A Lovers' Serenade

Late at night
                                         on our favourite bench
                                 we sit beside the shimmering lake
                       as hand in hand we talk in mellow undertones;
           wrapped in moonlight’s embrace we kiss, a taste of burgundy lips, 
       hearts beating to the rhythm of the lapping waves – a lovers’ serenade.

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                                 Paul Callus ~ 24th December 2014 
                              Contest: Enchantment through a Prism
                                         Sponsor: Nette Onclaud
                                         (3) Moonlight Serenade
                                                  Placed: 4th
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Ward Avatar
March 13, 2015 at 5:05 AM
That's very nice - so romantic. Hugs, Julia, xx
Callus Avatar
March 13, 2015 at 12:20 PM
Pleased that you found this romantic poem to your liking, Julia! Wishing you a lovely weekend. Hugs // paul
Buil Avatar
January 5, 2015 at 1:02 PM
I love this! Indeed, I also feel like our hearts and the feelings between two lovers makes a beautiful sound of music. Great win and great poem!
Callus Avatar
January 6, 2015 at 1:00 PM
Many thanks for stopping by with lovely comments, Caleah! Glad that you enjoyed and heard the music! All the best. // paul
Mehta Avatar
December 31, 2014 at 11:33 AM
Congrats on the win and wish a happy new year
Callus Avatar
December 31, 2014 at 12:14 PM
Thank you Dr! You did pretty well yourself! All the best to you and your loved ones. // paul
Yvonne Avatar
December 30, 2014 at 5:31 PM
All the best to you and yours in the new year. Lots of Love. Armand.
Yvonne Avatar
December 30, 2014 at 5:29 PM
WOW! This is one of my favorites of all the prisms. A Fav!
Callus Avatar
December 31, 2014 at 12:18 PM
Many thanks Armand; the fav is much appreciated, so is the support you have given me these past months. I wish you all the best my friend. // paul
Haight Avatar
December 30, 2014 at 2:51 PM
Hi Paul, I am so loving your romantic poem and how you make it come to life. Big congratulations to your for your win. Best wishes to you and yours for the coming New Year. Sandra
Callus Avatar
December 30, 2014 at 3:11 PM
Thank you Sandra! I am so pleased you enjoyed this romantic poem. May you and all those close to your heart have a most positive and happy new year. // paul
Meier-Hans Avatar
December 30, 2014 at 1:04 PM
The atmosphere, the romance all shone through in this magical poem Paul. I felt as if I was there, witnessing the moment. Congratulations on your win.
Callus Avatar
December 30, 2014 at 2:21 PM
Hi Brenda! Thank you for the lovely comments. This poem has revived a forty year old memory, that occurred in Keswick, Lake District, England....the ideal place for lovers, painters and poets. // All the best to you and yours. // paul
Allison Avatar
December 30, 2014 at 11:21 AM
Dropping back with my congrats Paul:-) Hugs jan xxx
Allison Avatar
December 30, 2014 at 2:19 PM
Dad came out of hospice today so all good:-) Bitterly cold and frosty here but bright and sunny so not so bad:-) Hugs jan xxx
Callus Avatar
December 30, 2014 at 2:15 PM
Thank you Jan. Hope things are fine back home. Today we had wind, rain, thunder, hail and COLD!! The temperature has suddenly gone down a lot....the worst in the last 30 years. Still, we can't grumble...we had a long summer! Hugs // paul
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December 30, 2014 at 11:15 AM
One love,congrats on the win Paul and compliment of the season;wishing you happy new year in advance...huggs
Callus Avatar
December 30, 2014 at 2:11 PM
Thank you Kayode! I enjoyed your winning entry, too. May the new year be kind, bringing you happiness and all that you wish for. hugs // paul
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December 26, 2014 at 3:25 PM
Paul, this is a most exquisite, romantic write that has totally enchanted me!!! This is definitely a great winner and is so deserving of a solid 7! The form and imagery are outstanding! I love it, love it, love it!!! You just know how to say it!! Pandita.
Callus Avatar
December 27, 2014 at 7:46 AM
I truly appreciate your complimentary remarks and high rating, Pandita! You bring sunshine with each and every visit!:) Thank you! hugs // paul
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December 26, 2014 at 7:43 AM
As usual PAul beautifully done.. ! :) 5th line is what i like best.. :)
Guillermo - Fraser Avatar
December 27, 2014 at 8:00 AM
hahaha i Know.. :)
Callus Avatar
December 27, 2014 at 7:30 AM
Thank you Olive_eloi! That 5th line shows you have taste (pun intended!) hugs // paul
Gasun Avatar
December 26, 2014 at 2:11 AM
Wow! Exquisite poem of serenade my dear friend Paul! I love it. Thank you so much for sharing! May I also take this chance to thank you for your precious time reading my poems, your inspiring comments and everything! Sorry for being late 'coz of a health snag. But here I am, and I don't want to miss you with my warm greetings of a very Merry Christmas to you, your family and loved ones. Best wishes too! love lots, Leonora
Callus Avatar
December 27, 2014 at 7:35 AM
Thank you Leonora! Your visits and comments are always very much appreciated. If I stop to read your poems it means that I'm using my 'precious' time properly!:) Your wishes are most welcome. May the new year bring you good health and positivity. hugs // paul
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December 25, 2014 at 9:38 AM
Paul, I really like your Serenade here. I wish you the best of luck in Nette's contest. I'll be surprised if you're not picked as No.1!! A "7" from me too!! Merry Christmas -- Gary
Callus Avatar
December 25, 2014 at 4:25 PM
Thank you for a lovely and encouraging visit, Gary; appreciate your top rating, too. Hope you enjoy the rest of this festive season. // paul
Smith Avatar
December 25, 2014 at 7:52 AM
Wow how beautiful and romantic Paul....have a blessed Christmas....Tim
Callus Avatar
December 25, 2014 at 1:07 PM
Thank you for the lovely comments, Tim. Hope you have been enjoying this festive season, and all the best for 2015. // paul
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December 24, 2014 at 7:07 PM
A very lovely and romantic scenery, Paul,, Stopping by to say Hello, and Wish you a very Merry, Merry Christmas!!! May it bring you joy, happiness and everything else you deserve. Merry Christmas and a Happy New year! Forever ~LINDA~
Callus Avatar
December 24, 2014 at 7:13 PM
Hi dear Linda! It is so lovely to have you stopping by once again after a long absence. Hope life is treating you much better; you deserve joy and happiness, too. May you have a Happy Christmas and all the best for 2015. God bless. /x/ paul
Halliday Avatar
December 24, 2014 at 4:39 PM
Liked yours too. Chose the same topic. Good luck in the contest.
Callus Avatar
December 24, 2014 at 7:42 PM
Hi Mark...read your entry and I really enjoyed it, too, especially the final line. good luck to you. // paul
Chircop Avatar
December 24, 2014 at 4:34 PM
A favourite!What a beauty this is!How Romantic dear friend!Outstanding! Have a blessed Christmas,and thankyou for sharing your talent of writing with us.
Callus Avatar
December 24, 2014 at 7:38 PM
Thank you so much, Charm. Sharing is the beauty of this community. Romantic this might be, but nothing compared to your romantic writes that never cease to enchant. Have a blessed Christmas. // paul
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December 24, 2014 at 2:47 PM
Very beautiful thoughts and pen here Paul! A 7 for you! i really enjoyed reading this for you today my very dear friend. Wish you and you wife family a very merry Christmas! Happy New Year too! G L in the contest! :) Love and hugs! xxxx D.
Callus Avatar
December 24, 2014 at 3:00 PM
Thank you for the lovely comments and high rating, Dorian. Your seasonal wishes are much appreciated. May you and all those close to your heart have a very joyous Christmas, and all the best for 2015!! **** Hugs /x/ paul
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December 24, 2014 at 2:07 PM
This is enchanting, All I need to do is find a lover, move to Malta, and live this poem! :) ( I do wish to visit there one day ) I wish you a very very Merry Christmas Paul, all the best to you are your family!
Callus Avatar
December 24, 2014 at 2:56 PM
Warm Christmas wishes to you too, Arthur. So glad you have been enchanted, especially on Christmas eve! Hope you'll make it to Malta one of these days...you'll be made welcome, for sure. Take care. // paul
Allison Avatar
December 24, 2014 at 2:06 PM
absolutely stunning Paul - I do hope this is a winner for you:-) Hugs jan xxx
Allison Avatar
December 24, 2014 at 2:43 PM
I carry a note book with me as this often happens and you have to go with the flow when inspiration stikes:-) Hugs jan xxx
Callus Avatar
December 24, 2014 at 2:40 PM
...came back from Valletta a while ago where we had a walk about and visited cribs and Cordina's:) wrote this poem in my mind on the bus ride home...hurried in to jot down the main points before losing the trend of thought!
Callus Avatar
December 24, 2014 at 2:37 PM
Glad you enjoyed, Jan. A few hours more and Christmas will be ushered in joyously; keeping my fingers crossed for you. Many hugs on this coming special day. // paul
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