Paul Callus Poet Quatrain

Dandelions

Sustained by the frequent spring showers
Adorned by rosettes of dark green
They burst into dense yellow flowers
The florets parading their sheen.

They sway to sensations of pleasure 
The rhythmic allure of the breeze
Then rest in the evening at leisure,
Appear every day to increase.

But soon comes the time for reversal
The petals are destined to dry,
Then globules of seeds for dispersal
To nature’s intentions comply.


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This poem merits to win for the simple reason that
dandelions are ill-treated and spoken of badly by
many people, little realizing the beauty and good points
which they have to share with us. 			

Placed 3rd in Richard Lamoureux's contest 
© 12th April 2019

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Angela Crabtree December 5, 2020 at 4:31 PM I like when the dandelions bloom. Great poem, Paul :) Paul Callus December 7, 2020 at 2:45 PM I have always looked at dandelions as lovely and inspiring flowers, Angela. Thank you for reading and liking. Regards // paul

Maurice Rigoler November 19, 2019 at 11:39 AM I think dandelions are beautiful. Where I live they, as much as violets, are a harbinger of spring. Unfortunately lawn fanatics can't wait to spray a herbicide on their lawns and kill them. Wonderful flow and rhymes in this poem, Paul. / M Paul Callus November 22, 2019 at 4:08 PM Thank you, Maurice. Your feedback is truly appreciated. Glad you enjoyed. Regards // paul

Lindsay Laurie May 27, 2019 at 11:08 PM Hello Paul … I enjoyed the rhythm of your poem and the topic also. Even though the dandelion can be despised, many of us poets write about dandelions. I think they are wonderful - thank you Paul - Lindsay Paul Callus May 28, 2019 at 7:35 AM Thank you for reading, enjoying and commenting, Lindsay. Maybe I could tempt you to try dandelion wine:) Regards // paul

Darlene De Beaulieu May 9, 2019 at 1:40 PM Hello Paul, I love this poem. Dandelions brightens up a dull lawn. people eat the leaves, and make the wine. all from this weed. have a nice day my friend. Paul Callus May 9, 2019 at 1:50 PM Yes, there are many uses for dandelions, Darlene. Thank you for stopping by. Regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich May 7, 2019 at 2:29 PM Just back to say hello. Have to rush today and I am sure I have seen all your recent poems I can see! Paul Callus May 7, 2019 at 3:29 PM :) :)

Andrea Dietrich May 4, 2019 at 3:36 PM Is this another non-winner? I think mine was too. You did wonderfully with the theme, Paul. I like that you made it succinct as well. I think I will get off here now for the day. So much else I should be doing, like for example, writing some poems!!! Thanks again for your fave. Paul Callus May 7, 2019 at 3:28 PM Thank you for coming back, Andrea....funny, but I am sure that I had replied to your original comment! You hit the nail on the head...another non-winner, I'm afraid! Pleased that you enjoyed it. ~ Warm regards // paul

Jennifer Proxenos April 27, 2019 at 8:17 AM Hi Paul, Spring is in the air, flowers pop up everywhere, and then die only to disperse their seeds, which will germinate and hibernate until Spring awakens them again next year - a never ending circle of seasons and flowers. A serene and beautiful poem Paul. Warm regard and hugs, Jenny. Paul Callus April 27, 2019 at 8:56 AM Indeed, spring is in the air, Jenny!! The weather here has gradually changed, and now it is mostly fine and warm...time to start swimming:) Thank you for your delightful comments, my friend. Warm regards & Hugs // paul

Eileen Manassian April 25, 2019 at 7:18 AM Loved the flow. You always do so well with that, my dear. Beautiful choice of words as well. Sending hugs Paul Callus April 25, 2019 at 9:21 AM Dear Eileen...how lovely to see you back! You have been missed, though I understand your life has been a busy one. Thank you for your lovely comments. Regards & Hugs // paul

Connie Marcum Wong April 24, 2019 at 4:23 AM This poem has the lyrical quality that I search for in poetry Paul. I can't believe it wasn't on the list. It is going into my faves. Just beautiful tribute to the dandelion! : ) xxoo Paul Callus April 24, 2019 at 8:49 AM I am so pleased that you liked it, Connie, and the fav is much appreciated....thank you!! ~ Warm regards // paul

Kelly Deschler April 18, 2019 at 7:16 PM A wonderful poem and an absolute joy to read! Loved the rhyming in this, too!! ... Good luck in the contest Paul! Paul Callus April 19, 2019 at 7:01 AM Thank you for your lovely comments, Kelly. A pleasure to have you visiting. Hope all is well on your side of the fence :) Warm regards // paul

Richard Lamoureux April 18, 2019 at 9:42 AM Ha ha, I hope it tastes better than others I have tried. Paul Callus April 18, 2019 at 4:04 PM Of course, nothing beats grape wine!

Robert Lindley April 17, 2019 at 8:15 PM Exquisitely done my great friend! They burst forth it seems almost overnight, parade their worth and then cast their seeds. Your description nails it.. A fav.. Paul Callus April 18, 2019 at 4:05 PM I'm so pleased to have you stopping by, my friend. Thank you for the comments and the fav. Wishing you a happy Easter. // paul

Anne-Lise Andresen April 17, 2019 at 11:57 AM - Dandelion is really a sunshine smile ... - A beautiful poem, Paul :) - GL in the contest :) - I wish you a wonderful Easter :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Paul Callus April 17, 2019 at 3:26 PM Thank you for reading and liking, Anne-Lise:) May you also have a happy Easter. Hugs // paul

Richard Lamoureux April 17, 2019 at 9:50 AM You make dandelions cool. Paul Callus April 17, 2019 at 3:27 PM Thank you, Richard....and I make dandelion wine, too :) Regards // paul

Joanna Daniel April 17, 2019 at 3:59 AM Very nicely done, Paul:) Paul Callus April 17, 2019 at 7:42 AM Pleased you liked it, Jo. Thank you and regards // paul

Richard Evans April 16, 2019 at 7:06 PM Nice Paul. Vivid and personal. Just the way I like it. Paul Callus April 17, 2019 at 7:42 AM Thank you, Richard. I have just been reading several of your poems (though did not comment on all) which for lack of time I had somewhat neglected. Regards // paul

Nette Onclaud April 14, 2019 at 7:17 PM delicately crafted to highlight a dandelion's transformation... this is a gem, paul... huggs Paul Callus April 15, 2019 at 8:11 AM Thank you, Nette. Your lovely comments make this second visit even more appreciated. Hugs // paul

Besma Riabi Dziri April 14, 2019 at 1:11 PM A wonderful painting by an artist! I can see your brush drawing and colouring your well chosen and effective words.. I can see your dandelions dancing with the breeze then "complying with nature" to meet their fate! But your "Dandelions" won't "disperse or dry"! rather stand tall in the realm of beauty and poetry.. A win and a FAV. Deepest regards, Paul, and blessings. Paul Callus April 14, 2019 at 1:34 PM Your insightful comments encourage no end, Besma, and the fav is very much appreciated, too. ~ Warm regards and blessings to you as well. // paul

Jennifer Proxenos April 13, 2019 at 2:35 PM I think that Chuck Melugin in his comment below has summed up both you and your poem Paul, absolutely breathtaking - good luck in the contest. Warm regards and poetry hugs, Jenny. Paul Callus April 14, 2019 at 1:19 PM You are too kind, my friend :) Always a pleasure to read your comments. Warm regards & Hugs // paul

Edlynn Nau April 13, 2019 at 12:41 PM Paul: So enjoyed this. Wonderful images and rhyme scheme. I love that you gave us their natural cycle. I live where we put dandelions in salads and make dandelion wine (which is like drinking salad from a bottle). This was just delightful! Paul Callus April 14, 2019 at 1:03 PM Thank you, Edlynn. I have tried dandelion wine...I suppose the taste depends a lot on who makes it:) Hope you're enjoying the weekend. Regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich April 13, 2019 at 12:28 PM oh I would love it if the film went to Malta. I see no new poem of yours to read and I am just here making final comments (I don't actually leave till tomorrow morning and soon I am going with the grandkids to see Dumbo!!) Ciao, Paul. Paul Callus April 14, 2019 at 12:53 PM I presume you are now on your way, Andrea. Have a good time! Best regards // paul

Chuck Melugin April 13, 2019 at 10:19 AM Bloom Beauty complemented by poetic beauty from an awesome poet! Paul Callus April 14, 2019 at 12:54 PM Thank you for the generous comments, Chuck...much appreciated. Regards // paul

Tom Cunningham April 13, 2019 at 12:28 AM The humble dandelion gets a bad press but I think its a bright little flower that brings colour to the garden. Tom Paul Callus April 13, 2019 at 5:05 AM You are right, Tom. I have learned to appreciate wild flowers since I began taking more interest in their visible and not so visible characteristics. I have even made a whole collection of the wild flowers growing in my locality. Regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich April 12, 2019 at 5:49 PM You described the process exactly, Paul. Very nicely done! And well metered too. I came here to thank you for your words at Carolyn's blog and also to tell you about the trailers. Richard had me write 5 or 6 poems for trailers. But I suppose only if the movie sells will those trailers ever be seen. I have not seen if he even did them or not. Crossing my fingers anyway!! Paul Callus April 13, 2019 at 4:48 AM Thank you, Andrea. Whatever the outcome of the film, you are already a winner in my eyes. I keep hoping that this film will take part in the Malta Film Festival or the Valletta Film Festival, both of which have become popular. Regards // paul

Nette Onclaud April 12, 2019 at 4:36 PM ohh yes, you covered the beauty and frailty of this flower, paul... such an incredible read!...huggs Paul Callus April 12, 2019 at 5:03 PM Your generous words are appreciated, Nette:) Thank you. Have a lovely weekend. Hugs // paul

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