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Bathed In Moonlight

He took advantage of her virtuous love
and blindly forced himself against her will.
With tearful eyes she pleaded, but in vain;
engulfed by waves of lust he had his fill.
The screams were silenced; help was out of reach.
Her body lay abandoned on the beach. 

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Bite Size Poem No20 Poetry Contest 
Sponsored by Line Gauthier
          Placed 3rd
© 10th September 2021

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Lisa Ricci April 30, 2024 at 10:45 AM Wow and Wow again. Hi Paul. Very powerful emotional and vivid. Bless those who find themselves in such a situation. I worked in domestic violence and sexual assault and this is real. You wrote with dignity and grace. Thank you for sharing your skilled talent on such a subject. Have a wonderful night. Peace and Blessings always. (smile)

Susan Lawrence November 14, 2021 at 7:11 AM Paul , Just getting to read this for the first time . A brutal encounter with a tragic ending . You have penned this so well and painted a tragic portrait of lust and abuse . Belated congratulations on your win . All the best to you always , Susan :) Paul Callus November 14, 2021 at 11:59 AM Thank you dear Susan. Your feedback sums it all up. Warm regards & hugs // paul

Leon Enriquez October 11, 2021 at 10:08 PM Dear Paul: Nicely done my friend. Trust you are keeping well and safe in your native Malta. All the best then, Leon. Paul Callus October 24, 2021 at 6:42 AM Thank you Leon. It has been a while since our paths crossed, so it's a pleasure to have you visiting. I hope you are keeping as well as I am, my friend. Best regards // paul

Susan Ashley October 11, 2021 at 7:50 PM Dear Paul, your potent artistry shines in this gripping piece. A sad, dark beauty worthy of its wonderful win in Line’s contest. Your gifted pen never disappoints. Congratulations, my dear friend. Warmest wishes and hugs.. ~Susan Paul Callus October 24, 2021 at 6:52 AM I thank you for your generous comments, Susan; your lovely comments are seeds of encouragement. I see you have been quite active during my absence; hope I'll catch up with all your latest poems. ~ Warm regards & Hugs, my friend // paul

Karen Jones October 10, 2021 at 1:39 PM Congrats on your win Paul. Paul Callus October 24, 2021 at 6:40 AM Thank you, Karen. Best regards // paul

Connie Marcum Wong October 10, 2021 at 12:11 AM This is so sad. It takes years for emotional pain to dissipate after that kind of violence. Congratulations on your wonderful 3rd placement Paul. Blessings xxoo Paul Callus October 24, 2021 at 6:30 AM Thank you for visiting and giving your feedback, dear Connie. I know you have not had it easy recently, but you are strong and I know you will never throw in the towel. [Pls excuse my late reply; I've not been very active on Soup due to life's exigencies.] Take care Hugs & Blessings // paul

Karen Jones October 5, 2021 at 3:05 PM Important work a poet has to reflect on life even at it's worst moments. As a survivor in youth and adulthood this poem hits home. Thanks Paul Callus October 6, 2021 at 3:40 PM Thank you for your visit, Karen. Having just read your poem on this same topic, I can well understand the full meaning of your comments. I admire your strength of character, resilience and determination to move on, despite everything. ~ Warm regards // paul

Malabika Ray Choudhury October 4, 2021 at 6:11 AM Congratulations on your win, Paul. You have penned a sad, cruel scene of horror with a few powerful words. The title is intriguing, mysterious, impressive! BW ~ Mala Paul Callus October 4, 2021 at 2:53 PM Your insightful dissertation is a pleasure to read, Mala. Thank you!! ~ Warm regards // paul

Gary Radice September 28, 2021 at 8:58 AM A hard hitting and very sad poem Paul. All those emotions and desperation tied up in the precis of your 6 lines show a skilled writer at work. Paul Callus October 4, 2021 at 2:50 PM Thank you for your visit and generous comments, Gary. Truly appreciated. Regards // paul

Ann Peck September 22, 2021 at 2:27 PM Wow--powerful poem! You said a lot in 6 lines! Good luck in contest. Paul Callus October 4, 2021 at 2:41 PM Thank you, Ann. ~ Best regards // paul

Brandy Nicole September 20, 2021 at 7:48 PM "He took advantage of her virtuous love, against her will" This happens more than it should, I wish it weren't so. The scene you have painted is sad, powerful and emotional, all at the same time. Congratulations Paul, on this win. My best to you. Hugs, Brandy Paul Callus October 4, 2021 at 2:36 PM Unfortunately these things occur much too often, Brandy, and many are those who do not live to talk about thie ordeal...and those who live have to deal with the negative effects all their life. ~ Thank you for stopping by, my friend. Regards & Hugs // paul

Supraja Kannan September 17, 2021 at 4:42 AM Deep and poignant write but you have beautifully penned... Paul Callus October 4, 2021 at 2:18 PM I am pleased you enjoyed my humble poem, Supraja...thank you! ~ Regards // paul

Elaine George September 17, 2021 at 3:52 AM Sam Kauffman has expressed exactly what I would. Many congrats on your fine win, Paul. Paul Callus October 4, 2021 at 2:08 PM Thank you, Elaine. A pleasure to have you visiting. ~ Regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich September 16, 2021 at 4:34 PM such a sad cruel fate. I really like how you did this one. Congrats on a well deserved win, Paul. Paul Callus October 4, 2021 at 1:56 PM Thank you, Andrea. I had to rewrite the poem after I realized that I had double the lines required for the contest. ~Best regards // paul

Sam Kauffman September 16, 2021 at 9:17 AM Powerful images. Powerful theme Paul. Such an important theme expressed in short phrases that carry great impact! Congratulations on your win! Great choice of words to convey the horror of the scene. Paul Callus October 4, 2021 at 2:01 PM Many thanks on your insightful, complimentary feedback, Sam. Regards // paul

John Lawless September 16, 2021 at 5:01 AM If brevity be the soul of wit you have nailed it Paul. A stinging and painful theme. Paul Callus October 4, 2021 at 1:53 PM Thank you for the positive comments, John. ~ Best regards // paul

Christuraj Alex September 15, 2021 at 9:20 PM Very tragic, indeed. Yet as common as everyday events in some nations. Beautiful theme and write. Congratulations! Paul Callus October 4, 2021 at 1:30 PM Thank you for your feedback and congrats. ~ Regards // paul

Anne-Lise Andresen September 15, 2021 at 11:58 AM - A verse that feels painful in the heart ... excellently written, Paul - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Paul Callus September 17, 2021 at 2:11 PM Thank you Anne-Lise. Lately my muse has been dealing me sad cards! Regards & Hugs // paul

Kelly Deschler September 13, 2021 at 4:34 PM Well penned, Paul... There is so much story told here in so few lines... I am intrigued by it's mystery and would enjoy reading the entire novel :) Paul Callus September 15, 2021 at 9:01 AM Thank you for liking and wanting more dear Kelly! Your presence here is much appreciated, my friend. ~ Best regards // paul

Judy Ball September 13, 2021 at 3:42 PM WoW What a poignant piece this is. So sad and the picture matches perfectly. Good job Paul. God Bless, JB Paul Callus September 15, 2021 at 8:58 AM Thank you on all counts, Judy...much appreciated. Regards and blessings // paul

Harry Horsman September 13, 2021 at 6:59 AM Amazing bite size with plenty of delicious filling. Paul Callus September 15, 2021 at 8:57 AM Your comment, as always, encourages the writer, Harry....thank you! Regards // paul

Kim Rodrigues September 13, 2021 at 5:47 AM Very well done, Paul! Paul Callus September 15, 2021 at 8:56 AM Thank you, Kim. Best regards // paul

Delice Arleen Skelly September 13, 2021 at 2:48 AM Painfully sad...Delice Paul Callus September 15, 2021 at 8:56 AM I agree, Delice. It is not easy to transmit in a few lines what a person goes through in such horrid moments. ~ Regards // paul

Mystic Rose Rose September 10, 2021 at 6:23 PM How sad that in life some can disregard the human body in such a way, very powerful Paul, very powerful Paul Callus September 15, 2021 at 8:52 AM How lovely to have you visiting, Vienna :) Thank you for your feedback and complimentary remarks. Warm regards /x/ paul

L Milton Hankins September 10, 2021 at 5:54 PM Wow, Paul! This is excruciatingly well-done, and the picture is a perfect illustration. Nice job! Paul Callus September 15, 2021 at 8:50 AM Thank you Milton. I'm pleased that you enjoyed my offering. Best regards // paul

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