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Chinks In the Armour: a Collaboration

Why do you tempt me with mischievous eyes
Playful and naughty; do they tell or dare?
Are you an angel, devil in disguise,
Should I be trustful, or should I beware?
 
Why do you tempt me with a winsome smile
Not all-revealing, but denoting more.
Chinks in my armour ... should I stay awhile?
Fatal attraction which I can’t ignore.

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Oh, stay awhile and find out what you will
My eyes reveal the pleasures that await
Take off that armour if you want this thrill
You know your hunger only I can sate.
 
So take a risk, and bare to me your all
If angel or if demon, do you care?
Into my searing arms you’re meant to fall
Now take a step, move forward, if you dare!

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A Paul Callus and Eileen Manassian Collaboration
© 11th December, 2017
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Williams Avatar
December 30, 2017 at 2:02 AM
Just catching up with all your poems now Paul, and I can see that this was worth waiting for. Paul and Eileen what a great collaboration, so daring and sensual.You two write so well together,congratulations on this ....Maria
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December 30, 2017 at 3:48 AM
Thank you very much, Maria. Eileen will also be pleased with your reaction. I think I've read all your poems now, but will keep visiting them just in case one escaped the net:) ~ Warm regards & a happy new year // paul
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December 16, 2017 at 5:31 AM
Nice collaboration, Paul! Like the "If angel or if demon, do you care?" line, especially. Kind regards, John.
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December 30, 2017 at 3:41 AM
Hi John, thanking you once again since my previous reply seems to have disappeared into thin air!! Wishing you all the best for 2018. // paul
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December 15, 2017 at 11:16 PM
So take a risk and bare to me your all... I love it! Fantastic collaboration Paul and Eileen... hugs and smiles :)
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December 16, 2017 at 2:13 PM
Many thanks, Akkina...I love that you love:) Have a nice weekend. Hugs & smiles // paul
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December 15, 2017 at 12:25 AM
Hi Paul, a very enjoyable read. You both rocked this one. Well done.
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December 15, 2017 at 7:49 AM
Thank you for the thumbs up, Richard. Sending you best seasonal greetings. // paul
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December 14, 2017 at 9:27 PM
Amazing Collaboration Paul and Eileen..I enjoyed the battle....
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December 15, 2017 at 7:48 AM
Glad you enjoyed the 'engaging' words, Anand...thank you. Regards // paul
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December 13, 2017 at 10:13 AM
You two wrote an excellent collaboration here..
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December 14, 2017 at 3:59 PM
Pleased that you enjoyed our collaboration, S-1...thank you. Regards // paul
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December 13, 2017 at 4:17 AM
Very well written... very daring though... gets to the point...lol:)
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December 14, 2017 at 3:58 PM
Thank you for your honest opinion, Tahira. You are always welcome to stop by. Regards // paul
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December 13, 2017 at 12:22 AM
Paul, writing with you comes so easily to me. It honestly didn't take very long to pen those lines. You know the themes I like, you know the style I like, you know how to get me writing when I'm not in the mood. :) 9th collab. Hey, how about we publish a book of our work! :) Hugs....
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December 14, 2017 at 3:55 PM
Let me take the liberty to echo your words, Eileen:) There are moments when we think and express ourselves alike, so that makes it easier to blend when co-writing. Once you start there is no stopping you! I suppose having met in person is also an added advantage. Hmmm we'll need many more poem to publish a book, but it's always possible:) Hugs // paul
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December 12, 2017 at 4:19 PM
Paul, your collaboration with Eileen is so alluring, intimate, enticing and sensual. You had my attention at 'mischievous eyes' and I became more enthralled as I read. Your styles compliment each other's so beautifully and the writing flows so seamlessly. A fantastic write my friend. Warmest wishes ~Susan
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December 14, 2017 at 3:40 PM
Your comments are a pleasure to read, Susan. I hope Eileen stops by to read them, too. Thank you for the support and encouragement. ~ Warm regards // paul
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December 12, 2017 at 7:41 AM
Ohhhhhh...How very sensual! I like it..... A lot! Great collaboration.
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December 12, 2017 at 9:01 AM
I love your reaction to this collaboration, Rhoda...Thank you! Have a lovely day. Regards // paul
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December 12, 2017 at 7:22 AM
I commented on the other page and would like to comment on this one. Very well done to the both of you. Powerful :)
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December 12, 2017 at 8:41 AM
Thank you a lot, Heidi. Pleased that you liked it, and I appreciate your stopping by to comment on both Eileen's and my posts. Regards // paul
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