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Burlap and Satin

A blind date sprung on two unwary victims. He turned up early in suit and tie obviously uncomfortable with a situation beyond his comfort zone. She showed up on time dressed in an elegant clean cut dress wearing high heels and a subtle touch of perfume, oozing confidence, yet carrying herself with class. An introductory handshake, soft and coarse, gentle and firm, set the ball rolling. Over dinner he unwound falling for her smooth soft voice and witty sense of humour. Later they danced, striking a balance between grace and slight awkwardness merging with ease when slow music played. Reluctantly the date came to an end, but not before plans were made to meet again. Who could have guessed that burlap would compliment satin so well! - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Contest: Burlap and Satin Sponsor: Anthony Slausen © 22nd March 2018

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Rhoda Tripp

Date: 4/11/2018 8:28:00 AM

OMG! Love this one, Paul. Very cool!

Paul Callus
Date: 4/11/2018 11:05:00 AM

Love your reaction, Rhoda:) Pleased to have you stopping by. Regards // paul

Elaine George

Date: 3/31/2018 4:41:00 PM

Lovely poem, Paul. Thank you for sharing.

Paul Callus
Date: 3/31/2018 5:16:00 PM

So pleased that you liked it, Elaine...thank you. Regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 3/31/2018 4:20:00 PM

THis was such a cool way to do satin with burlap, the kind of farmer boy with the sophisticate!! Love it, Paul.

Paul Callus
Date: 3/31/2018 5:10:00 PM

Glad you liked it, Andrea. I am positive that I entered this poem for the contest, but now, on checking my contest entries I found that it's not recorded! Regards // paul

Kai Michael Neumann

Date: 3/30/2018 2:31:00 AM

If the date was blind, could they see the burlap and the satin? Just kidding. Many wishes, Kai

Paul Callus
Date: 3/30/2018 3:09:00 PM

Thank you for stopping by, Kai:) Regards // paul

Chris Hagy

Date: 3/26/2018 10:30:00 PM

This is so great Paul :) What a great idea for this contest...enjoyed reading this one :) have a good one

Paul Callus
Date: 3/27/2018 3:07:00 PM

Thank you for reading, liking and commenting, Chris:) Regards // paul

Ravi Sathasivam

Date: 3/26/2018 2:10:00 AM

Excellent and wonderful poem. Sound very perfect and beautifully expressed. Thanks for sharing it.

Paul Callus
Date: 3/27/2018 3:08:00 PM

Thank you, Ravi. Pleased to have you stopping by with encouraging remarks. Regards // paul

Charlie Smith

Date: 3/25/2018 10:22:00 AM

You never know how a cocktail will taste until it's stirred, good one Paul...

Paul Callus
Date: 3/27/2018 3:10:00 PM

You have expressed it well, Charlie:) Thank you. Regards // paul

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 3/25/2018 8:11:00 AM

This is perfect, I love your perspective and the atmosphere of the piece.

Paul Callus
Date: 3/27/2018 4:00:00 PM

Thank you, Richard. Best regards // paul

Viv Wigley

Date: 3/25/2018 1:44:00 AM

A lovely take on the theme, Paul, utterly charming. I know you will do well. Hope everyone out there is fine, we're bracing for more snow come Easter. Regards, Viv

Paul Callus
Date: 3/27/2018 4:01:00 PM

Glad you enjoyed it, Viv. We've had a couple of rainy days, but the forecast is sunny. Regards // paul

Susan Ashley

Date: 3/24/2018 11:00:00 PM

Oh how beautifully expressed Paul.. metaphorically lovely.. Striking the right balance between rough and smooth, male and female, your poem is a captivating romantic escapade. He's already falling for her - so endearing. I especially love the last line. Best wishes for a win my friend.. Warmest wishes always. ~Susan

Susan Ashley
Date: 3/27/2018 4:42:00 PM

Oh Paul, there's no need to apologize, I understand being busy, as I have been very busy as well lately.. You know me so well, my friend :)) You're the best!!

Paul Callus
Date: 3/27/2018 4:05:00 PM

Thank you for stopping by with lovely, meaningful comments, Susan. Excuse the late reply; have been very busy this last week (I think you have been busy too!) ~ Warm regards // paul

Freddie Robinson Jr.

Date: 3/24/2018 10:17:00 PM

Beautiful allusions and metaphors, Paul. A wonderful love story elegantly told w/your sage insight and well-traveled keen perspective. It's always good to be refreshed now and again at your oasis of delightful enlightenment. A fave for sure, bruh. Love and peace always.

Paul Callus
Date: 3/27/2018 4:08:00 PM

Always a pleasure to have you paying a visit to my 'oasis', as you kindly put it, Freddie:) Thank you for the fave and lovely comments. Regards // paul

Akkina Downing

Date: 3/24/2018 4:52:00 PM

What a lovely story. I would love to hear the second part. If there will be one.So lovely. Best wishes in the contest! Hugs and smiles :)

Paul Callus
Date: 3/24/2018 6:13:00 PM

Thank you, Akkina; your friendship and support are much valued! Smiles & Hugs // paul

Maria Williams

Date: 3/22/2018 11:18:00 PM

Well as the saying goes "opposites attract". I really loved the way you wove the story, left me wanting to hear more. Begs a sequel I think. Good luck in the contest on this great winning write Paul....Maria :)

Paul Callus
Date: 3/24/2018 6:12:00 PM

Thank you, Maria...your comments are truly appreciated. A sequel would not be a bad idea, but I could be tempting fate!! (awaiting a new post from you:)) Regards // paul

Mick Talbot

Date: 3/22/2018 8:52:00 PM

That was a great read, wishing you success in the contest... Mick

Paul Callus
Date: 3/24/2018 6:08:00 PM

So pleased you enjoyed, Mick, and your wishes are appreciated. Regards // paul

CayCay Jennings

Date: 3/22/2018 6:47:00 PM

Your story is nicely woven, snug in fit and a delight to read. I like the approach you took with the theme and very much enjoyed spending time with your poem. Poetry hugs ... CayCay

Paul Callus
Date: 3/24/2018 6:06:00 PM

Your comments are delightful and heartwarming, CayCay...thank you for your kindness, my friend. Hugs // paul

Ilene Bauer

Date: 3/22/2018 5:11:00 PM

beautifully told, paul! i found myself rooting for them and very much enjoyed the story...

Paul Callus
Date: 3/24/2018 6:05:00 PM

Thank you, Ilene; I was rooting for them, too...even before I started writing:) Regards // paul

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 3/22/2018 3:14:00 PM

Hello Paul, I found myself engrossed in this poem. i can see the action as i read. Have a nice day my friend. Regards Darlene

Paul Callus
Date: 3/24/2018 6:04:00 PM

Thank you, Darlene. Your comments are most encouraging, my friend. Regards // paul

Sanjay Karmakar

Date: 3/22/2018 2:35:00 PM

wonderful, enjoyed much to read this one. Best of luck my dear poet.

Paul Callus
Date: 3/24/2018 6:03:00 PM

Thank you, Sanjay; pleased to make your acquaintance. Regards // paul

Heidi Sands

Date: 3/22/2018 2:18:00 PM

I enjoyed reading this Paul. Good luck in the contest :)

Paul Callus
Date: 3/24/2018 6:02:00 PM

Many thanks, Heidi. Enjoy the weekend. Regards // paul

Silent One

Date: 3/22/2018 2:14:00 PM

I liked your take on this contest, have seen some wonderful writes for this one, including yours...

Paul Callus
Date: 3/24/2018 6:02:00 PM

Thank you, S-1. Yes, I have read some of the entries, and most are better than mine! Regards // paul

Vijay Pandit

Date: 3/22/2018 1:38:00 PM

A pleasure to read..great flow to a lovely story..well written, Paul..best for a win.

Paul Callus
Date: 3/24/2018 6:01:00 PM

Glad you enjoyed it, Vijay...thank you. Regards // paul

Daniel Turner

Date: 3/22/2018 1:31:00 PM

Quite an outpouring from you, Paul. Very well written. It's a widely known fact that opposites attract. The trouble starts when the burlap rubs against the satin and she breaks out in a rash. :) Good luck!

Paul Callus
Date: 3/24/2018 6:00:00 PM

Yes, Danny, my writes are usually shorter:) Thank you for a pleasant visit and wit:) Regards // paul