Irrational

[This poem is based on 2 forms: Lanterne & ABC]


fear
grinds with
heartless greed-
insatiable
jaws
------------------------------- Light up the Page 4 Contest Hosted by Joseph May Placed 4th © 10th April 2019
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019


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Date: 12/7/2020 1:34:00 PM
You write these Lanterne poems very well, Paul. Eventually, I'll try to write one :)
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Paul Callus
Date: 12/7/2020 2:49:00 PM
I'm looking forward to read your Lanterne poem, Angela:) Thank you for stopping by. // paul
Date: 5/12/2019 12:56:00 PM
such truth here, my friend
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Date: 5/12/2019 3:09:00 PM
Thank you, Jack. Hope you had a pleasant weekend, my friend. Regards // paul
Date: 4/28/2019 5:45:00 AM
This is great, Paul. Back with the congrats on your fine win. Best Regards, Charlie
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Date: 4/28/2019 3:29:00 PM
Thank you, Charlie. Best regards // paul
Date: 4/27/2019 1:57:00 PM
You did amazing with the form and the restrictions. Love this.
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Date: 4/28/2019 4:03:00 AM
Your complimentary remarks are appreciated, Andrea...thank you! Regards // paul
Date: 4/27/2019 1:41:00 PM
Very nicely expressed Paul..Congrats on your win..
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Paul Callus
Date: 4/28/2019 4:02:00 AM
Thank you, Joseph. Your contest inspired many worthy entries. Regards // paul
Date: 4/27/2019 1:29:00 PM
Congratulations for your win :)
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Date: 4/28/2019 4:00:00 AM
Thank you, Heidi; read your lovely winning entry yesterday. Regards // paul
Date: 4/27/2019 12:54:00 PM
- Congratulations on your win, Paul :) - Lovely weekend :) - hugs //Anne-Lise :)
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Date: 4/28/2019 3:59:00 AM
Thank you, Anne-Lise :) Have a lovely weekend. Hugs // paul
Date: 4/22/2019 12:41:00 PM
Great imagery Paul and scary - Your Lanternes rule my friend, all the best in the contest! Warm regards and hugs, Jennifer.
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Date: 4/22/2019 3:22:00 PM
You are too kind, Jenny...thank you, my friend. Warm regards & Hugs // paul
Date: 4/10/2019 8:28:00 PM
Oh, a deep and gripping poem, my dear friend. You've captured that gnawing feeling of fear with your potent pen and stunning imagery. Best wishes for a win, Paul, and warmest wishes and hugs for you! :)) ~Susan
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Date: 4/11/2019 1:01:00 PM
Thank you, Susan; as always, your insightful comments are a pleasure to read. ¬ Warm regards & hugs // paul
Date: 4/10/2019 12:05:00 PM
I've found keeping them alphabetical is a real challenge but you've done it well Paul, Good luck. Tom.
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Date: 4/10/2019 1:15:00 PM
Thank you, Tom. Yes, the alphabetical rule does make it trickier! Regards // paul
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