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Limerence

Infatuated
by obsessive 
urges and desires
he swims in 
seas of illusion
where fluctuating
intense waves of
longing and despair
play havoc with
his fragile heart.

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Angela Crabtree

January 22, 2021 at 12:35 PM

A very heartfelt write, Paul :)

Laura Hay

February 8, 2018 at 7:28 AM

Another fantastic poem Paul! And with a romantic tone - seas of illusion being the positive of course, rather than delusional. Warm regards, Laura.

Paul Callus

February 8, 2018 at 9:31 AM

Thank you for your generous comments, Laura:) Warm regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich

February 5, 2018 at 6:52 PM

Hey, you got me to look up the word limerence with this one, and it makes great sense since you defined this kind of individual so well. (I had heard the word before but completely forgot it had to do with obsession!)

Paul Callus

February 6, 2018 at 11:36 AM

Thank you for reading...and liking, Andrea. I like it when readers get involved:) Regards // paul

Richard Lamoureux

January 31, 2018 at 8:46 AM

There is nothing quite like infatuated love to toss one about. Oh what a ride! You expressed so much in so few words. The sign of a true poet.

Paul Callus

February 1, 2018 at 1:59 PM

Thank you, Richard; your generous comments are truly appreciated. Regards // paul

Eileen Manassian

January 28, 2018 at 1:00 AM

Dear me....someone needs to save him. Sometimes...such people don't want to be saved because at least, though buffeted, they know that they are alive.

Paul Callus

February 1, 2018 at 1:57 PM

I can understand your reasoning, too, Eileen. There are times when love and infatuation are only separated by a thin line! Thank you for stopping by...hugs // paul

Maria Williams

January 24, 2018 at 6:48 AM

Infatuation is intense, lets hope the agony is not prolonged to his fragile heart Paul. Reflectively poignant....Maria

Paul Callus

February 1, 2018 at 1:04 PM

Hi Maria! Infatuation can be a cause of much pain, especially where young love is concerned! Regards // paul

Connie Marcum Wong

January 24, 2018 at 3:02 AM

Hearts are fragile and unrequited love is never forgotten. Beautifully poignant Paul! : )

Paul Callus

February 1, 2018 at 1:01 PM

Thank you, Connie. The worst thing is when one falls in love with somebody who already belongs to someone else! Regards // paul

Olive Eloisa Guillermo - Fraser

January 24, 2018 at 2:18 AM

love isn't love when it is obsession.. reflective and provoking write... smiles & hugs, olive_eloi

Paul Callus

February 1, 2018 at 12:43 PM

Thank you for your for reading and commenting, Olive_eloi:) Hugs & smiles to you, too:) // paul

Susan Ashley

January 23, 2018 at 8:22 PM

A fragile heart is so tender and vulnerable Paul, especially while swimming in seas of yearning illusion. A sadly beautiful poem of infatuated love with superb and heartfelt expression. Loved it! Warmest wishes my friend.. ~Susan

Paul Callus

February 1, 2018 at 12:41 PM

Thank you for stopping by with lovely insightful comments, Susan! Obsessive love can be such a heart-breaking affair! ~ Warm regards // paul

Anne-Lise Andresen

January 23, 2018 at 1:11 PM

- Sounds so sad ... dreams that get broken are heartbreaking, Paul - Beautifully described with waves :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Paul Callus

January 23, 2018 at 3:40 PM

Thank you Anne-Lise for your feedback:) Regards & hugs // paul

Silent One

January 23, 2018 at 7:27 AM

Oh this is sad and love does hurt when one has a fragile heart..

Paul Callus

January 23, 2018 at 10:51 AM

Fragile hearts hurt the most...Thank you for reading and commenting, S-1. ~ Regards //paul

Viv Wigley

January 23, 2018 at 1:29 AM

Nice write, Paul, enjoy the short lines that give it a sort of tide -in, tide-out feel, waves on the beach. Regards, Viv

Paul Callus

January 23, 2018 at 10:50 AM

I like your feedback, Viv:) Thank you for stopping by. Regards // paul

Jan Allison

January 22, 2018 at 8:06 PM

wonderful description of infatuated love Paul and he definitely swims in the sea of illusion:-) really enjoyed your thoughts, thanks for sharing:-) hugs jan xx

Paul Callus

January 23, 2018 at 10:26 AM

Your presence on my page is always welcome, Jan, so are your lovely comments:) Hugs // paul