Heather

Reflected in emerald water the purple of her Highland dress. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Contest: Any Crystalline Sponsor: Rick Parise © 12th November 2016

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Susan Ashley

Date: 11/16/2017 3:03:00 PM

A captivating and enchanting write Paul with delicate and stunning imagery. Beautiful!

Susan Ashley
Date: 11/16/2017 8:27:00 PM

Thank you for the compliment Paul, which puts a smile on my face. I think you, my friend, are a very gifted writer and I love reading your poetry.. Warmest wishes..

Paul Callus
Date: 11/16/2017 4:23:00 PM

Thank you for your lovely feedback, Susan. I look forward to your visits... gifted writers are always appreciated and made welcome. Regards // paul

Judy Ball

Date: 12/6/2016 4:49:00 PM

Lovely. With very few words you enabled me to see her standing upon a rocky hill surrounded by heather. Nicely done Paul. God Bless and a seven from me. JB

Paul Callus
Date: 11/16/2017 4:05:00 PM

Excuse this very belated reply, Judy...somehow this comment escaped my attention!! Thank you for reading and commenting. Blessings to you, too. // paul

Caycay Jennings

Date: 11/26/2016 11:24:00 AM

Divine. If only I could wiggle my nose and be in that dress by that emerald water. Oh, the image, the dream ... CayCay

Paul Callus
Date: 11/26/2016 3:11:00 PM

Thank you for divinely commenting, CayCay! You have been missed...hope all is well. Regards // paul

Paloma P

Date: 11/24/2016 9:31:00 AM

Stunning imagery in so few words, vividly flecked! Congrats.

Paul Callus
Date: 11/24/2016 1:20:00 PM

Thank you so much, Paloma. "Stunning' is what I often think when reading your poems:) Regards // paul

Eileen Manassian

Date: 11/22/2016 12:48:00 AM

You are an amazing poet, Paul. I'm always entranced by your words, dear.

Paul Callus
Date: 11/24/2016 1:14:00 PM

You are too kind, Eileen! You know that I also admire your work a lot. Glad you enjoyed your Brazilian visit. Hugs // paul

Afolabi Muideen

Date: 11/20/2016 6:30:00 PM

You penned this so great. Congratulations on your win.........A.M.

Paul Callus
Date: 11/24/2016 1:28:00 PM

So pleased you liked it, Afolabi....thank you. // paul

Abosede Ogundare

Date: 11/17/2016 3:56:00 PM

Very lovely... and congrats.

Paul Callus
Date: 11/18/2016 3:27:00 PM

Thank you, Abosede. May you have a nice weekend. ~ Regards // paul

Len Gasun

Date: 11/17/2016 8:21:00 AM

Stunning beauty! Big congrats my dear friend, Paul! Hugs and cheers! love lots, Leonora

Paul Callus
Date: 11/17/2016 1:32:00 PM

Thank you dear Leonora! Your lovely comments are enough to make my day:) Hope you are keeping well. Hugs // paul

Ravi Sathasivam

Date: 11/17/2016 4:47:00 AM

As usually written beautifully my friend. Lovely imagery. Thanks for sharing it.

Paul Callus
Date: 11/17/2016 1:23:00 PM

Thank you for being always so encouraging, Ravi. Regards // paul

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 11/16/2016 9:03:00 AM

Beautiful! Congrats, Paul!

Paul Callus
Date: 11/16/2016 1:51:00 PM

Pleased that you like it, Kim...thank you! Regards // paul

Jan Allison

Date: 11/15/2016 6:15:00 PM

Dropping back with my congrats Paul:-) hugs jan xx

Paul Callus
Date: 11/16/2016 1:44:00 PM

Thank you, Jan:) There were many good entries in this contest. Hugs // paul

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 11/15/2016 11:55:00 AM

- A lovely poem, Paul - A winning poem - Congratulations, very well deserved :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Paul Callus
Date: 11/15/2016 12:36:00 PM

Thank you Anne-Lise:) So pleased that you like it. Hugs // paul

Sandra Haight

Date: 11/15/2016 9:10:00 AM

Lovely imagery, Paul, filled my mind as I read your words. Congratulations on your fine placement! Sandra

Paul Callus
Date: 11/15/2016 11:39:00 AM

Many thanks, Sandra. Pleased to see you on the winners' list, too. Regards // paul

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 11/15/2016 2:35:00 AM

This wonderful poem should be a winner for you Paul. Your poetry keeps getting better and better. I just love this piece! 7 ; )

Paul Callus
Date: 11/15/2016 11:40:00 AM

Thank you for the encouragement, Connie. Your high rating and lovely comments are truly appreciated. Regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 11/14/2016 8:44:00 PM

oh my, this is so sweet. I just love it, Paul. Big congrats to you.

Paul Callus
Date: 11/15/2016 11:37:00 AM

So pleased that you like it, Andrea. Thank you. This form is a pleasure to work with. Regards // paul

Carrie Richards

Date: 11/14/2016 8:29:00 PM

One can picture the loveliness of her image in the water !! Nicely done, Paul !!

Paul Callus
Date: 11/15/2016 11:35:00 AM

Thank you, Carrie! Congrats on your shining trophy:) Regards // paul

Laura Hay

Date: 11/14/2016 10:04:00 AM

What a stunning image this creates Paul - very well done (a 7) , good luck in the contest too, warm regards, Laura.

Paul Callus
Date: 11/15/2016 11:33:00 AM

Thank you for liking, Laura; as a bonnie girl from Scotland this would have been of interest to you:) Warm regards // paul

Laura Hay

Date: 11/14/2016 10:04:00 AM

Paul Callus
Date: 11/15/2016 11:33:00 AM

the top rating is appreciated :)

Charmaine Chircop

Date: 11/13/2016 4:01:00 PM

So Beautiful Paul

Paul Callus
Date: 11/15/2016 11:17:00 AM

Pleased you like it Charm; I enjoyed your winning entry, too. Regards // paul

Viv Wigley

Date: 11/13/2016 1:51:00 AM

Super little write, Paul, aall that imagery in two lines. Will do well. Regards, Viv

Paul Callus
Date: 11/13/2016 12:33:00 PM

Your faith in this short poem combined with superb comments make yours a pleasant visit, Viv! Regards // paul

Rizwana Bhurani

Date: 11/12/2016 7:44:00 PM

Lovely....gl

Paul Callus
Date: 11/13/2016 12:15:00 PM

Glad you enjoyed it, Rizwana. Regards // paul

Freddie Robinson Jr.

Date: 11/12/2016 2:04:00 PM

Very expressive poem, Paul. The spareness of words added weight to the ones used. Exceptional degree of specificity. The mark of a master poet. Great write and title. Love and peace to you.

Paul Callus
Date: 11/12/2016 4:13:00 PM

You, too, offer meaningful feedback and encouragement, Freddie; thank you!! Regards // paul