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Indecision

Enticed
          by feminine allure
          my resistance 
          crumbles
          like a house of cards. 

          On brief reflection
          I contemplate
          the repercussion
          of total surrender
          or hurried retreat.

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          © 17th March 2018

Copyright © Paul Callus | Year Posted 2018

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Laura Breidenthal Date: 5/10/2018 10:59:00 AM Sounds like a strong, healthy mind contemplating their next move in the face of temptation. Nice little verse! Always, Laura Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 5/10/2018 2:33:00 PM Thank you for sharing your thoughts, Laura. Regards // paul

Agnes Krampe Date: 4/10/2018 7:43:00 PM How intriguing, Paul - I wonder which you chose. Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 5/10/2018 2:02:00 PM Hi Agnes, I am sure that I replied to this comment ages ago, yet there is nothing to show for it! Thank you for patiently waiting for an answer:) Usually I don't give up that easily, so probably no thoughts of a hurried retreat ! Regards // paul

Robert Lindley Date: 4/10/2018 6:24:00 AM Wisdom dictates the benefits of caution and prudence but oft love demands both be tossed aside my friend. And if its true love from both involved no earthly treasure measure up to its blessings. Yet something to be said for a judicious and well timed retreat. A fav... Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 4/10/2018 9:07:00 AM Your insightful comments are the fruit of experience, my friend! Thank you for yet another pleasant visit, Robert. Regards // paul

Maria Williams Date: 3/21/2018 11:42:00 PM Oh we only live this life once, take the total surrender Paul. And as my mum used to say...'be brave, take a chance, the sweetest fruit hang from the farthest branch',...something like that Lol. Love how you convey so much in such few words. this is brilliant and a fave....Maria Hugs Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 3/23/2018 8:20:00 AM Your mum's words are meant to be heeded, Maria...so is your advice! Thank you for yet another pleasant visit:) Regards // paul

FJ Thomas Date: 3/21/2018 8:02:00 PM Ahhh but which did you choose dear Paul?! :) Beautifully done. Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 3/23/2018 4:58:00 AM Thank you Shadow:) I have never been one to accept defeat that easily! I see a change of avatar...confirms the fact that some lips are unmistakable:) Warm regards // paul

Freddie Robinson Jr. Date: 3/21/2018 3:29:00 PM Brilliant self-introspection poetry, Paul. Your pen shines w/subtle pastel hues of insight. LOVE this poem. Your talent never relents or surrender to the mundane. Love and joy always. Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 3/21/2018 4:01:00 PM Thank you for the gifted words, Freddie...you are too generous! All the best...paul

Maurice Yvonne Date: 3/20/2018 11:16:00 AM Wow, a stunning piece Paul. I love to fav your poetry because you make such a great mentor for those still learning. As an aside If you have time could you please check out my newest poem. I need some help from my friends on a new project I have embarked on. Thank you. Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 3/20/2018 2:06:00 PM Thank you for the generous comments and fav, Armand. Congratulations on the video, and all the best for the project ahead. Regards // paul

Janis Medders Tobechi Date: 3/18/2018 5:03:00 PM Most men I meet are on hurried retreat. Love this poetry. Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 3/19/2018 1:53:00 PM It's their loss, Sian:) But not all men are like that....take Danny for instance...maybe I could act as go-between:) Thank you for a pleasant visit. Regards // paul Daniel Turner Date: 3/19/2018 2:38:00 AM You haven't met me yet. I promise I won't run:) Most likely buy you an ice cream or a soda if you like. Now who's retreating?

Akkina Downing Date: 3/18/2018 12:52:00 PM Oh how lovely this is! Great to see you again Paul... hugs :) Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 3/18/2018 1:40:00 PM Thank you for your lovely reaction, Akkina:) Pleased to have you stopping by. Hugs & smiles // paul

Silent One Date: 3/18/2018 10:25:00 AM Always tread carefully my friend... well expressed.. Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 3/18/2018 1:38:00 PM Treading with caution makes sense, but isn't love supposed to be blind!! Regards // paul

Vijay Pandit Date: 3/18/2018 6:45:00 AM Total surrender friend! Well written contemplation!! Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 3/18/2018 1:37:00 PM You sound very sure of your choice, Vijay:) I think I'll heed your advice:) Regards // paul

Tom Cunningham Date: 3/18/2018 2:38:00 AM Lovely thought provoking verse Paul, what is this spell they have over us ? You can run but you can't hide. Tom Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 3/18/2018 1:36:00 PM I enjoyed your candid comments, Tom, especially the last one:) Thank you for handing over a smile:) Regards // paul

Viv Wigley Date: 3/18/2018 2:09:00 AM Moral of the story, Paul- take up knitting. Much safer. Fine little write, regards, Viv Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 3/18/2018 1:34:00 PM Oh...but I did take up knitting when I was young, Viv!! My mum got us all to learn sewing, knitting, cooking, etc. Had I to live on my own I'd have no problems:) Regards // paul

Daniel Turner Date: 3/17/2018 10:13:00 PM It's a shell game one hardly ever wins, Paul, and I still haven't decided if the good outweighs the bad. A most enjoyable poem. a pleasure to read. Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 3/18/2018 11:08:00 AM Thank you, Danny. Some things are best left to fate! Regards // paul

Connie Marcum Wong Date: 3/17/2018 8:53:00 PM This poem is enchanting Paul. She does look quite irresistible. Love it Paul! Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 3/18/2018 10:56:00 AM You are too generous, Connie...but I'll willingly accept the compliment:) Thank you! Regards // paul

Susan Ashley Date: 3/17/2018 7:36:00 PM The thoughts that speed through one's mind when caught at a crossroads.. Paul, you are masterful at presenting these poetic quandaries wrapped in the allure of your intriguing poetry. I absolutely love your irresistible style. A superb write my friend. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 3/18/2018 10:46:00 AM Thank you, Susan; your insightful comments are truly cherished:) Hope you're having a lovely weekend! Warm regards // paul

Line Gauthier Date: 3/17/2018 7:04:00 PM A wise man is always cautious, dear Paul. Touching poem. Login to Reply Paul Callus Date: 3/17/2018 7:17:00 PM Thank you, Line. Your comments and advice are much appreciated:) Goodnight // paul