Paul Callus Poet Free verse

Locked Leap

Is it love or trust, mutual desire or strong will
               that ejects entwined bodies into the unknown
                   from the springboard of impulsiveness?
            Arched in firm embrace and defying norms of life
                        they leap forth with passion filled
                                in search of fulfillment.
                                 A moment so intense
                               magnetic, unrestrained,  
                        where the movement flows along 
                         radiating hidden brutal strength,
                           and yet, so graceful to behold.

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[Note: After attending the inauguration of Caesar Attard’s art exhibition
  at the National Museum of Fine Arts, Valletta, Malta. This is about his
                            painting called "Locked Leap".]
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Contest: Screwed III
Sponsor: Rob Carmack
Placed 3rd

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Poet Destroyer A May 14, 2015 at 7:58 PM Paul, sweet win...Linda Paul Callus May 18, 2015 at 10:42 AM Thank you Linda. Have a nice week:) // paul

Skat A May 14, 2015 at 5:27 PM Paul, congrats on your Screwed III win. SKAT

Jan Allison May 13, 2015 at 9:22 AM So glad to see this showcased in the screwed contest Paul - many congrats:-) hugs jan xx Paul Callus May 13, 2015 at 3:52 PM Thank you, Jan. I'm glad I kept faith in this poem! // Been lovely weather today; went to Valletta...crowded with tourists! // Hugs // paul

Sandra Haight May 13, 2015 at 8:15 AM Paul, Such wonderful imagery you painted with your words to bring us this stunning work of art. Congratulations on your fine placement in the contest. Paul Callus May 13, 2015 at 3:47 PM Thank you Sandra. Your winning poem was a delight to read, too. All the best. // paul

Rob Carmack May 13, 2015 at 3:11 AM Have not seen the painting, but this poem sure brushes one in my mind. Congrats Paul. Paul Callus May 13, 2015 at 3:45 PM Thank you so much, Rob. It was a pleasure for me to participate in your contest. I am glad you found this poem to your liking. All the best. // paul

Julia Ward March 9, 2015 at 6:04 AM I liked the gentle touch swiftly following "brutal". Hugs, Julia, xx Paul Callus March 9, 2015 at 8:39 AM You hit the nail on the head, Julia. That is what impressed me most in this picture. Thank you. Hugs // paul

Debbie Guzzi February 13, 2015 at 3:42 PM You have inspired all of us to want to see this artists work! Light & Love Paul Callus February 15, 2015 at 11:42 AM Hi Debbie, thank you for this lovely visit; just found this comment while rummaging around trying to find my way amongst scattered comments; hope soup mail will get fixed soon! All the best. // paul

Cherl Dunn February 9, 2015 at 3:27 PM Dear Paul, This is romance in it's natural raw force of passion, it is truly beautiful I'm impressed with it beyond words o expression, the images are subperb, what an inspirational write your romantic soul lies completly exposed let it shine more often my friend let your romantic butterfly soar free with liberations degree and let us feel the currents beneath your wings of expressions, cheri Paul Callus February 10, 2015 at 12:48 PM I am so pleased that you found this write inspirational and romantic. It's not my usual mellow touch, but sometimes I branch out into something different; this painting asked for a slightly more raw approach. // I too have been busy; final proof reading of a book which will be published some time in March. // paul

Andrea Dietrich January 10, 2015 at 6:49 PM very well done. MY, I need to get myself inspired for this one. i will check out this painting on my way off here. you ought to post the picture up! Paul Callus January 11, 2015 at 12:12 PM Glad you like it Andrea! I'm afraid you won't find the painting on the net...I saw it on attending the exhibition. (perhaps I'll post it one of these days when I reach premium status!) // paul

Richard Lamoureux January 10, 2015 at 9:30 AM I tried to google the title with no success. Paul Callus January 10, 2015 at 2:18 PM Sorry Richard; it's not on the net; next time you'll have to attend his exhibition:) // paul

Demetrios Trifiatis January 9, 2015 at 2:02 PM In reality, after reading this vivifying writing, there is no need to see the painting for your poem has allowed my imagination to see a myriad versions of it! Astounding, my friend Paul! Paul Callus January 10, 2015 at 8:32 AM So glad you can picture it in your mind, Demi, for the painting itself is not on internet, so it would be just about impossible for you to come across it. Thank you for the lovely comments my friend! // paul

Richard Lamoureux January 9, 2015 at 8:39 AM I can feel the sexual energy in this powerful piece. I havn't seen the picture but now I want to. Paul Callus January 10, 2015 at 8:39 AM I will have to convince my friend Caesar Attard to put all his paintings online. He's a very good painter and has had his works exhibited locally and abroad. // paul

Olive Eloisa Guillermo - Fraser January 9, 2015 at 12:48 AM I like every line of this poem Paul, it's blooming with intensity and so strong.. !!!powerfuL! Paul Callus January 10, 2015 at 8:18 AM Thank you Olive_eloi! your comments sound just like this poem!! hugs // paul

Debbie Guzzi January 8, 2015 at 7:44 PM Great job great contest entry! Light & love Paul Callus January 10, 2015 at 8:30 AM Many thanks Debbie; I rely on your judgment. Have a nice weekend. // paul

John Fleming January 8, 2015 at 1:18 AM Good piece of prose, Paul! Crammed with intensity! :) john. Paul Callus January 10, 2015 at 9:05 AM Thank you John; love your 'intense' comments! All the best. // paul

Dr. Upma A. Sharma January 7, 2015 at 10:03 PM Hv loved this passionate masterpiece Paul! its a rainbow of colours coming to my mind after reading this! Sure to place high! Good luck! Paul Callus January 10, 2015 at 9:00 AM Glad you found it to your liking, Upma...and thank you for the faith you show in it! Have a nice weekend. // paul

David Meade January 7, 2015 at 6:17 PM A leap of faith!! I can feel the adrenaline rush of pushing past fears to test your own strength of will . . . outstanding dear friend. Happy new year -- 7 Paul Callus January 10, 2015 at 8:17 AM Thank you for your 'like' and high rating, David. That adrenaline rush is what I intended to pass on mostly. Have a nice weekend. // paul

Tim Smith January 7, 2015 at 5:54 PM What a great picture you paint Paul...I would love to see the painting.....Tim Paul Callus January 10, 2015 at 9:06 AM So pleased you found this to your liking, Tim. All the best. // paul

Frederic Parker January 7, 2015 at 5:37 PM Paul your first three lines are incredible and your poem just keeps soaring..never have I read about something everyone understands captured in such a powerful pure way...bravo to you...going into my fav list Paul Callus January 10, 2015 at 9:15 AM Thank you lots Frederic...I appreciate your insightful and complimentary comments...and the fav! Have a nice weekend. // paul

Jan Allison January 7, 2015 at 5:15 PM I've tried to find the picture on google but I can't - must visit the museum next time we visit Malta! Imagery is brilliant Paul - good luck in the contest:-) Hugs jan xx Paul Callus January 10, 2015 at 8:15 AM No, Jan, it's not on internet. I told Caesar that he ought to put all his paintings on the net, but he's too busy to play around on a computer! Glad you enjoyed it; I feel that I did him proud!! hugs // paul

M. L. Kiser January 7, 2015 at 4:41 PM Beautiful imagery! Paul Callus January 7, 2015 at 4:55 PM Thank you ML. Glad you enjoyed! // paul