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Dandelion Head

a cluster of dreams
waiting for a puff of wind -
the freedom to roam


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Angela Crabtree

November 10, 2020 at 6:08 PM

A great poem, Paul. I loved blowing those in the wind when I was growing up :)

Paul Callus

November 12, 2020 at 10:22 AM

Thank you, Angela. I must admit I've been guilty of doing the same even in older age:) Regards // paul

Susan Ashley

October 22, 2020 at 8:12 PM

Dear Paul, I admire and adore your vivid pen and I enjoy even more what your artistry does to my heart and imagination, as they now fly on a puff of poetic wind.. This goes into my favs!! Warmest wishes and hugs always my sweet friend.. ~Susan

Paul Callus

November 9, 2020 at 8:36 AM

Thank you dear Susan! I'm so glad that my work somehow manages to reach within your mind and heart. It is wonderful that we can inspire one another through the sharing of words. Thank you also for the fav. ~Warm regards & hugs // paul

Robert Lindley

August 10, 2020 at 9:56 AM

I remember my daughter at a very early age always wanting to blow on them to see- "the snow fly daddy", as she would so very happily say. Your poetic words stirred such a beloved memory my friend. Thanks... God bless... A fav...

Paul Callus

August 10, 2020 at 1:00 PM

Thank you for stopping by, Robert...your comments and fav are appreciated, so is the sharing of your personal memories. Regards my friend // paul

Jennifer Proxenos

August 8, 2020 at 7:19 AM

I love looking at them. but unfortunately I get bad sinus problems if I go near. Your imagination and talent for writing any form or style of poetry is truly awesome Warm regard and hugs Jennifer..

Paul Callus

August 9, 2020 at 1:04 PM

Thank you for the lovely complimentary comments, Jenny. Always a pleasure to have you visiting. Warm regards & Hugs // paul

Harry Horsman

August 6, 2020 at 1:48 AM

I came back to read this Paul, good job i did, i've already left a comment, but cannot find it,,,anyhow, brilliant haiku and congratulations, on being a winner..

Paul Callus

August 6, 2020 at 2:01 PM

Thank you, Harry. So pleased that you found it to your liking. Best regards // paul

Darlene De Beaulieu

August 5, 2020 at 11:13 AM

Hello Paul Callus, I have dreams some repeats. i wish I could figure out my dreams.Regards Darlene

Darlene De Beaulieu

August 7, 2020 at 10:31 AM

Hello Paul, yes I would find it interesting. Thank you for telling me. Regards Darlene

Paul Callus

August 6, 2020 at 1:53 PM

Thank you for visiting, Darlene. There are people who like interpreting dreams (some for a fee!!). Lately I came across a book called "The Dreamer's Dictionary", bet you would find it interesting:) Regards // paul

Phyllis Babcock

August 2, 2020 at 4:16 PM

These suckers like to roam for sure. Mostly find my lawn and think they are giving me lovely yellow flowers. lol love phyl

Paul Callus

August 6, 2020 at 2:03 PM

I am sure all plants have good intentions when they set out to 'please', Phyllis:) Some, such as dandelions, can be somewhat overzealous! Regards // paul

Line Gauthier

August 2, 2020 at 5:20 AM

Clever write, Paul. Love it.

Paul Callus

August 6, 2020 at 2:03 PM

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

Judy Ball

July 31, 2020 at 9:41 AM

Love this Paul Dandelions are great. They have beautiful flowers and if you make a wish and puff on the seed heads if all of them float away your wish will come true. Also there is more iron in the leaves than in spinach. You can eat them in a salad or boil them and eat them with a boiled egg like spinach. Great poem.God Bless and good luck in the contest. JB

Paul Callus

August 6, 2020 at 2:08 PM

Thank you for reading and for the feedback, Judy. Yes, dandelions are good to eat, especially raw, when they are fresh and young. They can also be steamed or added to a stir-fry. ~ Best regards // paul

Constance La France

July 29, 2020 at 5:06 PM

Paul, congratulations on your placement in my haiku contest and I love that image too _Constance

Paul Callus

August 6, 2020 at 1:36 PM

Thank you, Constance. That photo by Richard inspired this haiku. Regards // paul

Paghunda Zahid

July 28, 2020 at 9:12 PM

Puff of wind which will give them wings and freedom. Nice write.

Paul Callus

August 6, 2020 at 1:34 PM

Thank you, Paghunda. Best regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich

July 28, 2020 at 5:26 PM

oh I see it was photographed by Richard. He is so extra talented. And CONGRATs to YOU for your win.

Paul Callus

August 2, 2020 at 3:47 PM

:) Thank you Andrea. Regards // paul

Aditi Mishra

July 28, 2020 at 12:19 PM

I love how deeply your metaphors paint that cluster of dreams Paul. Congratulations on your win :)

Paul Callus

August 2, 2020 at 3:39 PM

Than you, Aditi. Both your lovely comments and congrats are appreciated. ~ Warm regards // paul

Carolyn Devonshire

July 28, 2020 at 8:27 AM

We used to call these "milkweeds" when I was a child. It was always fun to see them released into the air. Sometimes we gave the wind a bit of help :) Your haiku skills are remarkable! Hugs, Carolyn

Paul Callus

August 2, 2020 at 2:55 PM

Thank you for the lovely feedback and congrats, Carolyn. Hope you are keeping well; I've been very busy, so pls excuse the late reply. Hugs // paul

Carolyn Devonshire

July 28, 2020 at 8:28 AM

And I see congratulations are in order! Way to go, Paul.

Quoth Theraven

July 28, 2020 at 8:11 AM

Paul, You described the effortless roam so effortlessly. -Richard

Paul Callus

August 2, 2020 at 2:52 PM

Thank you, Richard. Best regards // paul

V. Deepa

July 27, 2020 at 1:36 AM

Hello Paul sir, Back to you with my Congratulations:-)Keep inspiring.Warmest regards:-)

Paul Callus

July 27, 2020 at 10:43 AM

Double thanks for a double visit, Deepa :) Your congrats and encouraging words are truly appreciated :) Warm regards // paul

Jenish Somadas

July 26, 2020 at 10:54 PM

Lovely write Paul.. Poetry at its best.. Congrats...

Paul Callus

July 27, 2020 at 12:07 PM

Thank you Jenish. Best regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich

July 26, 2020 at 7:47 PM

so lovely and the picture with it, Paul.

Paul Callus

July 27, 2020 at 12:13 PM

Thank you, Andrea. Have you noticed who the photographer is? :) ~ Warm regards // paul

Eve Roper

July 26, 2020 at 4:21 PM

Great imagery, Paul, congratulations on your win with these beautiful verse. Hugs Eve

Paul Callus

July 27, 2020 at 12:18 PM

Thank you, Eve. I enjoyed your 'rainbow' offering:) Regards & Hugs // paul

Jan Allison

July 26, 2020 at 4:16 PM

wow I've just seen the pic and it is exceptional just like your wonderful poem, many congrats on your win Paul:-) hugs Jan xx

Paul Callus

July 27, 2020 at 1:56 PM

That is so generous of you, Jan...thank you! I just noticed that your winning entry has been chosen as p.o.t.d.!! Well done! Hugs // paul

Michelle Faulkner

July 26, 2020 at 3:24 PM

'a cluster of dreams' - how evocative, congrats!

Paul Callus

July 26, 2020 at 3:43 PM

Thank you, Michelle. I enjoyed your winning entry, too. Regards // paul

Tom Cunningham

July 26, 2020 at 1:21 PM

Back with congrats Paul, I just realised who took the brilliant pic accompanying your haiku. Tom

Paul Callus

July 26, 2020 at 3:45 PM

Thank you, Tom. Yes...our Soup friend Richard is multi talented! Regards // paul

Anne-Lise Andresen

July 26, 2020 at 11:03 AM

- Congratulations on your great haiku, Paul :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Paul Callus

July 26, 2020 at 4:03 PM

Thank you, Anne-Lise :) Hugs // paul

Jack Horne

July 26, 2020 at 10:41 AM

love this upbeat write, Paul

Paul Callus

July 26, 2020 at 3:47 PM

Glad you enjoyed, my friend; thank you. Regards // paul

Kim Rodrigues

July 25, 2020 at 1:37 PM

Lovely!

Paul Callus

July 26, 2020 at 4:03 PM

Thank you, Kim. Best regards / paul

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