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Just want to recognize the effort Paul has put into writing poetry with me.  Sometimes we find a poet who is on a similar wavelength.  It's a blessing!

For Paul Callus

His poetic voice rides across the sea
I could swear that Paul is speaking to me
With rhythm in his words, peace in his heart
I find Paul and I are not far apart

Collaboration takes little effort
Conflicts in tone we easily avert
In Malta he writes by soft candlelight
When I’m still blessed by generous daylight

Paul takes me to depths I have never known
I feel so blessed; as a poet I’ve grown




*November 1, 2016
For Andrea’s “Community Builders Free for All Tribute”
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Ball Avatar
February 19, 2017 at 10:05 PM
What a lovely tribute to a fine poet . Loved this. I know Paul did too. God Bless and a big 7 from me. JB
White Avatar
February 7, 2017 at 1:14 PM
I love this tribute, and I recognize it! There are a few wonderful poets I do collaborations with, and it makes my life so rich. When it clicks, and for me it clicks with a few, it's very special.
Daniel Avatar
December 18, 2016 at 8:37 AM
Excellent tribute to a wonderful person:)
Nehls Avatar
December 13, 2016 at 8:21 AM
Hi Carolyn. A wonderful tribute to Paul who is also a fine writer that seems to have a gift for reaching into his heart and ours. Very well done, my friend... Robert.
Y. Avatar
November 27, 2016 at 9:24 AM
Hi Carolyn, I'm just coming back to say congratulations on your win. It was well deserved: -) Alexis
Marcum Wong Avatar
November 27, 2016 at 3:03 AM
One of my favorite poets on this site Carolyn. I can see how you would write beautifully together. A lovely tribute for a gifted poet! Congratulations on your win! 7 ; )
Allison Avatar
November 26, 2016 at 2:31 PM
Dropping back with my congrats Carolyn:-) hugs jan xx
La France Avatar
November 26, 2016 at 1:28 PM
Carolyn beautifully penned, for sure an awesome poet and friend and congratulations on your win in the contest.
Cheema Avatar
November 26, 2016 at 4:48 AM
Well deserved, Paul! Carolyn , I love your last four lines the most- he writes by soft candlelight...Congrats on your win!
Dietrich Avatar
November 25, 2016 at 7:15 PM
this was a really fun one to read, dear. Paul is so deserving of this tribute. Thanks for supporting my "non" contest tribute challenge.
O.J. Hunt Avatar
November 16, 2016 at 12:23 PM
A great tribute Carolyn to a great man, a tremendous honor for a poet to speak so highly of another muse; both of you have contributed so much to poetry and art Keith
Callus Avatar
November 5, 2016 at 4:04 PM
Dear Carolyn, I have no words to thank you for this lovely and generous write! Though we live miles apart, we clicked straight away (after all we're both Peacenicks:)) Collaborating with you has always been a pleasurable experience, and I too consider myself blessed to have made your acquaintance. I would also like to thank all those who posted such lovely comments below...truly appreciated. No doubt, this goes to my favs! Love & Hugs ~ paul
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November 5, 2016 at 4:39 PM
Welcome home, Paul. I hope you had a wonderful trip. You should be receiving a gift for Valentina shortly, if it hasn't already arrived. It could be for her birthday or for Christmas.
La France Avatar
November 4, 2016 at 10:33 PM
Carolyn this is a wonderful tribute to a great poet and a lovely man~
Ball Avatar
November 4, 2016 at 3:04 PM
What a lovely tribute to a fellow poet. I know he appreciated this so much. It made me feel good just reading it. Good luck on the contest. God Bless, JB
Muideen Avatar
November 4, 2016 at 12:06 PM
I dropped by to read this meaningful and excellent tribute again. Blessings..........A.M.
Marcum Wong Avatar
November 4, 2016 at 11:51 AM
Paul is a lovely kindred spirit Carolyn, I agree. His poetry is uplifting and inspirational and always a pleasure to read. You have written a lovely tribute to him! ; ) 7
Goff Avatar
November 3, 2016 at 9:04 PM
Beautiful tribute, Carolyn, jim
P  Avatar
November 3, 2016 at 1:06 AM
A movingly expressive tribute to a poet I very much enjoy and admire.
Pettit Avatar
November 2, 2016 at 8:44 PM
Nice poetic tribute to Paul and his writing.
Turner Avatar
November 2, 2016 at 10:19 AM
He is indeed an excellent poet and just from what I have learned about him is a genuine gentle man. Great tribute, Mrs Carolyn:):)
Sathasivam Avatar
November 2, 2016 at 2:50 AM
Great tribute to my friend Paul. No doubt he is a great poet and I always enjoy his writings. Thanks for sharing it.
Maverick Avatar
November 2, 2016 at 2:12 AM
Hi Carolyn, A really nice tribute to Paul here, I thing he does really good stuff also, I hope to see more writes from you dear friend, I have been rather preoccupied myself, yet I am often checking in, all the best for the coming season.'
Vaso Avatar
November 1, 2016 at 9:48 PM
A beautiful tribute to a kind and great poet! I much enjoy his poetry too! I am sure he will love this!
Y. Avatar
November 1, 2016 at 6:26 PM
Hi Carolyn, This is a fitting tribute Paul. He a good person and poet. I wish you the best of luck in the contest:-)Alexis
Muideen Avatar
November 1, 2016 at 5:06 PM
What a great tribute. Thank you for posting your poem. Excellent..........A.M.
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