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

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Angela Crabtree

Date: 12/7/2020 1:34:00 PM

You write these Lanterne poems very well, Paul. Eventually, I'll try to write one :)

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

Jack Horne

Date: 5/12/2019 12:56:00 PM

such truth here, my friend

Paul Callus
Date: 5/12/2019 3:09:00 PM

Thank you, Jack. Hope you had a pleasant weekend, my friend. Regards // paul

Charles Messina

Date: 4/28/2019 5:45:00 AM

This is great, Paul. Back with the congrats on your fine win. Best Regards, Charlie

Paul Callus
Date: 4/28/2019 3:29:00 PM

Thank you, Charlie. Best regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 4/27/2019 1:57:00 PM

You did amazing with the form and the restrictions. Love this.

Paul Callus
Date: 4/28/2019 4:03:00 AM

Your complimentary remarks are appreciated, Andrea...thank you! Regards // paul

Joseph May

Date: 4/27/2019 1:41:00 PM

Very nicely expressed Paul..Congrats on your win..

Paul Callus
Date: 4/28/2019 4:02:00 AM

Thank you, Joseph. Your contest inspired many worthy entries. Regards // paul

Heidi Sands

Date: 4/27/2019 1:29:00 PM

Congratulations for your win :)

Paul Callus
Date: 4/28/2019 4:00:00 AM

Thank you, Heidi; read your lovely winning entry yesterday. Regards // paul

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 4/27/2019 12:54:00 PM

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

Paul Callus
Date: 4/28/2019 3:59:00 AM

Thank you, Anne-Lise :) Have a lovely weekend. Hugs // paul

Jennifer Proxenos

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.

Paul Callus
Date: 4/22/2019 3:22:00 PM

You are too kind, Jenny...thank you, my friend. Warm regards & Hugs // paul

Susan Ashley

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

Paul Callus
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

Tom Cunningham

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.

Paul Callus
Date: 4/10/2019 1:15:00 PM

Thank you, Tom. Yes, the alphabetical rule does make it trickier! Regards // paul