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Free Spirit

She is a free spirit rebellious and wild She’s changing so quickly – no longer a child. Determined, impulsive, she gets into fights She wants independence and quotes me her rights. She is a free spirit now spreading her wings In search of adventure and trying new things. She sees the horizon that beckons from far; Relies on the guidance of her lucky star. But when the experience starts fading away She finds disillusion obstructing her way There’s home as an option to get her on track; I will be there waiting to welcome her back. --------------------------------------------------------- Written: 3/15/2014 Contest: Your Favourite Old Poem Sponsor: Shadow Hamilton Placed 3rd Author: Paul Callus Contest: Any Poem Goes#14 Sponsor: Poet Destroyer A Placed 5th [Published in Kavya Kishor, Bangladesh ~ 25 April 2023]

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Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/28/2015 3:33:00 PM

what a nice one about your daughter. I was lucky to have an angelic daughter. I named her Angela!! Maybe that is why. A belated congrats on this one winning.

Paul Callus
Date: 7/28/2015 4:05:00 PM

To be honest, Andrea, this is about a friend's daughter, but I tackled it as if she were my own. Luckily my daughter has not caused me any such concern! One of my sisters is named Angela and we call her Lina. ~ Txs for stopping by. // paul

Kelly Deschler

Date: 6/14/2015 12:59:00 AM

A child with a safe home and loving parents waiting for them is truly lucky... A beautiful poem, Paul. Perfectly rhymed! Congrats on a great win!

Paul Callus
Date: 6/14/2015 7:19:00 AM

Thank you Kelly! A "safe home and loving parents" is the ideal environment for any child. Hope you're keeping well. Hugs // paul

Joe Maverick

Date: 6/10/2015 4:32:00 PM

I really like this write Paul, the whimsy and inevitability that pervade this story congrats..'

Paul Callus
Date: 6/10/2015 5:32:00 PM

Thank you for liking and for the positive feedback, Joe. All the best, // paul

Skat A

Date: 6/9/2015 11:46:00 AM

Paul. Congratulations on your awesome win. HUGS **SKAT**

Robert Lindley

Date: 6/9/2015 8:37:00 AM

Great poem , expressing a father's love and a child's need for that love. So reminded me of my 27 year old daughter. Congrats on your win my friend..

Paul Callus
Date: 6/10/2015 12:30:00 PM

Thank you Robert. Children are there to be loved and helped along, especially in times when things go wrong. Have a nice day. // paul

Jan Allison

Date: 6/9/2015 5:06:00 AM

Dropping back again with my congrats:-) Hugs jan xx

Paul Callus
Date: 6/10/2015 11:33:00 AM

As always, grateful for your support Jan:) Thank you. Hugs // paul

Mark Trichet

Date: 6/8/2015 10:21:00 PM

Well done Paul, enjoyed this cleverly constructed Rhyme. You have a tender heart, and one that can provide emotions to paper with ease. Your daughter is a lucky girl.

Paul Callus
Date: 6/10/2015 11:31:00 AM

Thank you for reading and enjoying, Mark. Sticking together in time of need is essential to keep families intact. All the best. // paul

Kim Merryman

Date: 6/8/2015 9:21:00 PM

You never stop being a parent. A lovely tender-hearted write, Paul! Congrats on your win! Love, Kim

Paul Callus
Date: 6/10/2015 12:42:00 PM

Yes, Kim; parents have a duty to stand by their children, especially in time of need. We want the best for them, and that is not just in material things. Thank you for a lovely visit. // paul

Pandita Sietesantos

Date: 6/8/2015 8:23:00 PM

Congratulations, my friend on a wonderful win! I can see why this piece is one of your favorites! That's true love when you can be there for your beloved no matter what! Warmest regards. Pandita

Paul Callus
Date: 6/10/2015 12:38:00 PM

Thank you Pandita! Your lovely feedback is much appreciated. Congrats once again for your high-flying win! All the best and regards. // paul

Shadow Hamilton

Date: 6/8/2015 5:34:00 PM

I felt in tune as a wild child myself Paul congrats on 3rd place hugs

Paul Callus
Date: 6/8/2015 6:09:00 PM

Thank you Shadow. I'm really pleased to be on your winners' list. Have a lovely week. Hugs // paul

Tereiti Pohatu

Date: 7/25/2014 5:40:00 AM

Awesome love it!

Paul Callus
Date: 7/25/2014 5:59:00 AM

Many thanks, Tereiti! Hope to see you around more often. // paul

Michael Ward

Date: 4/30/2014 12:34:00 PM

Hi Paul, I have just read free spirit and I can honestly say I don't know how the hell you do it this little piece Is definitely one of my favourites, Regards. MIKE. WARD

Paul Callus
Date: 4/30/2014 3:48:00 PM

Hi Michael, there are no words to thank you; this is such encouraging and positive feedback. We all have our own ways of expressing ourselves; very often we downgrade our work and look with wonder at that of others. That's why I look at yours the way you look at mine:) cu my friend. // paul

Julie Clark

Date: 4/17/2014 3:40:00 AM

woow thats beautiful all the acceptence love and patience truly beautiful

Paul Callus
Date: 4/17/2014 4:07:00 AM

Thank you Julie...very welcome comments. // have been on your posts...very inspiring :) // paul

Kelly Deschler

Date: 3/31/2014 12:20:00 AM

A very tender and heartfelt write, Paul. This kind of emotional situation is relatable for us all. I really enjoyed reading your beautiful poem tonight! Congratulations on your win, as well!...Thank you for the kind congrats on my poem. :)

Paul Callus
Date: 3/31/2014 4:12:00 AM

Thank you Kelly; glad you like it. I'm sure that many parents will be able to relate to something similar where children are concerned. I firmly believe that a good foundation at home helps a lot in any kind of circumstances. :) // paul

Joseph May

Date: 3/29/2014 8:31:00 PM

Well written Paul...congrats on your win

Paul Callus
Date: 3/30/2014 3:43:00 AM

Thank you Joseph. appreciate your stopping by. // paul

Olusegun Arowolo

Date: 3/29/2014 11:32:00 AM

Lovely and beautiful write,Paul..Congrats on your win...

Paul Callus
Date: 3/29/2014 2:57:00 PM

Many thanks Olusequn; glad you enjoyed it. // paul

Tim Smith

Date: 3/29/2014 8:43:00 AM

Beautifully penned Paul. I am just experiencing this with my 14 year old daughter. Congratulations on the win

Paul Callus
Date: 3/29/2014 8:53:00 AM

Hi Tim thanks a lot. Nowadays children seem to have a will of their own, but good parenting does help a lot to save awkward situations which otherwise could turn sour. // paul

Dr.Ram Mehta

Date: 3/29/2014 2:40:00 AM

Well constructed and penned poem. Congrats on a fine win, paul

Paul Callus
Date: 3/29/2014 7:49:00 AM

Thank you Dr. I still have to have a look at the results and the winners. cu // paul

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 3/29/2014 1:10:00 AM

Paul, Congratulations! Thank you for the support. Enjoy my latest blog if you like. It's called "Lunatics On The Loose." Stay tuned, I'll have a new contest coming up in a few days. Always & Forever ~LINDA~

Paul Callus
Date: 3/29/2014 7:46:00 AM

Thank you Linda. Participation is always my pleasure. I will be having a look at your blog. :) cu paul

Olive Eloisa Guillermo - Fraser

Date: 3/22/2014 2:34:00 PM

mmm.. like how I was then.. thank GOD i have my family to catch me through.. :D sweetly touching and challenging... :)

Paul Callus
Date: 3/22/2014 4:12:00 PM

Wow Olive_eloi, we've had quite a long meeting/chat today! :) Once again thank you for stopping by. Hope you have a nice weekend. // paul

Keith O.J. Hunt

Date: 3/21/2014 2:38:00 PM

Very touching Paul, great work!

Paul Callus
Date: 3/21/2014 6:14:00 PM

Thank you Keith, both for the visit and the lovely comments. cu // paul

Teresa Godwin

Date: 3/16/2014 7:11:00 PM

Beautiful. Teresa

Paul Callus
Date: 3/17/2014 7:39:00 AM

Once again, thank you Teresa. cu around :) // paul

Jan Allison

Date: 3/16/2014 10:18:00 AM

beautifully written Paul and I bet she will be so glad you are right there waiting for her. Am visiting Malta again in October - fabulous place cant wait to go back. Jan

Jan Allison
Date: 3/16/2014 10:43:00 AM

We were supposed to fly out in April but the direct flight from the Island was cancelled so re-scheduled to October - hope we finally go then Jan x

Paul Callus
Date: 3/16/2014 10:38:00 AM

Hi Jan; Thank you for visiting; glad you liked it. Weather in Malta is usually lovely in October; who knows, we might bump into each other then :) ... paul

Eileen Manassian

Date: 3/16/2014 4:14:00 AM

Very sweet and moving. I'm glad she has a father like you to be her sure foundation. Lovely, Paul, simply lovely

Eileen Manassian
Date: 3/16/2014 5:43:00 AM

My pleasure. Your daughter sounds like me! I have a bit of that rebellious spirit as well. Glad you are enjoying that beautiful isle! God bless.

Paul Callus
Date: 3/16/2014 5:40:00 AM

Bright sunny day here in Malta, and your visit adds warmth to it :) Thank you Eileen for appreciating this latest 'effort' of mine. /x/ Paul

Nizar Sartawi

Date: 3/16/2014 3:41:00 AM

Lovely... well written and well wrought too. I wonder if the poem is not simply about father and daughter. It could be about be the poem itself, poems being like one's children. As the old saying goes in Arabic: The meaning is in the heart of the poet.

Paul Callus
Date: 3/16/2014 5:38:00 AM

Thank you Nizar; you are not far off the mark! Your last comment just about sums it all up. :) // will be coming back to your work. // paul