Paul Callus Poet Rhyme

Elusive Nymph

Seclusion, where waters sway
Moonlight gleams upon the spray
Here I sit alone and wait
For my love, but she is late
Then at last I see her there
Flowing dress, cascading hair
She approaches, we embrace
I can feel my pulses race
Undulation of her hips
There is hunger in her lips
She takes charge, she leads the way
I submit to sensual play
Time flies by, does not exist
She knows well I can’t resist
To the hold she has on me
She will never set me free
I give in, become her slave
Then we ride the final wave
Till satiated on the sand
I reach out to take her hand
But beside me it’s all bare:
She is not there.





Author: Paul Callus ~ 28 Feb 2014
Contest: Impress me with a small poem II
Sponsor: Giorgio A.V.
Motif: Romantic
First Place win

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Susan Ashley November 29, 2017 at 8:09 PM Paul, I just could't resist the title. I had to satisfy my curiosity and take a look... and I'm so glad I did! I love the fantasy and flow to your sensual, romantic poem. Your stirring imagery enticed my senses as I was charmed by your poetic lines. What pixie dust this elusive nymph did cast, I was spellbound till the end... Warmest wishes.. ~Susan Paul Callus November 30, 2017 at 11:29 AM Apart from other things, titles are meant to catch the reader's attention and curiosity. There is always the chance that the poem itself won't live up to expectations, but that's a risk worth taking! As you have already noticed this one is wholly based on fantasy; glad that the pixie dust worked for you, Susan:) ~ Warm regards // paul

Freddie Robinson Jr. December 12, 2016 at 4:27 AM I'm impressed w/this lilting love poem, Paul. Those who become addicted to pleasure, can never accept the finality of aforementioned brief encounters. Thus, the highs become the lows. Very entertaining write. Love the ending best of all. Great line. Love and best wishes to you. Paul Callus December 12, 2016 at 10:49 AM Always a pleasure to read your crafted feedback, Freddie! So pleased that you enjoyed this poem, one of the first I posted on Soup nearly 3 years ago. May I take this opportunity to wish you and your loved ones a very JOYOUS & BLESSED CHRISTMAS. // PAUL

Robert Lindley September 11, 2015 at 8:42 AM A joy to have found this gem this fine morn my good friend! I see long ago that this took first place and think yes , justice served as its a great poem. Judged by a great poet- Giorgio too. Super 7 on this one my friend.. Paul Callus September 12, 2015 at 2:48 PM Thank you for going back to read one of my older posts, Robert. I am so pleased that you like it; it's one of my favourites. The high rating is also appreciated. All the best. // paul

Julia Ward March 27, 2015 at 2:38 PM "She is not there", and now the deflation... A marvellous poem worthy of my 7. Hugs, Julia, xx Paul Callus March 28, 2015 at 2:28 PM Thank you Julia. The high rating supports your 'marvellous' comment! Hugs // paul

Eileen Manassian November 29, 2014 at 6:58 PM Back to read some of your older write...ah...but I see I've been here before. :) You submit to sensual play....Well, that's quite the line, Paul. Lovely write. I'm impressed...again. Paul Callus November 30, 2014 at 4:52 AM It's lovely to have you re-visiting, Eileen. From time to time I too re-visit my own posts to assess if the passage of time has had any effect on them:) hugs // paul

Inner Whispers March 19, 2014 at 6:31 AM this reminds me of my very first poem i made... Paul Callus March 19, 2014 at 6:56 AM Hi, nice to have you back again! Now I'll have to go and look up that poem of yours...you got me curious :) // paul

Keith O.J. Hunt March 18, 2014 at 11:16 AM Great piece Paul! Paul Callus March 18, 2014 at 11:43 AM Hi Keith, thanks. welcome to visit anytime. // paul

Varenya Raina March 8, 2014 at 11:23 AM Sensual! And attractive! Paul Callus March 8, 2014 at 2:02 PM Thank you Varenya for both adjectives describing the poem; much appreciated...the visit as well :) ... paul

Andrea Dietrich March 6, 2014 at 8:34 PM this is really nice, Paul and the sad twist at the end. WEll done. Congrats on your win Paul Callus March 7, 2014 at 9:27 AM Hi Andrea, thanks for both comments. Glad you liked this poem. cu around. // paul

Leon Enriquez March 6, 2014 at 3:55 PM Dear Paul: I like this poem. Very nice rhythm. Thanks and all the best. Leon Paul Callus March 6, 2014 at 4:07 PM Thank you Leon both for visiting and comment. // paul

M. L. Kiser March 6, 2014 at 10:21 AM Beautifully worded. Paul Callus March 6, 2014 at 10:33 AM Thank you. // paul

Abdulhafeez Oyewole March 5, 2014 at 1:09 PM A beautiful write!! Congrats on the win!!! Paul Callus March 5, 2014 at 1:36 PM Thank you so very much. cu around more often. // paul

Anne-Lise Andresen March 5, 2014 at 7:27 AM - Paul, congratulations on your beautiful winning poem in Giorgio A.V. contest ! - oxox // Anne-Lise :) Paul Callus March 5, 2014 at 11:02 AM Anne Lise, I humbly bathe in your flattering comment. :) // paul

Kayod5 Kayode March 5, 2014 at 6:24 AM Congrats on the worthy win Paul. Paul Callus March 5, 2014 at 11:01 AM Thank you very much. It made my day!

Dr.Ram Mehta March 5, 2014 at 5:14 AM Lovely poem. Congratulations on the fine win, paul Paul Callus March 5, 2014 at 5:23 AM Thank you. Welcome to my post; hope to see you dropping by more often. // paul

Verlena S. Walker March 2, 2014 at 5:13 AM "Sweet dreams are made of this." Beautifully written Paul :)... Enjoyed reading this piece... Verlena Paul Callus March 2, 2014 at 7:49 AM Thank you Verlana. Glad you enjoyed it. Encouraging remarks build up a healthy ego:) paul

Juliet Ligon March 1, 2014 at 7:30 PM Sensual poem with a surprise ending. Enjoyable read. Paul Callus March 2, 2014 at 4:25 AM Hi Juliet. Welcome to my posts. Txs for the comment. Will be back to you soon.// paul

Ken Carroll March 1, 2014 at 5:56 PM Nice romantic write! Thanks for your visit to my page.. Paul Callus March 1, 2014 at 6:00 PM Thanks. Pop in any time...you're wlecome.

Eileen Manassian March 1, 2014 at 4:16 PM Wow!!! I loved this write.....sensual and sweet....beautiful.... Paul Callus March 1, 2014 at 4:30 PM Thank you Eileen; coming from you these comments really are something! (That's the result of reading RL and EG !!! :) /x/ paul

Richard Lamoureux March 1, 2014 at 12:37 PM This is a romatic tradgedy, I was enthralled through the whole write! Magnificent piece. Richard Lamoureux March 1, 2014 at 2:47 PM You misunderstand, I am giving you praise, I love it. Paul Callus March 1, 2014 at 2:29 PM Txs Your positive criticism is much appreciated. You're welcome to visit anytime...paul

James Kelley March 1, 2014 at 5:10 AM I love this, great wordplay...this evoked a great amount of emotion...very well done Paul Callus March 1, 2014 at 5:23 AM Thanks James, pleased you liked it. I believe in poetry that reaches the heart in a simple easy flow, while leaving ample space for the reader's fantasy. Will be popping in to read some of your works, now that we crossed roads....paul

Vera Duggan March 1, 2014 at 12:30 AM Oh! Paul what a beautiful romantic poem and her not being there how sad maybe if you tried sitting on the sand she may eventuate.............Vera............ Paul Callus March 1, 2014 at 5:01 AM Hi Vera, I am glad you liked it. Seems like it made a hit with the Duggans! :) Always welcome to visit. /x/ ... paul

Charmaine Chircop February 28, 2014 at 3:08 PM A beautiful poem with a very sad ending..Love can fill our thought with illusions especially when distance stands between two beating hearts.Romantic indeed!!Charma Paul Callus February 28, 2014 at 3:23 PM I'm glad you liked it. I have faith in your judgement and look forward to your comments. Thanks for visiting. // paul