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I saw the sadness in your tear-filled eyes and vowed to put a smile on your dejected face... to give you wings, regain the joy of life, to hear you sing once more. I set you free to roam unfettered, unrestrained – but in euphoric flight you failed to glimpse the pointed shards embedded deeply in my bleeding heart. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Contest sponsored by Silent One Placed 2nd Posted 23rd October 2020

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Freddie Robinson Jr.

Date: 8/14/2021 3:53:00 AM

This beautiful poem, albeit a belated view, was deeply touching, Paul. Your poetry always tend to elevate my spirit. Love and more love always.

Paul Callus
Date: 8/18/2021 3:28:00 AM

Many thanks for the complimentary and yet sincere comments, Freddie. I should visit your posts more often, time permitting! Best regards // paul

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 11/17/2020 10:51:00 AM

Hi my friend, If you really love someone they say that you must set them free, especially if they have a wild spirit that you feel will never calm down. I love this write and not often do people put others before themselves, but you I know would. A beautiful sad, emotional write Paul. Warm regards and hugs, Jennifer.

Paul Callus
Date: 12/1/2020 11:12:00 AM

Thank you Jenny for the lovely and insightful comments. Excuse the late reply, but I somehow missed this notification! ~ Warm regards & Hugs // paul

T.Nicole Williams

Date: 11/14/2020 4:27:00 PM

Hello Paul! I loved every word of this poem...heartfelt and memorable!

Paul Callus
Date: 11/15/2020 3:39:00 AM

Thank you, Nicole! I don't think our paths have ever crossed. I am pleased that you liked my humble poem; your visit is appreciated. Regards // paul

Michael Tor

Date: 11/7/2020 4:06:00 AM

Heartfelt piece my friend. It is difficult when a partner doesn't recognize the hurt they are causing the other. It is hard to let someone go but sometimes it is their choice you have to accept, which you don't control. Hope you are well my friend...

Paul Callus
Date: 11/10/2020 2:32:00 AM

Thank you for the insightful comments, Michael. I believe that you can feel the breath of fresh air which change brings with it :) Regards // paul

Charmaine Chircop

Date: 11/6/2020 12:49:00 PM

A sentimental poem..A beautiful one too.Awesome Paul.Loved it.

Paul Callus
Date: 11/10/2020 2:30:00 AM

Thank you, Charm. Your complimentary remarks are truly appreciated. ~ Regards // paul

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 11/3/2020 4:55:00 PM

Hello Paul … very sad and emotional Paul, and wonderfully written also - thank you Paul - Lindsay

Paul Callus
Date: 11/5/2020 11:56:00 AM

Thank you for the like and lovely comments, Lindsay. Regards // paul

Akkina Downing

Date: 11/3/2020 4:18:00 PM

Awe, how emotional, yet beautiful... Hey Paul, hope you’re doing great :)

Paul Callus
Date: 11/5/2020 11:41:00 AM

Many thanks Akkina! I'm pleased that you liked it. All is well on my side of the fence; hope it's the same your side:) Regards // paul

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 11/3/2020 1:55:00 PM

Enjoyed reading this, Paul, and I'm sorry I missed it earlier. We really have no choice but to set others free to live their lives. Sometimes, it is hurtful, but love means putting their interests above our own. Beautifully penned, Paul. A fave for me! Hugs, Carolyn

Paul Callus
Date: 11/5/2020 7:35:00 AM

Thank you, Carolyn...your comments are very meaningful. Both comments and fav are appreciated. Hugs // paul

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 11/1/2020 10:29:00 AM

Deep, painfully sad, and yet beautiful. a wonderful blend of thoughts and poetic images ' you failed to glimpse the pointed shards embedded deeply in my bleeding heart' - this is poetry at its best Paul. Warm regards and hugs, Jennifer.

Paul Callus
Date: 11/5/2020 6:57:00 AM

Thank you for reading, liking and commenting, Jenny. Warm regards & hugs // paul

Angela Crabtree

Date: 10/31/2020 6:45:00 PM

Sad and emotional, Paul. I really enjoyed this. Hope you have a great weekend :)

Paul Callus
Date: 11/5/2020 6:56:00 AM

Thank you, Angela. The weekend was nice and productive! Have a lovely day. Regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 10/29/2020 5:16:00 PM

wow, that is sure deep. very well done, Paul, and congrats for the win

Paul Callus
Date: 10/30/2020 3:24:00 AM

Thank you for your lovely reaction and congrats, Andrea. Wishing you an enjoyable weekend. // paul

Tahira Parveen

Date: 10/29/2020 9:49:00 AM

A sad poem, well written. Congrats on your win Paul.

Paul Callus
Date: 10/29/2020 12:49:00 PM

Thank you for the comments and congrats, Tahira. Regards // paul

Vijay Pandit

Date: 10/27/2020 3:29:00 PM

Back with congrats on your podium win, Paul.

Paul Callus
Date: 10/28/2020 7:45:00 AM

Thank you, my friend! Regards // paul

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 10/27/2020 8:43:00 AM

- Congratulations on your win, Paul :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Paul Callus
Date: 10/27/2020 2:22:00 PM

Thank you Anna-Lise. Your visits are always appreciated. Hugs // paul

Eve Roper

Date: 10/26/2020 8:51:00 PM

Paul, a sad poem composed and well written. Congratulations on your win! Hugs Eve

Paul Callus
Date: 10/27/2020 2:21:00 PM

Thank you, Eve. Autumn has a habit of bringing sad thoughts to mind. Regards & Hugs // paul

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 10/26/2020 8:26:00 PM

Beautiful! Attachment is a bondage but as we let go, mists clear and new dawns beckon! Congrats!

Paul Callus
Date: 10/27/2020 2:20:00 PM

Those are lovely comments...thank you! Regards // paul

Mark Koplin

Date: 10/26/2020 5:17:00 PM

Congratulations on your win!

Paul Callus
Date: 10/27/2020 2:18:00 PM

Thank you, Mark. Regards // paul

Alexis Y.

Date: 10/26/2020 9:36:00 AM

Hi Paul, I’m just coming back to say congratulations on your placement in the contest. Have a wonderful day:-) Alexis

Paul Callus
Date: 10/27/2020 2:17:00 PM

I truly appreciate double visits, Alexis:) Thank you. Best regards // paul

Silent One

Date: 10/26/2020 9:14:00 AM

This one is full of pain my friend.. Congratulations on your placement..

Paul Callus
Date: 10/27/2020 2:15:00 PM

Thank you, S-1. Your prompt was truly inspiring. Regards // paul

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 10/26/2020 4:51:00 AM

How deep the shards and how unaware the perpetrator!

Paul Callus
Date: 10/27/2020 2:13:00 PM

Thank you for reading and commenting, Kim. Regards // paul

Quoth Theraven

Date: 10/25/2020 5:30:00 PM

Paul, Such a melancholy quality in this poem 'If Only You Knew'. 'Don't you draw the Queen of Diamonds, boy She'll beat you if she's able ~~ You know the Queen of Hearts is always your best bet'.. -The Eagles

Paul Callus
Date: 10/26/2020 1:22:00 AM

Thank you, Richard. Have not heard that song in a long time...off on eagle's wings to find "Desperado" :) Regards // paul

Jack Horne

Date: 10/25/2020 12:16:00 PM

such a tender & touching write here, my friend

Paul Callus
Date: 10/26/2020 1:14:00 AM

Thank you, Jack. Enjoy the week ahead my friend. // paul

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 10/25/2020 12:13:00 PM

Hello Paul, oh, I feel the pain in this poem. It dose hurt to let go. Enjoy your day my friend. Regards Darlene.

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 10/26/2020 3:26:00 PM

Hello Paul, yes Paul letting go is painful. In time the pain fads. Then you move on. You will see that happening. I wish you the best Paul. Regards Darlene

Paul Callus
Date: 10/26/2020 1:06:00 AM

Thank you, Darlene. Letting go sometimes means a big sacrifice...necessary and yet painful. Regards // paul

Susan Ashley

Date: 10/24/2020 2:09:00 PM

Dear Paul, your gifted pen cuts to the quick exposing the pain of a tender heart, possibly a dad's - it takes a lot of love to let go and letting go hurts so very much, as your last three lines brilliantly reflect. Your profound poetry always amazes me, my inspiring friend. Best wishes for a win and warmest wishes and hugs for you.. ~Susan

Paul Callus
Date: 10/26/2020 1:04:00 AM

It is always a pleasure to read your beautiful and uplifting comments, Susan. Thank you for your generosity and continuous support, my friend. ~ Warm regards & hugs // paul

Malabika Ray Choudhury

Date: 10/23/2020 6:02:00 PM

Dear Poet, Loved your touching write! It's beautiful! Best wishes, Mala

Paul Callus
Date: 10/24/2020 4:38:00 AM

Thank you very much, Malabika. Pleased to make your acquaintance. ~ Regards // paul