Paul Callus Poet Free verse

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If Only You Knew

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. 

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Contest sponsored by Silent One
          Placed 2nd
Posted 23rd October 2020

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Freddie Robinson Jr. August 14, 2021 at 3:53 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 August 18, 2021 at 3:28 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 November 17, 2020 at 10:51 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 December 1, 2020 at 11:12 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 November 14, 2020 at 4:27 PM Hello Paul! I loved every word of this poem...heartfelt and memorable! Paul Callus November 15, 2020 at 3:39 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 November 7, 2020 at 4:06 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 November 10, 2020 at 2:32 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 November 6, 2020 at 12:49 PM A sentimental poem..A beautiful one too.Awesome Paul.Loved it. Paul Callus November 10, 2020 at 2:30 AM Thank you, Charm. Your complimentary remarks are truly appreciated. ~ Regards // paul

Lindsay Laurie November 3, 2020 at 4:55 PM Hello Paul … very sad and emotional Paul, and wonderfully written also - thank you Paul - Lindsay Paul Callus November 5, 2020 at 11:56 AM Thank you for the like and lovely comments, Lindsay. Regards // paul

Akkina Downing November 3, 2020 at 4:18 PM Awe, how emotional, yet beautiful... Hey Paul, hope you’re doing great :) Paul Callus November 5, 2020 at 11:41 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 November 3, 2020 at 1:55 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 November 5, 2020 at 7:35 AM Thank you, Carolyn...your comments are very meaningful. Both comments and fav are appreciated. Hugs // paul

Jennifer Proxenos November 1, 2020 at 10:29 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 November 5, 2020 at 6:57 AM Thank you for reading, liking and commenting, Jenny. Warm regards & hugs // paul

Angela Crabtree October 31, 2020 at 6:45 PM Sad and emotional, Paul. I really enjoyed this. Hope you have a great weekend :) Paul Callus November 5, 2020 at 6:56 AM Thank you, Angela. The weekend was nice and productive! Have a lovely day. Regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich October 29, 2020 at 5:16 PM wow, that is sure deep. very well done, Paul, and congrats for the win Paul Callus October 30, 2020 at 3:24 AM Thank you for your lovely reaction and congrats, Andrea. Wishing you an enjoyable weekend. // paul

Tahira Parveen October 29, 2020 at 9:49 AM A sad poem, well written. Congrats on your win Paul. Paul Callus October 29, 2020 at 12:49 PM Thank you for the comments and congrats, Tahira. Regards // paul

Vijay Pandit October 27, 2020 at 3:29 PM Back with congrats on your podium win, Paul. Paul Callus October 28, 2020 at 7:45 AM Thank you, my friend! Regards // paul

Anne-Lise Andresen October 27, 2020 at 8:43 AM - Congratulations on your win, Paul :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Paul Callus October 27, 2020 at 2:22 PM Thank you Anna-Lise. Your visits are always appreciated. Hugs // paul

Eve Roper October 26, 2020 at 8:51 PM Paul, a sad poem composed and well written. Congratulations on your win! Hugs Eve Paul Callus October 27, 2020 at 2:21 PM Thank you, Eve. Autumn has a habit of bringing sad thoughts to mind. Regards & Hugs // paul

Unseeking Seeker October 26, 2020 at 8:26 PM Beautiful! Attachment is a bondage but as we let go, mists clear and new dawns beckon! Congrats! Paul Callus October 27, 2020 at 2:20 PM Those are lovely comments...thank you! Regards // paul

Mark Koplin October 26, 2020 at 5:17 PM Congratulations on your win! Paul Callus October 27, 2020 at 2:18 PM Thank you, Mark. Regards // paul

Alexis Y. October 26, 2020 at 9:36 AM Hi Paul, I’m just coming back to say congratulations on your placement in the contest. Have a wonderful day:-) Alexis Paul Callus October 27, 2020 at 2:17 PM I truly appreciate double visits, Alexis:) Thank you. Best regards // paul

Silent One October 26, 2020 at 9:14 AM This one is full of pain my friend.. Congratulations on your placement.. Paul Callus October 27, 2020 at 2:15 PM Thank you, S-1. Your prompt was truly inspiring. Regards // paul

Kim Rodrigues October 26, 2020 at 4:51 AM How deep the shards and how unaware the perpetrator! Paul Callus October 27, 2020 at 2:13 PM Thank you for reading and commenting, Kim. Regards // paul

Quoth Theraven October 25, 2020 at 5:30 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 October 26, 2020 at 1:22 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 October 25, 2020 at 12:16 PM such a tender & touching write here, my friend Paul Callus October 26, 2020 at 1:14 AM Thank you, Jack. Enjoy the week ahead my friend. // paul

Darlene De Beaulieu October 25, 2020 at 12:13 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 October 26, 2020 at 3:26 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 October 26, 2020 at 1:06 AM Thank you, Darlene. Letting go sometimes means a big sacrifice...necessary and yet painful. Regards // paul

Susan Ashley October 24, 2020 at 2:09 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 October 26, 2020 at 1:04 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 October 23, 2020 at 6:02 PM Dear Poet, Loved your touching write! It's beautiful! Best wishes, Mala Paul Callus October 24, 2020 at 4:38 AM Thank you very much, Malabika. Pleased to make your acquaintance. ~ Regards // paul

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