D-Day In Malta:::Co-Write

We met in Valletta city on a fine November day
Introductions...hugs and kisses; we got talking straight away.
All agreed to go sight-seeing – architecture , harbour view
Made a stop to buy an ice-cream where there is a constant queue .
We strolled on and at Cordina’s chose al fresco to sit down
Next to regal Queen Victoria, a stone lady with a crown.
Drinks were ordered and pastizzi, which were followed by some cakes
Freshly baked and appetizing, all adorned with chocolate flakes.
We were served by cherub Fabio busy running out and in
Second time the badge said Mario, then we found that he’s his twin.
Jan and hubby soaked the sunshine, the Calluses hugged the shade
Those around spoke multilingual, a musician plied his trade.
We stayed there and spoke for ages, watched the tourists walking by.
Valentina took our photos; she is young and sweet as pie.

Jan and Bob will be returning in two years on Malta’s shore
Although Maurice has predicted it will be a year before!
They will then be celebrating married bliss with silver ware
All on Soup will be invited; this occasion is to share.
That’s a promise made for keeping – friends will meet for sure once more
We shall have some cake and snickers; sweet surprises lie in store!

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Fun poem ~ co-written by Paul-Jan-Valentina  on 2/11/2014
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Lamoureux Avatar
November 9, 2014 at 11:49 AM
I felt like I was there! I loved both the warmth an imagery. Bravo to all on this Colaberation.
Callus Avatar
November 9, 2014 at 12:51 PM
Light poetry makes for a good read; no great heights of poetry are expected and the reader accepts what's on offer without reservations! Txs for your warm visit. // paul
Andresen Avatar
November 7, 2014 at 8:33 AM
- Sounded so nice ..... Malta .... here I come !!! - A great poem, Paul :) - Have a lovely weekend :) - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Callus Avatar
November 7, 2014 at 2:43 PM
You are welcome here any time, Anne Lise!! (I like watching the Norway airline planes landing here and seeing the portraits of famous people painted on the tails.) May you have a lovely weekend, too! /x/ paul
Onclaud Avatar
November 7, 2014 at 3:10 AM
worthy of the POTD, paul... so heartfelt and full of moving lines!.. this is a wonderful experience for you and jan...congrats!
Callus Avatar
November 7, 2014 at 2:46 PM
Thank you Nette! So glad to have you stopping by! Yes, meeting Jan has been an enriching and lovely experience! Have a nice weekend. // paul
Mansfield Avatar
November 6, 2014 at 9:11 AM
Hi there Paul. What a delightful read. I was in Valletta last night too and i can almost feel your steps and the delight that is Cafe Cordina opposite the regal Biblioteca. Thank you for the lovely poem.
Callus Avatar
November 8, 2014 at 5:01 AM
Hi Thomas! Thank you for stopping by and for your lovely comments. Nobody can really appreciate the beauty that Valletta contains without having been to it and experienced it in person. Have a nice day (although the weather is not so agreeable!) // paul
Dunn Avatar
November 5, 2014 at 8:54 PM
Hey Paul I posted a thank you poem for you for all your support it's a thank you for all your wonderful comments, I got a gold metal for it I hope you enjoy it. cheri it's called Frogger
Callus Avatar
November 8, 2014 at 5:32 AM
Hi Cherl! Thank you very much for being so sweet and considerate!:) I visited "Frogger" and really enjoyed it. No wonder you got a gold medal for it! Have a lovely weekend. // paul
Dietrich Avatar
November 5, 2014 at 7:55 PM
oh, and poem of the day?? BIG congrats.
Callus Avatar
November 8, 2014 at 5:53 AM
:))) thank you......shows that on Soup there is space for light/fun poetry, also!
Dietrich Avatar
November 5, 2014 at 7:55 PM
gosh, I wish I could be there for that reunion. I can't even hardly get out of the state of utah!! VEry nice to read about his, paul. Great descriptions of the day.
Callus Avatar
November 8, 2014 at 6:03 AM
Andrea...meeting lovely people from Soup can be such a pleasant and enriching experience; meeting Jan has been exactly that. Who knows...we might meet one day...never say never!! // paul
Bateman Avatar
November 5, 2014 at 4:42 PM
Paul-Jan-Valentina, Congratulations on Poem of the Day!! Most wonderful indeed!! Cheers, Gary
Callus Avatar
November 8, 2014 at 6:17 AM
Thank you Gary....Poem of the Day came as a surprise, considering this is only a fun poem! Cheers! // paul
Kayode Avatar
November 5, 2014 at 10:29 AM
Congrats Paul,nice to see this lovely one on this page today,it is an honour deserved. Kudos.
Callus Avatar
November 8, 2014 at 6:42 AM
Thank you Kayod5; very lovely of you to stop by. Have a lovely day. // paul
Walker  Avatar
November 5, 2014 at 10:07 AM
Very nice all. Congratulations on being feature as poem of the day... Verlena
Callus Avatar
November 7, 2014 at 2:31 PM
Thank you Verlena; your visits are always welcome. // paul
Ink-U-Script Avatar
November 5, 2014 at 9:50 AM
A lovely write indeed...congrats on the poem of the day!!!!
Callus Avatar
November 7, 2014 at 2:16 PM
Glad you enjoyed Pace; thanks for stopping by. // paul
Allison Avatar
November 5, 2014 at 7:29 AM
Paul, Valentina it was wonderful to write with you but so so so much better to spend time with you and your wonderful family. i have such precious memories. Thank you:-) hugs jan xxx
Allison Avatar
November 7, 2014 at 2:08 PM
The feeling is mutual Paul and love and hugs back to you and your lovely family:-) Hugs Jan xxx
Callus Avatar
November 7, 2014 at 2:06 PM
Hi Jan.....First impressions mean a lot to me, and at first sight I knew that you were special! may these memories stay forever clear in our minds. hugs.......paul ps...Valentina sends you a big X.
Meade Avatar
November 5, 2014 at 7:11 AM
Sounds like a delightful time . . . precious memories to savor . . . all the best to the three writer-travelers . . .
Callus Avatar
November 7, 2014 at 2:00 PM
Thanks for stopping by, David. Yes, we all had a most enjoyable time together!! // paul
Mcdaid Avatar
November 5, 2014 at 7:08 AM
beautifully painted picture paul congratulations on poem of the day dear friend
Callus Avatar
November 7, 2014 at 1:46 PM
Thank you Liam; poem of the day is an extra bonus! glad that our fun poem has been appreciated. // paul
Roper Avatar
November 5, 2014 at 6:33 AM
Very nice Paul, congratulations on poem of the day. Sounds like a good time. :) love and hugs eve
Callus Avatar
November 7, 2014 at 1:32 PM
Thank you Eve...oh, yes....we really had a good time!! Pity we can't have a Soup reunion! Hugs /x/ paul
Yvonne Avatar
November 5, 2014 at 5:10 AM
Congratulations to all three of you writting and then being chosen as poem of the day.
Callus Avatar
November 7, 2014 at 1:30 PM
txs :)))
Yvonne Avatar
November 5, 2014 at 5:08 AM
Great write Paul, Jan and Valentina of course it went straight to my faves.
Callus Avatar
November 7, 2014 at 1:29 PM
Thank you Maurice...glad you enjoyed...and extra thanks for the fav + wishes on pod!! // paul
Smith Avatar
November 5, 2014 at 3:49 AM
Woohoo... Congrats to all three on sharing this trip with us....
Cruz Avatar
November 5, 2014 at 2:22 AM
very nice Paul. congradulations on poem of the day
Mcunu Avatar
November 5, 2014 at 1:39 AM
Wow ..Great work ...Malta bestow your beauty to my aging eyes.
Devonshire Avatar
November 4, 2014 at 12:01 PM
Dear Paul, I'm so happy you and Jan had a chance to meet and enjoy the sites in Malta. With so many friends on the Soup, we all have people to meet no matter where we go. You had me giggling with the Fabio/Mario twins. Thank you for sharing this special visit with us. I feel like I was there with you - and wish I had been! Awesome collaboration for all three of you! Love, Carolyn
Allison Avatar
November 4, 2014 at 2:51 PM
Hi Carolyn. Paul and his family are absolutely delightful - we all hit it off from the moment we met on Sunday and they came and waved us off at the airport today - can't wait until we visit again:-) Hugs Jan xx
A. Sharma Avatar
November 4, 2014 at 8:33 AM
So lovely Paul! Memorable moments beautifully penned! Sweet Valentina also there, jan n U, must hv been awesome! Envy thy name is Upma! Luking forward to meet u somewhere in my lifetime!
Guillermo - Fraser Avatar
November 4, 2014 at 12:53 AM
wow!!! :D so love the picture.. :D!!! I wish I too can be there :O!
Smith Avatar
November 3, 2014 at 6:04 PM
What a fabulous piece...Sounds like a great time had by all....It would be great to meet all of you...cheers and hugs Tim
Allison Avatar
November 4, 2014 at 2:50 AM
2016 Tim:-) hugs Jan x
Petersen Potter Avatar
November 3, 2014 at 5:15 PM
It sounds like lots of fun here, Paul. A very delightful poem! Enjoyed it all, my dear friend. I wish I could fly to Malta and meet you in person and your lovely family and Jan. Love and hugs! ;) xxxx D.
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