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Deliquescence: To Thaw a Frozen Heart

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

December 31, 2017 at 1:12 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

December 31, 2017 at 2:15 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

April 22, 2017 at 10:44 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

April 22, 2017 at 4:19 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

March 31, 2017 at 4:00 PM

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

Paul Callus

April 1, 2017 at 5:13 AM

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

Connie Marcum Wong

March 31, 2017 at 3:52 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

April 1, 2017 at 5:09 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

March 29, 2017 at 5:28 AM

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

Paul Callus

March 29, 2017 at 7:12 AM

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

Joseph May

March 26, 2017 at 6:24 PM

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

Paul Callus

March 27, 2017 at 3:44 PM

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

Carolyn Devonshire

March 26, 2017 at 12:27 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

March 26, 2017 at 4:00 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