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Indulging In Sweet Wine

death plays hide and seek

seize the day

by its vulgar horns


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A MagiCicada 13 Contest
Host: Maureen McGreavy

lifecarpe diem

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Angela Crabtree

December 1, 2020 at 7:10 PM

That's right, Paul. "Seize the day" and don't stop. I totally agree :)

Paul Callus

December 2, 2020 at 2:28 PM

We have to make the most of each day; life is too short! Best regards // paul

Susan Ashley

July 31, 2019 at 4:09 PM

Your gifted imagination never fails to seize my imagination, Paul. Such poetic drama and beauty packed into three little lines. I especially love your title for this impactful piece. Indeed, live for today, life is fleeting! The older we get the more important this becomes. Warmest wishes and hugs always my inspiring friend.. ~Susan

Susan Ashley

August 2, 2019 at 10:42 PM

I would have given you the gold, my dear friend :)

Paul Callus

August 2, 2019 at 5:41 AM

Pity you were not judging this contest, Susan!:) Your critique gives me reason to keep believing in myself and my trusty muse! Thank you so much, my friend. ~ Warm regards & Hugs // paul

Maria Williams

July 28, 2019 at 10:05 PM

Alas I do not drink Paul, so have not had to wrestle with the indulgence, but I'm all about Carpe Diem. You are The Master of saying so much in such a few words my dear friend. Good luck in the contest....Maria Hugs

Paul Callus

July 29, 2019 at 4:53 PM

Ah! Two lovely visits in quick succession, Maria! Always a pleasure to have you stopping by. I'm no drinker myself, though once in a while I enjoy a small glass of red wine (good for the heart). Thank you for the generous comments, my friend. Hugs // paul

Andrea Dietrich

July 23, 2019 at 6:49 PM

oh and it just hit me, that is the title of yours I used in my 20 friends poem!!

Paul Callus

July 24, 2019 at 2:17 PM

Exactly, Andrea :) Good afternoon ~ paul

Connie Marcum Wong

July 23, 2019 at 8:36 AM

Death is tortuous and your last line defines that so well Paul. Dark but brilliant! xxoo

Paul Callus

July 24, 2019 at 2:18 PM

Thank you,Connie. So pleased that you enjoyed. Regards // paul

Gershon Wolf

July 22, 2019 at 12:27 PM

This one grows on me more every time I look at it. Those horns are scary. Best of everything, Gershon

Paul Callus

July 23, 2019 at 3:18 AM

Ha ha horns are always somewhat scary:) Hope you made horns or tails of what my mind dished out!! Regards // paul

Supraja Kannan

July 22, 2019 at 11:20 AM

How true! Loved it... Good luck in the contest.

Paul Callus

July 23, 2019 at 3:13 AM

Thank you, Supraja. Have a nice day. Regards // paul

CayCay Godwin

July 20, 2019 at 6:40 PM

An original indeed - a heavy-duty carpe diem message, too. You successfully delivered a somber tone. Poetry hugs ... CayCay

Paul Callus

July 22, 2019 at 3:48 PM

Your feedback is appreciated, CayCay...thank you! Regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich

July 19, 2019 at 4:11 PM

so original and cool, Paul. LOve it!

Paul Callus

July 22, 2019 at 3:37 PM

Thank you, Andrea. All the best // paul

Richard Lamoureux

July 19, 2019 at 9:53 AM

Sounds like a plan!

Paul Callus

July 22, 2019 at 3:17 PM

Ha ha ... there is always a plan somewhere!! Regards // paul

Ravi Sathasivam

July 19, 2019 at 12:54 AM

Excellent. Wise verse. Well said Paul Thanks for sharing it

Paul Callus

July 22, 2019 at 2:56 PM

Thank you, Ravi. Pleased to see you back in action :) Regards // paul

Jennifer Proxenos

July 18, 2019 at 4:38 PM

A clever write Paul as always - rather I do not know when the moment will be - just would like to live peacefully and lovingly with my family and dear friends. Warm regards and hugs, Jennifer

Paul Callus

July 22, 2019 at 2:53 PM

Thank you, Jenny. We can all enjoy the day, as long as we're prepared for any eventuality that might arise. ~ Warm regards & Hugs // paul.

Heidi Sands

July 18, 2019 at 7:31 AM

So true Paul. Well done :)

Paul Callus

July 19, 2019 at 5:01 PM

Thank you, Heidi. Enjoy the weekend. // paul

Tom Cunningham

July 18, 2019 at 2:59 AM

No one knows the day or the hour Paul, just hope when I do I have a glass in my hand lol. Live it whilst you have it is my motto. Tom

Paul Callus

July 19, 2019 at 3:42 PM

Thank you, Tom. An old friend of mine used to get up very early every morning; when once I asked him why, he answered: "Each day could be my last, so I make the most of it!" Regards // paul