Paul Callus Poet Rhyme

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We harvested the grapes in late autumn	
when ripeness of love was at its best,			
but deceit in the time of maturing		
changed the passion to wrath and unrest.	

Acerbic vinegar replaced sweet wine 	
and richness of flavour ceased to be mine.	
Betrayed was the pledge of a tender vine.	

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Syllable count: 10-9-10-9  10-10-10
Rhyme Scheme: a b   c  b   d   d    d  

Novel: Grapes of Wrath (John Steinbeck)
Contest: Titles of Novels 
Sponsor: Nette Onclaud
Placed 3rd
© paul callus ~ 10 June 2016

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Timothy Hicks June 28, 2016 at 11:23 PM I wasn't apart of the contest (I'm assuming you pick any book title that you wish and write a short poem about it?) ... in any case, this was cleverly done, with the playfulness of the title. Paul Callus June 29, 2016 at 2:39 PM Hi Timothy! The idea was to write about the title, not about the novel itself, thus it was all left to our imagination. // Hope you are well settled in your new environment:) Regards // paul

Eileen Manassian June 22, 2016 at 5:37 AM Lovely write, Paul, albeit sad. I hear congrats are in order. I haven't been around much. Please check your inbox. Paul Callus June 29, 2016 at 2:36 PM Thank you Eileen...a week late in replying, but in the meantime I already came across your mail. Thank you for keeping me in your thoughts. Hugs // paul

Chris Hagy June 20, 2016 at 7:22 PM Great write Paul! Paul Callus June 29, 2016 at 2:32 PM Excuse the late reply Chris; somehow these comments skipped my attention since I forget to look in my Inboxes! Thank you for reading and liking. Regards // paul

Bl Devnath June 17, 2016 at 3:32 PM Wonderfully crafted my lovely nice friend. Good luck in the contest and seven, loved always, bl Paul Callus June 18, 2016 at 8:14 AM Thank you, BL; the wishes and 7 are appreciated. Regards // paul

Bl Devnath June 17, 2016 at 3:31 PM Wonderfully crafted my lovely nice friend. Good luck in the contest and seven, loved always, bl

Harry Horsman June 16, 2016 at 4:54 PM wow worthy winner, love this Paul, Paul Callus June 16, 2016 at 5:19 PM Your wow means a lot, Harry:) Thank you! ~ Regards // paul

Afolabi Muideen June 16, 2016 at 11:10 AM You composed this gem brilliant, thanks for sharing. Good luck within..........A.M. Paul Callus June 16, 2016 at 1:54 PM You are too kind, Afolabi! Thank you! ~ Regards // paul

Red Fiery June 16, 2016 at 2:32 AM ..but deceit in the time of maturing...these words can really leave an impact..I know what they reveal..excellent work Paul..!!! I wish to congratulate you before the results are out...A7 and a fav~ Hugs ~ Red Paul Callus June 16, 2016 at 1:58 PM Thank you very much for your generosity, dear Red! Your awaited visits are always lovely and uplifting! Both the high rating and the fav are much appreciated. ~ Hugs ~ paul

Jai Bankson June 16, 2016 at 12:01 AM Bella Bella Paul Callus June 16, 2016 at 12:12 PM Grazie tante, Jai:) Thank you! ~ Regards // paul

Sandra Haight June 15, 2016 at 7:36 PM Wonderfully written, Paul, based on that title! Congratulations on your fine placement in the contest. Sandra Paul Callus June 16, 2016 at 12:10 PM So pleased that you like it, Sandra. Thank you:) ~ Regards // paul

Ravi Sathasivam June 15, 2016 at 1:32 AM Excellent. Great imagery write. Enjoyed reading it. Thanks for sharing it. Paul Callus June 16, 2016 at 12:00 PM Glad you stopped by, Ravi; thank you for the 'excellent' comment:) Regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich June 14, 2016 at 2:52 PM very glad to see this one doing well in the contest.Congrats to you!! Paul Callus June 16, 2016 at 11:16 AM Thank you, Andrea .... shaking hands with you across the podium...:) // paul

Teddy Kimathi June 14, 2016 at 4:46 AM Hi Paul. Congrats for your placement with this wonderful piece!! ;-) Paul Callus June 16, 2016 at 10:13 AM Thank you, Teddy. ~ All the best...paul

Nette Onclaud June 14, 2016 at 3:34 AM excellently written with effortless rhyme that adds power to the gripping tone of your poem, paul... also glad you got in despite the tech problems...thanks for supporting my contest and warm congrats!..huggs Paul Callus June 15, 2016 at 5:26 PM Thank you very much, Nette; your comments and high placing are most uplifting. Always a pleasure to participate in your contests...despite the latest technical hitches:) Big hugs....paul

Connie Marcum Wong June 12, 2016 at 6:00 PM I am in awe Paul. This poem is amazing and I know it will be a top winner. I am faving it my friend! Excellent! #7 ; ) Paul Callus June 13, 2016 at 10:42 AM Thank you ever so much, Connie; I truly appreciate your lovely encouraging feedback...and your high rating + fav. ~ Best regards // paul

Jack Horne June 12, 2016 at 11:34 AM wow, this is so good, Paul - a form I must try too. Belated congrats for the limerick contest. Loved yours, my friend Paul Callus June 12, 2016 at 4:05 PM Thank you, Jack. Hope you're keeping well and active. Always a pleasure to have you visiting. Regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich June 12, 2016 at 10:27 AM wow, definitely one of my favorites I've seen in this contest. You did the Grapes of Wrath theme so masterfully within this short invented poetry form! I am sure to see this place high!! Glad it got in. We were hanging by a thread, paul!! Paul Callus June 12, 2016 at 3:01 PM You are always so encouraging and supportive, Andrea....thank you!! I wouldn't mind sharing one of the top placements with you:) Cling on!! // paul

Richard Lamoureux June 12, 2016 at 7:47 AM No worries Paul, the past is long settled and I have been married now for 22 years to an amazing woman. Paul Callus June 12, 2016 at 8:53 AM Now that the dust has settled on the past, may I wish you many more happy years with your present love! // paul

Arthur Vaso June 11, 2016 at 11:12 PM That settles it, I will come visit next year! Hopefully the wine will be a better vintage!! :) Paul Callus June 12, 2016 at 7:37 AM I believe it all started with irregular fermentation, Arthur. I will have a go at red wine next year;;;you're welcome to stop by:) // paul

Richard Lamoureux June 11, 2016 at 8:40 AM I echo Eileen's "Brilliant" you could be describing my first marriage. Paul Callus June 12, 2016 at 6:53 AM Thank you Richard. Sorry to bring you (and Arthur!) back memories. All the best. ~ paul Arthur Vaso June 11, 2016 at 11:12 PM We had the same wife? :)

Eileen Manassian June 11, 2016 at 6:37 AM Brilliant, dear. Good luck in the contest. Hugs Paul Callus June 11, 2016 at 8:25 AM Thank you dear Eileen:) I am glad you have managed to find some self quality time...I know how busy you must be! Hugs // paul

Eve Roper June 10, 2016 at 6:50 PM Wow!! Paul, this is a winner. Good luck in the contest. Paul Callus June 11, 2016 at 7:31 AM So pleased that you like it, Eve...thank you. Have a nice weekend...hugs ~ paul

Constance La France June 10, 2016 at 6:44 PM Paul, this is ''WONDERFUL'' for the contest, best of luck 7+++ Paul Callus June 11, 2016 at 7:13 AM Thank you Constance. There is just one flaw....so far I have been unable to enter the contest due to Soup technical hitches! I hope they will find a solution. ~ Regards and enjoy the weekend. ~ paul