Paul Callus Poet Rhyme

Between Inverted Commas

Crammed between inverted commas
one puts quotes or direct speech,
could be single, could be double
seems a simple task to teach.
Yet some students often mix them.
It’s a skill beyond their reach! 


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For Line Gauthier's contest
Six lines of cheerful rhyme
14th April, 2020

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Angela Crabtree November 19, 2020 at 7:05 PM I still have problems with punctuation. That's why I quit putting it in my poems ;) Paul Callus November 21, 2020 at 1:04 PM Smiling :) I didn't know that, so be assured this poem was not written with you in mind:) Wishing you a lovely weekend, Angela. // paul

Jack Horne October 29, 2020 at 12:58 PM LOL, had a chuckle here - but yes, that's so true Paul Callus November 1, 2020 at 2:39 AM Pleased you enjoyed it my friend :) Regards // paul

Sand Blown June 29, 2020 at 6:46 PM ….was a math teacher....about as difficult to teach as english grammar...a challenge …..stan sand Paul Callus July 1, 2020 at 2:52 AM I agree with you, Stan. All subjects have their own personal ways of challenging us! Thank you for stopping by....paul

Paghunda Zahid May 8, 2020 at 11:30 AM Yeah it is never a simple task to teach... Nicely written Paul Callus May 8, 2020 at 12:58 PM Thank you for reading and commenting, Paghunda. A pleasure to make your acquaintance. Regards // paul

Timothy Hicks April 25, 2020 at 12:16 PM Ha! This appeals to the grammar nerd in me. And yet, at times, I feel like a hypocrite because my grammar can seem all over the place (especially with my liberal use of brackets/parenthesis). Cute rhyme. Paul Callus April 26, 2020 at 3:10 PM Thank you, Timothy. Your use of punctuation marks is intentional so I would never dream of drawing your attention to it:) Never sacrifice style to accommodate grammar..they are capable of living peacefully together! Regards // paul

Anil Deo April 24, 2020 at 7:26 PM You wrote, "could be single, could be double," and in my own poem, I "crammed' this: "The universe is in your eyes, ['a skill beyond ... reach'] of adults I try to teach." Hope the contest is loads of fun & learning, Paul. Shalom, shalom Paul Callus April 25, 2020 at 10:56 AM Thank you for reading, and also supplying your own version, Anil. Let me go see what new poem/s you have posted. Regards & peace // paul

Michelle Faulkner April 23, 2020 at 10:06 PM I'm a comma nerd, so I had to read this! I've spent almost as much time on punctuation as I have on the verses, so this one resonates (and all your commas are properly placed!) Paul Callus April 24, 2020 at 1:32 PM Thank you for your pleasant vist, Michelle :) Regards // paul

Gideon Foli April 21, 2020 at 11:31 PM That's very true and you captured it a beautiful piece. Thanks for sharing this Paul. Stay safe my dear friend. Love and hugs!!! Paul Callus April 22, 2020 at 2:38 PM Thank you :) So pleased you found it to your liking. Take care and stay safe, too, my friend. Hugs // paul

Connie Marcum Wong April 20, 2020 at 5:42 PM I totally agree with you Paul. Also if you give them syllables to count many do not have a clue of how to count them. You being a teacher, I can only imagine some of the things that have reached your eyes.I enjoyed this poem Paul. Have a great week my friend. Blessings, Connie Paul Callus April 21, 2020 at 2:53 AM Thank you, Connie. Fortunately the learning process never ends, so we are all still in time to gain some more knowledge. Keep well, my friend. // paul

S.Zaynab Kamoonpuri April 20, 2020 at 5:28 AM A clever brill poem on grammar and punctuation . Super cool and yes for learners it is hard. Kudos. Pls Pleez do read and comment my newest poem too. Paul Callus April 20, 2020 at 7:26 AM Thank you, Zaynab. I have already read your latest poem and I found it delightful & topical. Regards // paul

Brandy Nicole April 19, 2020 at 10:36 PM Whether "Crammed between inverted commas" or not. :) Shhh, I had to do it. Your words bring a smile. I like what you have created here. Well done Paul. :) Brandy Paul Callus April 20, 2020 at 7:08 AM I read your comments with a smile, Brandy :) Thank you for a very pleasant visit :) Have a lovely day. Regards // paul

Lindsay Laurie April 19, 2020 at 7:47 PM G'day Paul … the art of writing true grammar appears to be neglected or not taught anymore. It's a shame and a real pity indeed - stay safe Paul - Lindsay Paul Callus April 20, 2020 at 7:37 AM Thank you, Lindsay. There are writers who exclude punctuation marks on purpose, as if trying to make a point, but I'm all for its correct use. Imagine trying to build a house without foundations:) Regards // paul

Silent One April 19, 2020 at 2:34 PM Grammar seems to have changed, mainly due to technology I think.... Nice 6 lines Paul Callus April 20, 2020 at 7:18 AM Punctuation marks will always be relevant, even in a changing world, S-1, though it's clear that many are not bothered about using it properly. Thank you for stopping by. // paul

Jennifer Proxenos April 18, 2020 at 8:18 AM I really like this poem, perhaps some people are in a hurry and don't pay attention, perhaps some don't know the difference, and perhaps some don't really care - modern English has almost become another language due to social media and cell phones. Great poem Paul, Warm regards and hugs Jennifer. Paul Callus April 19, 2020 at 12:00 PM Thank you, Jenny. I agree with you...thanks to 'shorthand' typing on cell phones etc, writing has deteriorated. ~ Warm regards & Hugs // paul

Quoth Theraven April 18, 2020 at 12:16 AM Paul, Alas, it's dark magic I've never been able to fully comprehend. Quotations, not for the feint of heart. Good stuff. -Richard Paul Callus April 19, 2020 at 11:43 AM Thank you, Richard...I will not quote you :) Regards // paul

M. L. Kiser April 17, 2020 at 3:40 PM Brilliant piece; well penned. Paul Callus April 19, 2020 at 11:24 AM Pleased you enjoyed, ML...thank you. Regards // paul

Eileen Manassian April 17, 2020 at 4:13 AM It truly is hard for some to grasp. Lovely little rhythm. Hope you're keeping well. Paul Callus April 18, 2020 at 5:26 PM Thank you, Eileen. For some the 'peach' is out of reach! Trying to keep out of harm's way :) Enjoy the weekend. Hugs // paul

Richard Lamoureux April 15, 2020 at 9:43 AM Cleverly expressed Paul. Paul Callus April 18, 2020 at 5:27 PM Thank you, Richard. Hope you're keeping well. Regards // paul

JC Brul April 15, 2020 at 8:19 AM Wow, very imaginative! Between inverted commas are spoken and unspoken words that can make and unmake us. Good luck and more power. Paul Callus April 18, 2020 at 5:18 PM Thank you. Power to you too:) ~ Regards // paul

Vijay Pandit April 14, 2020 at 4:11 PM Much art to using those inverted commas--well portrayed Paul. All the best. Paul Callus April 19, 2020 at 11:16 AM Thank you, Vijay. This was fun poem to write:) Regards // paul

Anne-Lise Andresen April 14, 2020 at 12:57 PM - Comma rules are important ... Norwegian comma rules are largely based on grammar ... I don't know if it applies to all languages ... luck in the contest, Paul :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Paul Callus April 18, 2020 at 5:05 PM Thank you, Anne-Lise:) All punctuation marks should help to make written language clearer and easier to understand. ~ Hugs // paul

Besma Riabi Dziri April 14, 2020 at 12:56 PM A meaningful lesson from a teacher, presented in a cheerful concise poetry.. That's very true, Paul, many acquisitions have become beyond pupils reach! Your poetic flair always reaches your reader's mind and heart! A wonderful read! My warmest wishes and regards. God bless you.

Panagiota Romios April 14, 2020 at 12:44 PM Excellent, Paul Best wishes! Panagiota xx Paul Callus April 18, 2020 at 2:13 PM Thank you Panagiota. Best regards // paul

Tom Cunningham April 14, 2020 at 12:44 PM They're so used to texting on their phones it's beyond them. Good luck. Hope you're well, stay safe. Tom Paul Callus April 18, 2020 at 2:13 PM Thank you, Tom. So far all well on the Maltese front. Take care, my friend. // paul

Kim Rodrigues April 14, 2020 at 10:53 AM Abracadabra amazing Paul Callus April 14, 2020 at 10:56 AM Thank you, Kim! :) Phew...just managed to enter the contest right on time! Best regards // paul