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Earth Prayer

Benevolent sky
Drench my arid body 
With abundant tears. 
Let emotions sprout anew…
Flowers will bloom in gratitude.

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Poem written in Gogyohka form.

Entered for Brian Strand's contest
February 2021
Placed 1st

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Timothy Hicks

March 23, 2021 at 7:19 PM

Gogyohka is certainly foreign to me ... but you writing a beautiful poem that places first isn't :) May those 'emotions' keep sprouting!

Paul Callus

May 20, 2021 at 12:10 PM

Thank you so much, Timothy; your comments are a poem in themselves. Regards // paul

Susan Ashley

March 16, 2021 at 10:41 AM

Dear Paul, your gifted pen, in all its prayerful glory, is as stirring as it is rich with beauty. Personification is used with striking effect and soulful satisfaction. Congratulations on your well deserved and wonderful win. Warmest wishes and hugs my inspifriend.. ~Susan

Brandy Nicole

March 10, 2021 at 8:07 PM

Oh my ! This painting is breathtaking. "Flowers will bloom in gratitude" Of course they do. My heart smiles knowing this fact. Such a beautiful prayer. Congratulations Paul, on this win. Your thoughts caress softly around me. :) Hugs, Brandy

Paul Callus

April 28, 2021 at 2:48 PM

Thank you for the pleasure of your visit, Brandy:) As usual your comments are cherished and appreciated. Hugs // paul

Phyllis Babcock

March 8, 2021 at 10:48 AM

That is absolutely beautiful Paul and the picture so matches your words. Awesome. love phyl

Paul Callus

April 28, 2021 at 12:43 PM

Thank you Phyllis. I hope you are keeping well and safe. ~ Regards // paul

Malabika Ray Choudhury

March 7, 2021 at 1:38 PM

How beautiful, Paul! This form seems quite interesting - so much in so few words ~ Mala The picture is stunning!

Paul Callus

April 28, 2021 at 9:44 AM

Thank you, Mala; pleased you enjoyed both visual and poem. Regards // paul

Jack Horne

March 5, 2021 at 12:30 PM

this is just beautiful, Paul

Paul Callus

April 27, 2021 at 4:35 AM

Thank you Jack. Best regards // paul

Anne-Lise Andresen

March 4, 2021 at 4:49 AM

- Back to this beautiful poem with a congratulations, Paul :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Paul Callus

March 23, 2021 at 2:29 PM

Thank you Anne-Lise :) Warm regards & Hugs // paul

Richard Lamoureux

March 3, 2021 at 6:43 AM

A slice of perfection Paul. Thanks for your visit. I hope all is well with you.

Paul Callus

March 3, 2021 at 8:18 AM

Thank you, Richard. I feel at home writing short form poetry, probably fearing that the tread of thought would break:) Best regards & stay safe my friend. // paul

Suzette Richards

March 3, 2021 at 1:27 AM

Stunning, Paul! It is reminiscent of H.D.'s poem "Oread". FAVing it. ~Sus

Paul Callus

March 3, 2021 at 8:13 AM

Thank you so much, Sus, both for the lovely comments and the fav. H.D. was a great imagist. The poem you mention must have come to mind because of the above picture which reminds one of Oread the mountain nymph. ~ Regards // paul

Gordon Mcconnell

March 2, 2021 at 6:49 PM

Beautifully penned Paul, with great imagery and expression.. Take care and keep safe,Gordon

Paul Callus

March 3, 2021 at 11:23 AM

Thank you for your generous comments, Gordon; truly appreciated. Best regards // paul

Suzanne Delaney

February 27, 2021 at 4:47 AM

Beautiful, Paul: Congratulations on your win. Best, SuZ

Paul Callus

March 2, 2021 at 2:18 PM

Thank you, Suz; a pleasure to have you visiting. Hope you are keeping well. Warm regards, my friend. // paul

Angela Crabtree

February 24, 2021 at 9:41 PM

Very nice, Paul. I can see why this was a winner. Hope you have a great week :)

Paul Callus

February 25, 2021 at 5:54 AM

Thank you, Angela. Hope you too are enjoying each and every day! Regards // paul

Jack Horne

February 23, 2021 at 11:36 AM

so glad to see this was a big winner - I must try this form

Paul Callus

February 25, 2021 at 5:53 AM

Thank you, Jack. I have just been reading your latest poems, all of a high standard. Hope you're keeping well, my friend. Regards // paul

Jennifer Proxenos

February 23, 2021 at 10:11 AM

How awesome is this creative, breathtaking poem - Let the benevolent heavens open up and drench me, and so will emotions sprout forth , life giving abundant tears will flourish with flowers in gratitude. It is the season of new life. Congratulations my friend Warm regards and Hugs. I also have been a little scarce on soup due to time. Jennifer.

Paul Callus

February 25, 2021 at 5:43 AM

Thank you for reading and enjoying, Jenny. I was gifted the accompanying picture as a prompt challenge, and it certainly served its purpose. ~ Warm regards and hugs, my friend. // paul

Supraja Kannan

February 17, 2021 at 5:03 AM

How beautifully said!!! I see it as a win in a contest...Congratulations on your well deserved win...

Paul Callus

February 21, 2021 at 3:17 AM

Thank you, Supraja. Hope you're enjoying the weekend :) Regards // paul

Carolyn Devonshire

February 16, 2021 at 1:32 PM

Although I'm not familiar with this form, I love the images you create. I think most people are grateful when spring arrives, but few can express it so well. A fave for me, my friend. Hope you are doing well. Hugs, Carolyn

Paul Callus

February 21, 2021 at 3:16 AM

Thank you for your lovely feedback, Carolyn....and for the fav which is truly appreciated. My forays on Soup have been limited due to lack of time:( Hope you too are keeping well. Hugs // paul

Connie Marcum Wong

February 16, 2021 at 12:57 PM

You made this form shine Paul! Congratulations on your first placement. Have a wonderful birthday today! Blessings Connie xxoo

Paul Callus

February 21, 2021 at 3:05 AM

Thank you, Connie...you are too kind. Your birthday wishes are also truly appreciated xx Regards & Blessings // paul

Constance La France

February 15, 2021 at 9:37 AM

Pau, congratulations on your win in Brian's contest with this wonderful write, great image _Constance

Paul Callus

February 21, 2021 at 2:53 AM

Thank you, Constance. Brian was very generous :) Best regards // paul

Alexis Y.

February 14, 2021 at 9:54 AM

WoW! Paul, You have penned such a profound nature write. I enjoyed the read. Happy Valentine's Day, my friend:-) Alexis

Paul Callus

February 21, 2021 at 2:48 AM

Thank you so much, Alexis. Sorry I wasn't around for Valentine's day; hope you enjoyed yours, my friend. ~ Warm regards // paul

Quoth Theraven

February 14, 2021 at 9:19 AM

Paul, There is a promise in this poem's prayer that will always be kept, hopefully. All we wish for, a front row seat to nature's brightest show. -Richard

Paul Callus

February 21, 2021 at 2:43 AM

Your feedback is appreciated, Richard...a poem in itself! thank you. Regards // paul