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Hand In Hand With You

Hurrying down a winding path
Among imposing lofty trunks, I
Nourish thoughts with optimism 	
Discarding an assault by aching limbs       

Imploring for a soothing stop
Notwithstanding valid motivation. 

Hark! I catch cascading sounds
Approaching from not far away.
Nobody knows how big a boost this brings!
Doubts will not disturb my mind again. 

With you this mission I’ll accomplish soon; 
Important to withhold mistrust at bay.
Towards conclusion, with firm motivation,
Hoping to attain our initial aspiration.

You hold my hand, without any qualms 
Of what tomorrow and days afar might spawn. 
Uplifting is this vast profusion of our faith. 

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This Acrostic poem is also a Lipogram. 
In it, a specific letter or letters of the alphabet is/are systematically omitted.        In this case it is the letter “e”.

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A Lipogram Poetry Contest
Sponsored by Emile Pinet
         Placed 4th
© 24th January, 2023

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Jack Horne

November 11, 2023 at 3:54 AM

Love this, Paul - & it's even more impressive that it's written without any Es. Hope Malta is still comfortably cool - it's a little nippy here now

Paul Callus

November 12, 2023 at 12:02 PM

Thank you for the visit and feedback, Jack. I must admit it was challenging and time-consuming!! Our weather is lovely for this time of year; still in the 20sC. Regards // paul

Rhoda Tripp

March 14, 2023 at 1:32 PM

I had my doubts that a poem could sound natural without using the letter E (the most widely used letter in the alphabet.) Yet, here it is! A beautifully written, romantic poem! I should learn to never doubt!

Paul Callus

March 17, 2023 at 11:38 AM

Thank you for reading and commenting, Rhoda. Indeed we must learn not to doubt! I too had my doubts before starting to write, but I proved myself wrong :) Regards // paul

Joanna Daniel

January 31, 2023 at 10:43 PM

Well composed, Paul, congratulations:)

Paul Callus

February 4, 2023 at 1:50 AM

Thank you and happy weekend, Jo. ~ Regards // paul

Fin Chuuk

January 31, 2023 at 1:18 PM

Outstanding poem!

Paul Callus

February 4, 2023 at 1:43 AM

Thank you, Fin. I'm pleased to make your acquaintance. Regards // paul

Emile Pinet

January 31, 2023 at 11:07 AM

Congratulations Paul! Your amazing poem "Hand in Hand with You", has earned a distinguished place in my “Lipogram” poetry contest. I was very strict, but your poem earned its place on the winners list my friend, Emile.

Paul Callus

February 4, 2023 at 1:28 AM

Thank you, Emile. It was quite a challenge, but fun at the same time. Best regards and happy weekend, my friend. // paul

Victor Buhagiar

January 29, 2023 at 11:23 PM

You composed a magnificent poem, not only an acrostic but also a lipogram. Malta needs your last line. Never seen such indifference towards God these days. Deserves high placement.

Paul Callus

January 31, 2023 at 9:55 AM

Thank you so much for your complimentary remarks, Victor, and I definitely agree with you re your final comment. ~ Regards // paul