Paul Callus Poet Haibun

An Offering of Poppies

Californian wildfires, aided by strong winds, left a trail of destruction, 
deaths, and acres of ravaged land.  Yet, out of the ashes, stimulated 
by intense heat, fire follower seeds start to sprout, and in no time at 
all, an explosion of orange and red poppies give a lease of new life to 
the barren land – a gratifying gift of hope which only nature has the 
ability to offer. 

          the essence of rain
          nourishes an arid heart -
          inflorescent love


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Angela Crabtree December 3, 2020 at 6:27 PM A wonderful poem, Paul. Nature knows how to fix itself. I think we as human beings should get closer to nature. We're so wrapped up in technology and things that take us away from it. Paul Callus December 4, 2020 at 12:26 PM I totally agree with you, Angela! Thank you for your insightful feedback. Regards // paul

Kai Michael Neumann June 5, 2019 at 3:41 AM Nice one Paul. Kind wishes, Kai Paul Callus June 6, 2019 at 4:32 PM Thank you, Kai. Best regards // paul

Lindsay Laurie June 1, 2019 at 8:03 PM G'day Paul … we were recently evacuated because of a raging bushfire. Your halibun described the event here as well. The countryside is quickly changing from black to green - thank you Paul - Lindsay Paul Callus June 2, 2019 at 2:57 PM Thank you for your pleasant visit, Lindsay. Hope you've been enjoying the weekend. Regards // paul

Darlene De Beaulieu May 29, 2019 at 7:10 PM Hello Paul Callus, I am glad something grows after a fire is put out.Have a nice evening my friend. Darlene De Beaulieu May 31, 2019 at 6:45 PM Yes you are so right. Regards Darlene Paul Callus May 30, 2019 at 7:28 AM Thank you, Darlene. In many cases nature knows how to heal itself. Regards // paul

Carole Duet May 29, 2019 at 9:51 AM I love this one, Paul. It's like a painting of words...beautiful! Paul Callus May 29, 2019 at 12:29 PM Thank you, Carole...your complimentary words are truly appreciated. ~ Warm regards // paul

Jack Horne May 27, 2019 at 3:12 PM this is so thoughtful -love it Paul Callus May 28, 2019 at 10:34 AM Thank you, Jack. Best regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich May 26, 2019 at 3:58 PM I loved the succinctness and sweetness of this haibun, Paul. It was just lovely. Paul Callus May 27, 2019 at 10:17 AM Thank you, Andrea...and I love your poetic comment:) Regards // paul

Harry Horsman May 25, 2019 at 5:26 PM Yes Paul, Nature as a way, with renewal. Pity though when so destructive..love the poetry,and the theme... Paul Callus May 25, 2019 at 5:39 PM Thank you, Harry. Fortunately Nature is often capable of looking after itself, despite the odds against it. Regards // paul

Franci Hoffman May 25, 2019 at 2:13 PM Beautiful haibun and lovely reflection for hope and renewal. Paul Callus May 25, 2019 at 3:02 PM You sum up my poem in one line, Franci:) Thank you for reading and liking. Pleased to make your acquaintance. // paul

Edward Ibeh May 25, 2019 at 7:53 AM Darn, too bad your wonderful haibun was written after the deadline expired, Paul. I would've placed this for sure! Paul Callus May 25, 2019 at 2:57 PM Thank you for your encouraging comments, Edward. The poem was written early enough, but the closing date entirely skipped my mind!! Best regards // paul

Jennifer Proxenos May 25, 2019 at 4:53 AM With wild veld fires all over the African continent, the grass that grows out of burnt embers and ashes is lush, green and spectacular - as in your great and profound poem preceded by a vivid explanation of the birth of new plants which after raging fires that brought about havoc and devastation rear their inquisitive colourful little heads - in this case the calm after the storm and not the calm before the storm - know I'll be re-visiting with congrats! Warm regards and hugs Paul, Jennifer. Paul Callus May 25, 2019 at 2:46 PM Hi Jenny...no congrats this time, but I truly appreciate the support, and faith you had in my Haibun:) Thank you for your feedback and reference to African veld fires; in both our cases it's heartening to know that there is always hope after tragedy! ~ Warm regards & Hugs // paul

Vijay Pandit May 24, 2019 at 5:03 PM Amazing how nature's cycles work..from the ashes rises new growth..excellent write, Paul. Paul Callus May 25, 2019 at 2:27 PM So pleased that you enjoyed my humble poem, Vijay...thank you, my friend. Regards // paul

Susan Ashley May 24, 2019 at 4:57 PM Oh, your haiku is spectacular, Paul, and the perfect finale for your beautiful Haibun that revels in Nature's bountiful gifts of resurgence and recovery. The imagery of the poppies is vibrant and passionate. Superb poetry, my dear friend. Best wishes for a win and warmest wishes and hugs for you! ~Susan Paul Callus May 25, 2019 at 2:23 PM Thank you for being the first to comment, Susan. Your insightful feedback is much appreciated. ~ Unfortunately I was too late entering the contest, but at least, thanks to the contest another poem was born:) Warm regards & hugs ~~ paul