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Double-Dealer

Dangerously cunning, dressed to kill, she plans his downfall, relying on debilitating strength. Driven by greed she acts: Deft hand of betrayal dealt by a femme fatal. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Contest: Pleiades - D Sponsor: Kim Merryman Placed 3rd © 29th August 2016

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Freddie Robinson Jr.

Date: 11/8/2016 3:35:00 PM

Exquisite poem, Paul. The thematic scope is so richly deep, and you plumbed it well. Very good job on this outstanding work of art. Love your work, my friend. Many blessings of love to you. RW

Paul Callus
Date: 11/9/2016 3:37:00 PM

I am pleased that you like this short offering, Freddie. In history one comes across many a woman who can be classed as a temptress and a femme fatal. Regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 9/2/2016 8:30:00 PM

I can see this one had great thought and work put into it. Congrats on your fine win, Paul

Paul Callus
Date: 9/3/2016 6:32:00 AM

Thank you, Andrea; it was a pleasure to share this podium finish with you:) Regards // paul

Joseph May

Date: 9/1/2016 8:58:00 PM

Congrats on your win Paul

Paul Callus
Date: 9/2/2016 2:49:00 PM

Thank you for stopping by with congrats, Joseph. All the best. // paul

Kim Merryman

Date: 9/1/2016 6:18:00 PM

Paul, An excellent write, almost like a story in a poem. Your lines were smooth flowing and your topic unique. Congrats on your 3rd place win! Blessings!

Paul Callus
Date: 9/2/2016 2:49:00 PM

I love your feedback on my winning entry, Kim! So pleased to have made it to your winners' list:) Thank you. Blessings...and enjoy the weekend. // paul

Caycay Jennings

Date: 9/1/2016 4:30:00 PM

Ew la la - this reminds me of the perfect female character on a soap operas! I truly enjoyed reading it and congratulate you on your placement ... CayCay

Paul Callus
Date: 9/1/2016 5:51:00 PM

This is my last reply for the night, CayCay (12.51am over here). Thank you for reading and enjoying my double-dealer. Regards and goodnight. // paul

Laura Hay

Date: 9/1/2016 9:25:00 AM

Well done on your placement for this contest Paul another great poem! Well done, warm regards, Laura.

Paul Callus
Date: 9/1/2016 12:30:00 PM

Thank you, Laura. A while ago I enjoyed your latest poem...you rocked me:) Warm regards // paul

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 9/1/2016 4:20:00 AM

- A exciting Pleiades - Congratulations on your placement in the contest, with this excellent write Paul :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Paul Callus
Date: 9/1/2016 12:16:00 PM

Your congrats and lovely comments are truly appreciated, Anne-Lise:) Thank you! Hugs // paul

Kai Michael Neumann

Date: 9/1/2016 4:02:00 AM

Well written. Good vent. Congratulations, Kai

Paul Callus
Date: 9/1/2016 12:14:00 PM

Thank you for stopping by with congrats and nice comments, Kai. Regards // paul

Ravi Sathasivam

Date: 9/1/2016 2:08:00 AM

Excellent story. Well penned. Enjoyed reading it. Thanks for sharing it.

Paul Callus
Date: 9/1/2016 12:13:00 PM

Thank you for the lovely comments, Ravi. All the best. // paul

Janis Thompson

Date: 9/1/2016 12:55:00 AM

Done well, Paul, done well. Congratulations.

Paul Callus
Date: 9/1/2016 11:49:00 AM

Your congratulations and nice comments are appreciated, Janis. Thank you. Regards // paul

Viv Wigley

Date: 9/1/2016 12:30:00 AM

Deftly done, deeply dark, congrats, Paul! Regards, vIV

Paul Callus
Date: 9/1/2016 11:48:00 AM

Thank you for the positive feedback and congrats, Viv. Regards // paul

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 9/1/2016 12:12:00 AM

Ohhhh a mysterious Pleiades. Terrific Paul,congratulations on your win!

Paul Callus
Date: 9/1/2016 11:46:00 AM

Thank you for liking, Connie, and for the congrats. I was pleased to see your winning entry flying high with the best:) Regards // paul

Lu Loo

Date: 8/31/2016 7:56:00 PM

Paul, wonderfully written dear man :) congrats on your placement! :)-luloo

Paul Callus
Date: 9/1/2016 11:45:00 AM

Thank you, Laura:) Your entry did you proud!! ~ Regards // paul

Winged Warrior

Date: 8/30/2016 2:45:00 PM

Reminds me of someone I used to know lol...great Pleiades Paul...god bless...^WW^

Paul Callus
Date: 8/30/2016 3:21:00 PM

Pleased with your visit and comments, WW:) I pity anyone having to deal with a double-dealer! Regards // paul

Nette Onclaud

Date: 8/30/2016 11:15:00 AM

ohh, i like the sinister tone of this pleiades; well done, paul.. huggs

Paul Callus
Date: 8/30/2016 11:59:00 AM

Thank you for your lovely feedback, Nette:) Hugs // paul

Agnes Krampe

Date: 8/29/2016 4:51:00 PM

oh, nice take on the pleiades, Paul.

Paul Callus
Date: 8/29/2016 5:51:00 PM

Glad you like it, Agnes. Regards and goodnight...almost 1am here! // paul

Tim Smith

Date: 8/29/2016 4:19:00 PM

Very good Paul...a terrific story in so few words

Paul Callus
Date: 8/29/2016 5:50:00 PM

Thank you for reading and liking, Tim. Regards // paul