2022 2:38:00 AM Thank you for reading, commenting and liking, Bill. Have a nice weekend! // paul

Phyllis Babcock Date: 7/15/2022 1:16:00 PM A lovely piece Paul. love phyl Login to Reply

Jennifer Proxenos Date: 7/11/2022 12:55:00 PM Alone and far from all, his secretive nature is spurred on, on the wings of his fantasy. Good luck in the contest my friend. Hugs, warm regards and blessings. Jennifer. Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 7/12/2022 3:57:00 AM Thank you for coming back for a second bite at the cherry, dear Jenny :) Warm regards & Hugs // paul

FJ Thomas Date: 6/22/2022 9:21:00 AM A wonderful thought for me. So peaceful, no stress. Hi Paul :) Login to Reply FJ Thomas Date: 6/23/2022 7:21:00 AM Sadly the back issues had the last say. Nerve damage, so even the though surgery successfully realigned the spine the pain did not leave. But I am adjusting to a far less active life, not always well, but I am adjusting lol. I still pray often, cannot do it without Him you know :) Paul Callus Date: 6/22/2022 3:08:00 PM Hi to you too dear Flo. What a pleasant surprise! [I hope you're keeping well in these troubled times...and no back problems..] Warm regards // paul

Paghunda Zahid Date: 6/15/2022 6:53:00 AM Congratulations on your win.. That really is a good poem Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 6/15/2022 2:41:00 PM Thank you, Paghunda. Pleased to have you stopping by. Regards // paul

Jennifer Proxenos Date: 6/4/2022 11:30:00 PM Hi Paul, with reference to the phrases and words within any of your deep writes you reach out and give stupendous insight to within your inner soul - congratulations on your win, truly outstanding. Warm regards, hugs and blessings. Jennifer. Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 6/12/2022 2:47:00 AM Thank you for your insightful complimentary comments, dear Jenny. Your continuous support is truly appreciated. ~ Warm regards and hugs // paul

Andrea Dietrich Date: 6/2/2022 7:50:00 PM wow, this is sure a nice entry that got you a win. Way to go, paul. Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 6/12/2022 2:44:00 AM Glad you enjoyed it, Andrea. I'm trying to make up for lost time :) Have a lovely, blessed day // paul

Connie Marcum Wong Date: 5/31/2022 9:33:00 AM I am so happy to see this wonderful poem receive a podium win Paul. Congratulations! Blessings xxoo Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 6/12/2022 2:43:00 AM Thank you for coming back with congratulations, dear Connie. May you enjoy a blessed day // paul

Greg Gaul Date: 5/31/2022 7:16:00 AM Paul, this is so patiently written with calm and concise language. Nothing forced. Congrats. Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 6/12/2022 2:42:00 AM Thank you for your positive feedback, Greg. Nice to see you back in circulation :) Regards // paul

Christuraj Alex Date: 5/31/2022 3:38:00 AM A very beautiful Tanka with a matching powerful picture.Congratulations! Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 6/12/2022 2:40:00 AM Thank you, Christuraj. Your lovely remarks and congrats are appreciated. ~ Regards // paul

Harry Horsman Date: 5/30/2022 9:08:00 PM Needs to find a world he can fit into. Just came to mind as i read this. Love it. Paul. Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 6/12/2022 2:39:00 AM Yes, Harry, and they learn to live happy and satisfied, much more than we can imagine! ~ Best regards my friend // paul

Michael Whatley Date: 5/30/2022 6:31:00 PM Lovely short, Paul! The inquisitive and introspective ironically have the most expansive perception of life pulsing through their minds Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 6/12/2022 2:37:00 AM You are right, Michael. I have been in close contact with some introverts, and i can relate to their way of thinking. They are never lonely, even when alone. ~ Regards // paul

Connie Marcum Wong Date: 5/29/2022 4:26:00 AM Alone time to contemplate is a bit of heaven to an introvert. Lovely entry Paul. I like the art that accompanies your poem too. I hope this gem rates high for you Paul. Blessings xxoo Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 6/12/2022 2:34:00 AM Thank you for stopping by with lovely comments, Connie. I hope you are keeping well, my friend. ~ Warm regards & blessings // paul

Vijay Pandit Date: 5/25/2022 2:29:00 PM Reticence well described, Paul. Best to you. Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 5/28/2022 2:17:00 AM Thank you, Vijay. Have a nice weekend. // paul

Ilene Bauer Date: 5/25/2022 12:15:00 PM you've painted a very vivid picture, paul! best of luck in the contest... Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 5/28/2022 2:16:00 AM Thank you so much, Ilene. Always a pleasure to have you visiting. Regards // paul

Alexis Y. Date: 5/25/2022 11:29:00 AM WoW! Paul, Your “ bite-size” poem said much about the wonders of the mind. A place where imagination and fantasy can take flight. Best wishes in the contest. Have a nice day:-) Alexis Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 5/28/2022 2:01:00 AM Thank you for your lovely reaction and feedback, Alexis. May you have an enjoyable weekend // paul