Paul Callus Poet Haiku

Hiku Mix

the distinctive sound
of whittling leaves -
midnight garden
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spreading
from day into night -
her flaming hair
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exposing 
my vulnerability -
lightning
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despite the routine
she cannot help blushing -
evening sky
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A Hiku Poetry Contest
Sponsor: William Kekaula
          Placed 2nd
Posted 26th November 2021

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Richard Lamoureux August 3, 2022 at 5:22 AM A big congratulations on your win. Well deserved Paul. ;0) Paul Callus August 7, 2022 at 1:24 PM Thank you, Richard. Best regards // paul

Valsa George August 1, 2022 at 11:46 PM Wonderful Hiku Mix.... ! As our poet friend Malabika shared it on facebook, I could read it ! A strong thread connects the day, evening and mid night. Thanks Paul for sharing this rare beauty Paul Callus August 2, 2022 at 6:25 AM Thank you, Valsa. I had not realized Mala hads shared this on FB! I've only just come online. ~ Best regards // paul

Delice Arleen Skelly January 27, 2022 at 4:00 AM Nicely done Paul...Delice Paul Callus May 7, 2022 at 2:10 AM Thank you so much, Delice I had not realized you had commented, so pls excuse the late reply. May you have an enjoyable weekend. // paul

Brian Sambourne January 9, 2022 at 7:59 AM Superb Haiku's Paul. You beautifully convey the gentle allure of a long haired woman whose appeal meshes with night. Congratulations! Brian

Jack Horne December 8, 2021 at 7:03 AM glad to see these were winners - love them! Paul Callus December 12, 2021 at 6:56 AM Thank you Jack. All the best for the Christmas season. // paul

Paulette Calasibetta December 2, 2021 at 11:55 AM Congratulations on your win. A beautiful and moving Haiku....well done! Blessings, Paulette Paul Callus December 3, 2021 at 12:32 PM Thank you, Paulette...glad you found my Hiku to your liking. Regards & Blessings // paul

Paula Goldsmith December 2, 2021 at 10:39 AM Congratulations on your win. A "Wonderful" Haiku write. I really enjoyed it. Have a great/blessed day writing away.................... Paul Callus December 3, 2021 at 12:31 PM Thank you for reading and commenting, Paula. So pleased that you enjoyed. ~ Wishing you a lovely weekend. // paul

Eve Roper December 2, 2021 at 9:15 AM Great haikus , Paul. “She cannot help blushing evening sky” just stunning imagery. Congratulations on your win. Hugs Eve Paul Callus December 3, 2021 at 12:20 PM Thank you so much, Eve. Your lovely feedback is truly appreciated. Hugs // paul

Kim Rodrigues December 2, 2021 at 3:59 AM Love the imagery! Congratulations, Paul! Paul Callus December 2, 2021 at 6:08 AM Thank you on both counts, Kim. ~ Best regards // paul

Beata Agustin December 1, 2021 at 7:35 PM Wow! Congrats! Thanks for sharing... God bless you. Paul Callus December 2, 2021 at 6:07 AM Thank you, Beata. Glad you enjoyed. Regards & Blessings // paul

Harry Horsman December 1, 2021 at 4:31 PM Hi Paul, great hiku, truly amazing poetry. Paul Callus December 2, 2021 at 5:56 AM You are too kind, Harry...thank you my friend! ~ Best regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich December 1, 2021 at 3:31 PM wow, Paul. These are simply MAHVELOUS!!!!Big congrats. very well deserved win Paul Callus December 2, 2021 at 5:55 AM Wow Andrea...these lovely comments from a veteran Souper like you are much appreciated! Thank you. ~ Warm regards // paul

Constance La France December 1, 2021 at 2:27 PM Paul, beautifully penned and congratulations on your win in William's Hiku contest ~ peace and tranquility _Constance Paul Callus December 2, 2021 at 5:53 AM Thank you Constance. I enjoyed your winning entry, too. Best regards and have a nice day. // paul

Susan Ashley December 1, 2021 at 2:15 PM Dear Paul, I’m so pleased to return with my heartiest congratulations for your excellent win in William’s contest. Your alluring imagery thrills my heart’s imagination and it’s a joy to share the podium with you. Warmest wishes and hugs, my wonderful friend.. ~Susan Paul Callus December 2, 2021 at 5:51 AM Thank you dear Susan. It's not that often that we meet on the podium as nowadays I rarely take part in contests, or else fail to cross the finishing line!! ~ Warm regards and hugs my friend // paul

Jan Allison December 1, 2021 at 12:26 PM What an awesome string of haiku I especially like the imagery in the second and forth poems, many congratulations on your win Paul, hugs jan xx Paul Callus December 2, 2021 at 5:48 AM Thank you Jan. As you well know I love these short poetry forms! Sending my regards to all at home. Hugs // paul

William Kelii Kekaula December 1, 2021 at 10:49 AM Penetrative verses, Paul. A cleverly effortless thread that's overpowering my friend! My compliments on your placement in the Hiku contest, Aloha! Paul Callus December 2, 2021 at 5:46 AM I welcome the complimentary remarks and the high placement, William. Thank you and regards my friend // paul

Harry Horsman November 28, 2021 at 10:19 PM Will be hard to beat in the contest, Paul, Great poetry. Paul Callus December 2, 2021 at 5:43 AM Thank you for having faith in my entry, Harry. Yours went a step further and placed first!! Best regards // paul

Delice Arleen Skelly November 28, 2021 at 3:23 AM Very nice entry into the contest Paul. I am a great fan of haiku and enjoyed your images...Delice Paul Callus December 2, 2021 at 5:41 AM Many thanks, Delice. I have read and enjoyed your winning Hiku contest entry...well done. Regards // paul

Vijay Pandit November 27, 2021 at 5:45 AM Great images, Paul. Paul Callus December 2, 2021 at 5:40 AM Thank you for reading and liking, Vijay. All the best // paul

Susan Ashley November 26, 2021 at 10:28 PM Dear Paul, there’s no denying the beauty that spills from your gifted pen. I adore every Hiku in this lustrous strand of poetic pearls. Best wishes for a win and warmest wishes and hugs for you, my inspiring friend.. ~Susan Paul Callus December 2, 2021 at 5:33 AM Thank you for your striking and encouraging feedback, Susan. Excuse the late reply; as usual I'm playing catching up:) Warm wishes and hugs dear friend. // paul