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[Haiku Poetry Contest sponsored by Rick Parise December 2024]

Haiku Allure

mid-summer mountain -
exploring the enticement  
of her lush contours

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Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Harp Avatar
January 1, 2025 at 9:06 AM
This is beautiful, Paul. And well crafted, too.
Callus Avatar
January 9, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Thank you MH; pleased to have you stopping by. Been reading some of your poems, written in a unique style...impressed! ~ Regards // paul
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December 23, 2024 at 8:13 PM
A most visual and kinetic mood you painted here, paul...much enjoyed!
Callus Avatar
December 26, 2024 at 2:04 AM
Thank you for reading and liking, Nette. Hope you enjoy the transition from one year to another! Hugs // paul
Dietrich Avatar
December 12, 2024 at 11:01 PM
Ohhh wonderful!
Callus Avatar
December 26, 2024 at 2:06 AM
I love your reaction, Andrea! Thank you :) Best regards // paul
Brul Avatar
December 9, 2024 at 3:23 PM
This is so spectacular, Paul! You give me a new perspective on how I see mountains not only during summer but in all seasons. I love how the execution is done like effortlessly but majestically!One of the best haikus I've read ever since! Definitely a fave for me! Stay creative!^__^
Callus Avatar
December 27, 2024 at 1:48 PM
Thank you so very much, JcB; your lovely feedback and the fav are truly appreciated. ~ I've been reading some of your poems, and I must say I'm positively impressed. ~ Regards // paul
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December 9, 2024 at 7:58 AM
A beauty, Paul! Congrats!
Johnson Avatar
December 9, 2024 at 12:20 AM
Congratulations on your placement. Indeed, the mountains are filled with romance—MDJ
Empress Avatar
December 8, 2024 at 11:41 PM
This is so beautiful and clever! I love the last line the most how youv personified here, the mountains and described her contours is so very clever of you! Dear paul, youv nailed it as always, with such. Descriptive lines! Congratulations on your placement, sending you light
Jones Avatar
December 8, 2024 at 11:27 PM
Congratulations on your win for a lovely haiku!
Callus Avatar
January 9, 2025 at 9:14 AM
Thank you Karen. Best regards // paul
mysore Avatar
December 8, 2024 at 7:51 PM
Sun exploring the Mountain's contours! haha. awesome write. Congratulations on your winning Haiku dear poet. Cheers!!!
Ashley Avatar
December 6, 2024 at 6:13 PM
Dear Paul, your golden pen spills intoxicating beauty in brevity. Such an intimate, sensual haiku, allure indeed, both nature and human nature can be seductive. "mid-summer mountain" sets the attractive tone. This is a fav! So glad to see you! Your wonderful presence has been missed. I hope all is well with you and yours. Warmest wishes and hugs my dear friend.. ~Susan
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December 3, 2024 at 12:02 PM
I enjoyed reading your wonderful Haiku write. A story in just 3 lines. Hooray!!! "Good Luck" Have a blessed day writing away.............
Callus Avatar
December 4, 2024 at 4:33 AM
Thank you so much Paula; I'm pleased you enjoyed reading. ~ I wish you all the very best for the festive season // paul
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December 2, 2024 at 8:49 PM
A stunning image Paul, something to look forward to as winter is on us. Hope you're keeping well. Tom
Callus Avatar
December 3, 2024 at 9:36 AM
Thanks for reading, liking and commenting, Tom! Life's commitments have not permitted me to be too active on Soup; hoping to make up for lost time ~ Regards // paul
Tor Avatar
December 2, 2024 at 8:21 PM
Such a fine entry Paul for the Contest glad to see you posting again have missed you. Glad your back...
Callus Avatar
December 3, 2024 at 9:30 AM
Pleased you enjoyed my haiku offering, Michael. Thank you for paying a visit. All the best for the festive season. ~ Regards // paul
Allison Avatar
December 2, 2024 at 4:32 PM
beautiful imagery Paul:-) hugs Jan xx
Callus Avatar
December 3, 2024 at 9:24 AM
Thank you, Jan ... and a thousand congratulations on becoming a twice published poet!! Hugs // paul
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