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Clinging On

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wave
after
wave
pounding
ruthlessly 
against
Her
weary
jaded mind
defiantly
eroding
tattered 
threads
of frail
sanity…
and yet...
She
clings to
hope

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Waltz Wave Poetry Contest
Sponsored by Emile Pinet 
        Placed 4th
© 14th March 2023

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Eileen Manassian

Date: 4/12/2024 12:34:00 AM

Beautiful write... one can only cling to hope. Loved the imagery

Paul Callus
Date: 4/12/2024 1:17:00 AM

Thank you dear Eileen. Where would we be without hope, especially in moments when one feels alone and abandoned! Hugs // paul

Robert Lindley

Date: 9/10/2023 4:09:00 PM

This is so positive my friend, hope is the savin clause for so many of us. That promise is a life saver to many of us. A gem. A fav... God bless you.

Brian Sambourne

Date: 5/10/2023 8:11:00 AM

The metaphorical power of the lighthouse fused with the human condition makes for one powerful write. Congratulations! Brian

Paul Callus
Date: 5/10/2023 10:33:00 AM

Thank you for the insightful comments and congrats, Brian. ~ Best regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 4/24/2023 10:17:00 AM

Wow so nice. And congrats on the placement

Paul Callus
Date: 4/26/2023 5:08:00 AM

Thank you for the lovely reaction and congrats, Andrea. Have a lovely day! // paul

Joe Maverick

Date: 4/13/2023 10:22:00 PM

Clinging or grabbing..? We've done both and More..' till we're either rescued or swept Offshore.' Does blood pain and strain Dissolve? Is there gain? Does the Spirt? Brain; mend? Though We're never the same.!

Paul Callus
Date: 4/19/2023 2:38:00 PM

Thank you for stopping by with your inimitable way of commenting, Joe :) Regards // paul

Beata Agustin

Date: 4/3/2023 6:29:00 AM

Wow! Congrats! Thanks for sharing this... serenely delighting! God bless you.

Paul Callus
Date: 4/3/2023 7:32:00 AM

Thank you for reading and commenting, Beata...that is the true spirit of sharing. Regards & Blessings // paul

David Mohn

Date: 4/1/2023 4:50:00 PM

tense and powerful poem Paul...congratulations :)

Paul Callus
Date: 4/2/2023 3:07:00 AM

Thank you, David. Your top-placed entry certainly made you proud! Regards // paul

Daniel Turner

Date: 4/1/2023 4:36:00 PM

Congratulations Paul. It is a really good one. I liked it!

Paul Callus
Date: 4/2/2023 11:54:00 AM

Thank you, Danny. Hope you've had a nice weekend. Regards // paul

Alexis Y.

Date: 4/1/2023 12:12:00 PM

Wow! Paul, You've penned a good entry for the content. I got the impression that she has Alzheimer's or dementia. Good title and content. Congratulations on a well-deserved win. Have a great day and weekend-Alexis

Paul Callus
Date: 4/2/2023 12:54:00 PM

Apart from sickness, there are also many other things which can drag a person down, Alexis. And when the going gets hard it's faith & hope which can become our lifeline. ~ Best regards // paul

Linda Alice Fowler

Date: 4/1/2023 10:51:00 AM

Uplifting write Paul. Congratulations on your win! :)

Paul Callus
Date: 4/2/2023 3:09:00 AM

Thank you, Linda. It is lovely to also see you on the winners' list :) Regards // paul

Emile Pinet

Date: 4/1/2023 10:07:00 AM

Congratulations Paul! Your imaginative poem "Clinging On", has earned you a distinguished place in my “wave" poetry contest. I was very strict; and yet, your poem easily earned its place on the winners list my friend, Emile.

Paul Callus
Date: 4/2/2023 1:03:00 PM

Thank you for the feedback, Emile. You have some very good entries in this contest; pleased to be on the winners' list. Regards & Happy Easter, my friend // paul

Brandy Nicole

Date: 3/27/2023 6:05:00 PM

"She clings to hope." Paul, these four words cling to me. Since you are able to feel my heart through "my words," you can clearly understand why I say this. At the end of the day, after moments and emotions in life have tangled and twisted around my being and in my mind- I see a rainbow. (I have hope). This is tender and beautiful, all at the same time, my dear sweet friend. Many wonderful blessings to you. Hugs, Brandy

Paul Callus
Date: 4/2/2023 1:58:00 PM

Not many people have the patience to read and comment in depth, but you Brandy have that ability, and I can assure you that it is truly appreciated. Your feedback reminds me of your latest poem "Exclusive" and how through words we get to know each other well, even though we have never met in person. Warm regards & hugs // paul

Susan Ashley

Date: 3/26/2023 5:45:00 PM

Dear Paul, now here is an example of an excellent Waltz Wave to be sure. Such dynamic imagery fills the small physical space of this poetry form till it spills the brim to sweep one's imagination out into an ocean of dramatic emotion. Love it! A metaphorical gem, my friend! Warmest wishes and hugs always.. ~Susan

Paul Callus
Date: 4/2/2023 1:43:00 PM

Thank you dear Susan. Because of its short lines, this poetry form appears simple and easy at first glance, but it certainly isn't! The writer has to make every word count, while staying faithful to the flow and musicality. // Your comments are most welcome, my friend. ~ warm regards and hugs // paul

Sara Kendrick

Date: 3/25/2023 1:50:00 PM

I don't see how those lighthouses and buoys hold up, but they do. I enjoyed reading your contest entry. Sara

Paul Callus
Date: 4/2/2023 3:25:00 AM

Glad you enjoyed reading, Sara :) I wouldn't want to live in one of those lighthouses when the sea is that rough! Regards // paul

Jack Horne

Date: 3/25/2023 9:14:00 AM

oh, I love this! Hope you are well, my friend

Paul Callus
Date: 3/25/2023 11:15:00 AM

Glad you enjoyed, Jack...thank you for visiting. Best regards, my friend // paul

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 3/19/2023 5:56:00 AM

So well said, Paul!

Paul Callus
Date: 3/19/2023 1:00:00 PM

Thank you, Kim. Hope you've been enjoying the weekend. Regards // paul

Gary Radice

Date: 3/19/2023 2:22:00 AM

Keep writing Paul and I'll keep reading. Cheers - Gary

Paul Callus
Date: 3/19/2023 7:38:00 AM

That's a lovely thing to say, Gary....thank you. Regards // paul

Anil Deo

Date: 3/18/2023 9:02:00 AM

Imagery and poetry of us -- (Humanity). Par Excellence, Brother Paul. Paz!

Paul Callus
Date: 3/19/2023 1:01:00 PM

Thank you for the feedback and the "Par Excellence" Anil! Best regards, my friend // paul

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 3/16/2023 10:32:00 AM

Hi Paul, such a potent, clear message for us all to think about and to interpret and understand why? Yet the will to not give in I feel is even stronger, hope can be evil at times - Pandora's box. Hugs, warm regard, Jennifer

Paul Callus
Date: 3/17/2023 1:03:00 PM

Your comments make sense, Jenny. In spite of suffering, one does well not to lose hope, and yet, in certain cases hope alone is not enough...imagine a physically & emotionally abused woman/man; more drastic measures would be needed. ~ Warm regards & Huga // paul

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 3/16/2023 9:29:00 AM

A lovely write/picture. Good luck. Have a blessed day................

Paul Callus
Date: 3/17/2023 1:08:00 PM

Thank you for stopping by, Paula. Have a lovely weekend, my friend // paul

Joanna Daniel

Date: 3/15/2023 6:54:00 AM

Awesome, this has layers of meaning Paul, the lighthouse and a woman's hope-filled mind, brilliant:)

Paul Callus
Date: 3/17/2023 1:13:00 PM

I am pleased that you liked what I have on offer, Jo...thank you. Regards // paul

Lisa Ricci

Date: 3/15/2023 3:50:00 AM

Good Morning Paul. My goodness. I found this entry very powerful and expressive. Anyone who finds themselves in this state of mind will understand your every word. Your entry causes the reader to pause to soak in the meaning. Blessings to you for such understanding of this fragile and ongoing situation for many. May this day find you well. It was an honor turning to your page and entry. PS - You wrote with dignity grace and respect.(smile)

Paul Callus
Date: 3/17/2023 4:43:00 PM

Thank you for such a lovely, encouraging and pleasant visit, Lisa! You are never lost for words (smile). Warm regards // paul

Daniel Turner

Date: 3/14/2023 6:14:00 PM

very nicely done, Paul. You are always exceptional at these short poems

Paul Callus
Date: 3/17/2023 3:41:00 PM

Thank you, Danny. I do my best to give both short and long forms the attention they deserve, though mostly it depends on mood and theme. ~ Regards // paul

Speaks Volumes

Date: 3/14/2023 3:39:00 PM

An intense Waltz Wave Paul. Exudes sorrow somewhat, til the last line where you enlighten us, that she retains hope. Well constructed and you succeeded in telling a whole story in such few words. This, I admire greatly. Best wishes.

Paul Callus
Date: 3/17/2023 3:07:00 PM

So pleased you enjoyed and joined me in this poetic waltz thanks to your insightful comments, Wendy :) Thank you! Regards /// paul