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Coming To Terms With Reality

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He disappeared without a word. There was no writing on the wall to let her know what to expect. Was she naïve and blind to all! Her expectations drowned in tears. A thousand thoughts her mind assailed. The world around her crumbled down Was she to blame? Where had she failed? Confused emotions left her nights in disarray consumed with guilt. The pain within was hard to bear; felt like a sword plunged to the hilt. She searched for answers but in vain looked deep inside her crystal sphere till her reflection laughed and said she was a fool to persevere; And in that instant she saw light, elucidation from above. The loss was his. She would move on. He was not worthy of her love! - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A Picture Prompt Contest Sponsored by Brenda Chiri Placed 1st 3rd March 2020

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Lisa Ricci

Date: 3/23/2022 1:25:00 AM

Good Morning once again Paul. I once again turned to this entry at random. Congratulations on your entry placing first. Contest or no contest this entry stands on its own. Truly. Oh yes, the world of reality and delusion when our minds or hearts are not seeing or thinking clearly. Your writing is very clear and smooth. As always, thank you for sharing. Have a wonderful morning and day. Take care

Angela Crabtree

Date: 11/21/2020 4:00:00 PM

A great poem, Paul. She did right by moving on. It was painful at first, but she was better off in the end :)

Paul Callus
Date: 11/24/2020 11:37:00 AM

Thank you for your lovely feedback, Angela. Regards // paul

Timothy Hicks

Date: 4/25/2020 12:29:00 PM

Sometimes when the world crumbles around us is when we realize our true worth ... an interesting avenue your mind traveled from that curious picture. (as a side note ... I'm heavily considering purchasing that moon lamp!)

Paul Callus
Date: 4/26/2020 3:04:00 PM

Your meaningful comments are appreciated, my friend...thank you! As for the moon lamp, I had already put in a bid, but am willing to withdraw it:) Regards // paul

Susan Ashley

Date: 4/13/2020 7:53:00 PM

Paul, as only you can do, beautiful rhythm dances with the poignant pain of lost love in this superb poem. The graceful flow of sad emotions swept me up and carried me along to the enlightened destination of your last stanza and her inspired epiphany. Congratulations on your wonderful win. I hope all is well with you and yours, my dear friend. Warmest wishes and hugs always.. ~Susan

Paul Callus
Date: 4/19/2020 4:25:00 AM

Good morning, Susan. Excuse the delay in replying to your beautiful and insightful feedback; it's one of the reasons why I do not post poems so often...it can be very time consuming. I hope you and your family are keeping well and safe. Thank you for your sincere support, my friend. ~ Warm regards & Hugs // paul

Quoth Theraven

Date: 4/9/2020 9:15:00 AM

Paul, Very nice parable the poem title implores 'Coming to Terms with Reality'. I enjoyed this poem's theme of jilted love, of realization. "And in that instant she saw light, elucidation from above. The loss was his. She would move on. He was not worthy of her love!". But questions remain. If not him, then who? If not now then when? -Richard

Paul Callus
Date: 4/10/2020 5:35:00 PM

You should know by now how a woman's mind works, Richard:) On a more serious note..thank you for the pleasant feedback....Stay safe, and enjoy the weekend. // paul

Jack Horne

Date: 4/1/2020 2:04:00 PM

excellent write, Paul

Paul Callus
Date: 4/1/2020 4:58:00 PM

Thank you, Jack...my last comment for the night, about to strike midnight!!

Eileen Manassian

Date: 3/27/2020 4:47:00 PM

Lovely to read again. I'm glad she decided that she's worth more. You might want to check my poem again... I've done a reading of it. Click on the audio file. :)

Paul Callus
Date: 3/29/2020 4:54:00 AM

Hi Eileen...incidentally yesterday I revisited your poem and was surprised to find your recorded voice...as usual, very pleasant to listen to :) Have a lovely and blessed Sunday. Hugs // paul [what about doing the same with our latest collab!]

Vladislav Raven

Date: 3/23/2020 6:43:00 PM

Hi Paul, this is such a wonderful write from your golden pen. It takes two working together to make any relationship work. I am glad the lady saw the truth in the end and moved on. As always, Paul, your poetry sings, my friend. Have a wonderful Tuesday. Your friend always....Mike.

Paul Callus
Date: 3/25/2020 2:08:00 PM

Thank you, Mike. Even your comments sing, and they are music to this poet's ears! Regards // paul

Rhoda Tripp

Date: 3/16/2020 12:55:00 AM

I knew this one would do well. Congratulations.

Paul Callus
Date: 3/16/2020 4:23:00 PM

Thank you so much, Rhoda. Lovely to have you stopping by. Regards // paul

John Watt

Date: 3/12/2020 11:52:00 PM

Sometimes breakup songs are the best. In this case, a #1 for you. This flows and rhymes so nicely, congrats!

Paul Callus
Date: 3/16/2020 6:02:00 PM

Thank you, John. Best regards // paul

Brenda Chiri

Date: 3/11/2020 9:53:00 PM

Paul congrats on your top win!:)

Paul Callus
Date: 3/12/2020 6:37:00 AM

Thank you, Brenda! You just made my day:) Warm regards // paul

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 3/9/2020 7:15:00 PM

Hello Paul ... another fine poem indeed. Runs so smooth. Well done once again Paul - Lindsay

Paul Callus
Date: 3/12/2020 6:58:00 AM

Many thanks, Lindsay. All the best ~ paul

Carole Duet

Date: 3/6/2020 6:01:00 PM

Wonderful write, Paul, and I love the last line. You are so talented. Good luck in the contest. I think it's a winner for sure.

Paul Callus
Date: 3/7/2020 5:36:00 AM

Thank you, Carole. You are too kind:) Hope you're enjoying the weekend. Regards // paul

Eileen Manassian

Date: 3/6/2020 5:39:00 PM

Superb write. Your talent shines through. She made the right choice.

Paul Callus
Date: 3/7/2020 5:35:00 AM

Thank you so much, dear Eileen. Your encouragement and support are appreciated (so is your sincere friendship). A pleasure to have you posting again. Hugs // paul

Cecilia Macfarlane

Date: 3/6/2020 12:12:00 PM

Brilliant write Paul. If only she would have looked into her crystal ball sooner. Hugs

Paul Callus
Date: 3/7/2020 5:18:00 AM

Thank you, Cecilia. Probably none of us bother to check out things till something happens to draw our attention. Hugs // paul

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 3/6/2020 12:04:00 PM

Good day Paul, it's been forever but here I am. I think your poem is quite right. She needs not to be sad, if one doesn't want to stay, then she is way better off. In my opinion, I think the picture is perfect and gives a moving look from start to finish. #imageryonpoint Love, Linda aka PD

Paul Callus
Date: 3/7/2020 5:16:00 AM

Hi Linda!! It sure has been a while since you were last active on Soup. A pleasure to have you back! Thank you for reading and liking my poem. Hugs // paul

Joseph May

Date: 3/5/2020 8:35:00 PM

Great interpretation of the photo Paul, Winning wishes..

Paul Callus
Date: 3/7/2020 3:58:00 AM

Thank you, Joseph. Regards // paul

Maurice Yvonne

Date: 3/5/2020 7:57:00 AM

You have never failed to impress me. Your talent is massive and all encompassing.

Paul Callus
Date: 3/5/2020 3:03:00 PM

You have always been good to me, Armand, and your support has been and will still be appreciated. Thank you...and take care, my friend. Best regards // paul

Alexis Y.

Date: 3/4/2020 8:20:00 PM

Hi Paul, Taking a chance can bring much heartache. But the experience of being in“love” is worth it, because the “old saying” is true; time does eventually heal wounds. Great ending to a well written write.Best wishes in the contest:-) Alexis

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 3/4/2020 2:03:00 PM

I'm glad she saw the light in the end. Sometimes the truth evades us and we need a sign. A brilliant write and a certain win Paul! Also an absolute fav. Warm regards, and hugs, Jenny.

Paul Callus
Date: 3/4/2020 4:43:00 PM

Thank you, Jenny, not only for the lovely comments, but also for the fav and the faith you have in it! ~ Warm regards & Hugs // paul

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 3/4/2020 12:53:00 PM

- Yes, the loss was his ... very well written, Paul - Good luck in the contest :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Paul Callus
Date: 3/4/2020 4:20:00 PM

Thank you, Anne-Lise. Regards & Hugs // paul

Vijay Pandit

Date: 3/4/2020 6:46:00 AM

I like your interpretation on this theme Paul--heartbreak and confusion but ultimate revelation of true feelings. All the best, Paul.

Paul Callus
Date: 3/4/2020 11:59:00 AM

Thank you for reading and liking, Vijay. I very much liked your interpretation of this same picture prompt. Regards // paul

Tom Cunningham

Date: 3/3/2020 8:58:00 PM

Sometimes you don't realise until youve been together a while, they say love is blind, how true. Good luck Paul. Tom

Paul Callus
Date: 3/4/2020 11:57:00 AM

Thank you, Tom. Best regards // paul

Lacy Dream

Date: 3/3/2020 7:08:00 PM

Love it

Paul Callus
Date: 3/4/2020 10:20:00 AM

Pleased you found it to your liking, LD. Pleased to make your acquaintance. // paul

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 3/3/2020 6:59:00 PM

I agree, love is a two way street Paul. If only one is in it, its nothing but heart ache, Winning wishes are being sent your way, Have a blessed evening too xo

Paul Callus
Date: 3/4/2020 10:19:00 AM

Thank you, Vienna. Love can be blind, and when at last eyes start seeing clearly, it is usually too late. Thank you for stopping by....warm regards /x/ paul