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Deliquescence: To Thaw a Frozen Heart

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@ Life is Beautiful

Detached from reality
He gazes haughtily
From the cold aloofness
Of his desolate pinnacle...
Far below
Dressed in vivid green and mauve
She patiently waits
Yearning to catch his wandering eye.

His face is stone cold, snow white
And yet he seems to notice me
A fledgling meadow
Needing sustenance to survive...
May passion's fire grow to melt his heart
So I, too, may thrive
And add a touch of colour
To his world of black and white.

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Co-written by Paul Callus & Carolyn Devonshire 

© March 2017

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Susan Ashley

Date: 12/31/2017 1:12:00 PM

Paul, such a breathtaking collaboration with Carolyn. Also, I must give you high marks for the use of a favorite word; 'deliquescence' - a real gem :) This beauty is more than skin deep.. an enticing and captivating poem.. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Paul Callus
Date: 12/31/2017 2:15:00 PM

Thank you, Susan. This poem was inspired by a beautiful picture which I found on Twitter. Carolyn and I have been co-writing for nearly 4yrs and we've had some of our collaborations published this year in an anthology. I suggested 'deliquescence' for a title; she suggested 'To Thaw a Frozen Heart'; both were adequate, so we joined them together! ~ Here the new year starts in just under 3hrs time....counting:) ~ Warm regards // paul

Chris Hagy

Date: 4/22/2017 10:44:00 AM

This is lovely Paul :) Seems you and Carolyn have a good partnership with poetry :)...well done to both of you, and great pix!

Paul Callus
Date: 4/22/2017 4:19:00 PM

I am so glad you loved this poem, Chris. Carolyn and I have co-written several poems, though, as yet, not all have been posted on this site. Thank you for a lovely visit and enjoy the weekend:) Regards // paul

Constance La France

Date: 3/31/2017 4:00:00 PM

Paul and Carolyn how utterly beautiful and so is that image~

Paul Callus
Date: 4/1/2017 5:13:00 AM

Thank you, Constance...so pleased that you like it. Have a lovely weekend. Regards // paul

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 3/31/2017 3:52:00 PM

Wow!!! Carolyn and Paul, this is truly an awesome collaboration! It is so impressive how you have blended your verses with such superb synergy. I am in awe! The picture adds the perfect touch. A fave for me! 7 ; )

Paul Callus
Date: 4/1/2017 5:09:00 AM

Thank you for a truly lovely reaction, Connie! It was this picture which started the ball rolling! The fave and high rating are much appreciated. Regards:) paul

Maria Williams

Date: 3/29/2017 5:28:00 AM

Great collaboration, I really enjoyed the beautiful idea, and the meaning behind it.

Paul Callus
Date: 3/29/2017 7:12:00 AM

Welcome to my page, Maria...and thank you for your lovely comments. Regards // paul

Joseph May

Date: 3/26/2017 6:24:00 PM

Beautiful collaboration...I enjoyed the read...A7

Paul Callus
Date: 3/27/2017 3:44:00 PM

A double thank you, Joseph, for stopping here and also at Carolyn's own post; truly appreciated. Regards // paul

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 3/26/2017 12:27:00 PM

Thank you for providing inspiration, Paul. It's always a pleasure writing with you and I'm pleased to see poets are enjoying our verse. Hugs, Carolyn

Paul Callus
Date: 3/26/2017 4:00:00 PM

I should be the one to say thank you, Carolyn. You are so easy to write with, and I find that we prop up each other with ease. I, too, am pleased with the complimentary feedback. Goodnight and hugs // paul