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It was her rough edges which caught my eye. Like a raw diamond I fell for her unpolished beauty. - - - - - - - - - - - - © 13th May 2017

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Susan Ashley

Date: 12/20/2017 7:34:00 PM

Paul, a multi-faceted and scintillating write. Natural and unpretentious beauty has an earthy quality to it that is captivating and genuine. Just about anyone, or anything, can be made to look good with enough fluff, buff, putty, lacquer and polish.. lol! But, unpolished beauty is real. I love this write Paul, it's so authentically romantic. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Paul Callus
Date: 12/21/2017 7:56:00 AM

Thank you, Susan. It is true that beauty attracts, but physical beauty on its own is not enough. On my part I much prefer the original rather than the artificial presentation!! ~ Warm regards // paul

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 9/19/2017 4:47:00 PM

A diamond looks so pretty when it is polished up. I have enjoyed your poem. Have a nice evening my friend. Regards Darlene.

Paul Callus
Date: 9/21/2017 11:44:00 AM

A rough diamond is beautiful, let alone a polished one, Darlene! Thank you for stopping by my friend. Regards // paul

Kai Michael Neumann

Date: 6/16/2017 3:38:00 AM

It was the same for me. And the diamond in your poem has an extra twist for me, since living in South Africa now. The biggest local diamonds still have a stolen life in the British crown jewels. But I am settling for my own South African diamond very happily. Many wishes, Kai

Paul Callus
Date: 6/16/2017 2:09:00 PM

Hi Kai...I have just read the abbreviated story of your life. I hope you will enjoy your South African diamond for many years to come! Regards // paul

Lisa Ricci

Date: 5/22/2017 5:28:00 AM

Good Morning Paul. This is marvelous and very expressive. You stayed true to the title. This is a little mini story told. Well done completely. Enjoy the morning and day.

Paul Callus
Date: 5/23/2017 3:23:00 PM

Thank you for your generous comments, Lisa:) I am so pleased that you like it. Wishing you all the best....paul

John Michaels

Date: 5/20/2017 9:00:00 AM

Lovely little verse, Paul. That's true love: being able to see past the flaws to the beauty within!! Well done! Regards, John.

Paul Callus
Date: 5/21/2017 4:14:00 AM

Well read, John! Glad you enjoyed; thank you and regards // paul

Darren White

Date: 5/17/2017 11:48:00 AM

This I love, that imagery. Beautiful analogy. What Seeker said, inglorious imperfections indeed :) And maybe even because of them.

Paul Callus
Date: 5/18/2017 12:19:00 PM

Thank you, Darren; glad you enjoyed. Regards // paul

Ravi Sathasivam

Date: 5/17/2017 1:31:00 AM

Excellent. Amazing and beautiful write. Enjoyed reading it.

Paul Callus
Date: 5/18/2017 12:21:00 PM

Thank you, Ravi for your lovely compliments. All the best...paul

Joseph May

Date: 5/16/2017 6:06:00 AM

Beautifully penned Paul...A7

Paul Callus
Date: 5/16/2017 10:27:00 AM

Thank you, Joseph. Regards // paul

Maria Williams

Date: 5/15/2017 12:31:00 AM

Beauty is hidden under the layers like you say - The eye of the lucky beholder is the one who will perceive and treasure it. We have a diamond cutter friend and he would totally agree with you. Unpolished is beautiful. Thanks for the insight Paul - Definitely a shining 7 (polished or unpolished)...Maria

Paul Callus
Date: 5/15/2017 8:06:00 AM

Thank you for always coming by with meaningful and pleasant comments, Maria. Your feedback and high rating are appreciated. Regards // paul

Daniel Turner

Date: 5/13/2017 10:41:00 PM

Spoken like a true diamond cutter:) Great job, Paul.

Paul Callus
Date: 5/14/2017 8:03:00 AM

Thank you, Danny. Pleased to have you back:) Regards // paul

Bl Devnath

Date: 5/13/2017 5:25:00 PM

Excellent poem on feeling beauty. An excellent 7 sure. Loved always, bl

Paul Callus
Date: 5/14/2017 8:04:00 AM

Thank you for your generosity, Braja. All the best....paul

Ilene Bauer

Date: 5/13/2017 5:17:00 PM

wonderful! you've nailed this one, paul...

Paul Callus
Date: 5/14/2017 8:47:00 AM

Thank you, Ilene. Wouldn't it be great if we all saw beauty in imperfection! Regards // paul

Niall Fulham

Date: 5/13/2017 4:42:00 PM

Hi Paul , beautiful write , I was always drawn to ladies not so perfect , there is a beauty in the rough :))

Paul Callus
Date: 5/14/2017 8:26:00 AM

Pleased to make your acquaintance, Niall. Thank you for visiting and commenting. Regards // paul

Tim Smith

Date: 5/13/2017 4:01:00 PM

Amazing Paul. You have got a real gem.

Paul Callus
Date: 5/14/2017 8:25:00 AM

Thank you for the compliment, Tim:) Rough diamonds are worth as much as cut diamonds! Regards // paul

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 5/13/2017 3:45:00 PM

- The inner beauty - A queen ... beautiful, Paul - hugs // Anne-Lise :) # 7

Paul Callus
Date: 5/13/2017 3:59:00 PM

Thank you, Anne-Lise:) You ladies are reading my thoughts perfectly!! A lovely weekend to you...hugs ~ paul

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 5/13/2017 3:24:00 PM

Oh I love this Paul! A metaphoric expression of a flawed but beloved beauty. 7 ; )

Paul Callus
Date: 5/13/2017 3:39:00 PM

Right on the dot, Connie:) Thank you for liking and being first to comment. Have a lovely weekend! Regards // paul