Notes About The Poem

Loneliness

like the silhouette
of  solitary
wetland reeds
I immerse my sadness
in a red sunset

sadverse

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Vladislav Raven

Date: 10/27/2018 2:14:00 AM

Hi Paul, such a beautiful poem. In such a few words your emotion is expressed. You really have a flare with these shorter writes, that is not to say you don't have a flare for larger poems, for you do. It has been a pleasure to read this touching piece this morning. A Fave. Have a wonderful Saturday. Your friend always....Mike.

Paul Callus
Date: 10/27/2018 6:49:00 AM

Thank you, Mike. Your insightful comments are a pleasure to read; the fav much appreciated. Have a nice weekend, my friend. // paul

James Inman

Date: 8/4/2018 8:03:00 AM

Paul, a very emotional and touching write.

Paul Callus
Date: 8/4/2018 4:12:00 PM

Thank you for clicking on the 'like' button, James:) Regards // paul

Akham Nilabirdhwaja Singh

Date: 7/31/2018 1:33:00 AM

An amazing write !

Paul Callus
Date: 7/31/2018 2:16:00 AM

'amazing' is more than I merit, Akham...thank you! Regards // paul

Jack Horne

Date: 7/26/2018 10:57:00 AM

this is such a deep one - love it. Hope all's good with you, my friend

Paul Callus
Date: 7/27/2018 1:06:00 PM

Thank you for the lovely comments, Jack. Keeping well and busy! Best regards // paul

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 7/25/2018 4:02:00 PM

A beautiful poem, Paul, that touches the heart. The photo is stunning! Hope you had a nice vacation. Welcome back, Carolyn

Paul Callus
Date: 7/27/2018 12:59:00 PM

Many thanks, Carolyn! In this case the photo arrived after the poem was written. The vacation was hectic but enjoyable. After that, and 2 weeks without a computer (now problem solved) I have a lot of catching up to do, apart from the fact that I found a good amount of proof reading to deal with. Hugs // paul

Anil Deo

Date: 7/24/2018 5:08:00 PM

Irene', shalom, salaam, paz, pace, peace, shanthi ---thanks Paul.

Paul Callus
Date: 7/25/2018 3:27:00 PM

Hi, Shalom...I answer you in my language (Maltese): Il-paci mieghek! Regards // paul

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 7/23/2018 3:40:00 PM

There is a wonderful optimism in this poem shining out from the last line,Paul. Nice!

Paul Callus
Date: 7/25/2018 3:26:00 PM

Thank you for sharing your thoughts regarding this topic, Caren. Regards // paul

Viv Wigley

Date: 7/22/2018 1:21:00 AM

A lovely, melancholy piece, Paul. A column in the Times yesterday mentioned how many antidepressants are being prescribed to lonely people. Very sad. Regards, Viv

Paul Callus
Date: 7/25/2018 3:24:00 PM

Hi Viv...antidepressants are on the increase; even children in schools are being associated with these kinds of things. I assume that 'modern' living has brought in many new problems which did not exist in my youth. Regards // paul

Leon Enriquez

Date: 7/21/2018 12:13:00 AM

Dear Paul: Nicely done. Poignant, profound, primal. All my best wishes, Leon.

Paul Callus
Date: 7/25/2018 1:39:00 PM

Thank you, Leon...a lovely array of adjectives:) Best regards // paul

Akham Nilabirdhwaja Singh

Date: 7/19/2018 6:18:00 AM

Lovely.Like the last two lines.

Paul Callus
Date: 7/25/2018 1:38:00 PM

Thank you, Akham. Pleased to make your acquaintance. // paul

Chris Hagy

Date: 7/15/2018 3:11:00 PM

Beautiful Paul... both the picture and the sentiment...and so where I'm at right now...sometimes you can't help but "immerse" yourself in sorrow. To happier days Paul :)

Paul Callus
Date: 7/25/2018 12:02:00 PM

Thank you for liking and commenting, Chris. Sad moments occur from time to time, but we learn to deal with them. To happier days :) [excuse the late reply....my computer has been out of order for about 2 weeks.] Regards // paul

Pashang Salehi

Date: 7/13/2018 5:58:00 PM

Paul, maybe you and I should get together and write a book on the subject. Nicely painted...

Paul Callus
Date: 7/25/2018 11:57:00 AM

We should unite to abolish loneliness, Pashang:) Thank you for stopping by. Regards // paul

Freddie Robinson Jr.

Date: 7/12/2018 9:51:00 AM

Ah, the mood somber has such a tranquil effect, Paul. This quiet space, where which your pen heart rests, settles the mind ... steels the will. Solitude forges iron fortitude ... a most beautiful thing to singularly behold. Ty for this timeless womb muse. Hope your health is on the mend. Lovely poem. Love and best wishes, my dear friend.

Anil Deo

Date: 7/12/2018 12:13:00 AM

Beautiful, final 2 lines mean so many things, to so many readers - thanks a million, Paul. I can see your Dear Readers are glad the Muse has kissed your typing fingers/pencils again. shalom, shalom

Paul Callus
Date: 7/24/2018 2:31:00 PM

You are too kind, Anil! Thank you. Regards // paul

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 7/11/2018 11:33:00 PM

Your poem and the picture have a kind of solemnness of haunting beauty Paul. Lovely my friend! xxoo

Paul Callus
Date: 7/24/2018 10:35:00 AM

Thank you, Connie; I like how you described it! Warm regards // paul

Susan Ashley

Date: 7/11/2018 10:31:00 PM

Dear Paul, nothing captures the state of loneliness, with more sadness, than a solitary silhouette - which is heightened by the drama of your sunset imagery. The melancholy beauty of your write is spellbinding, my wonderful friend.. Warmest wishes and hugs always.. ~Susan

Paul Callus
Date: 7/24/2018 10:47:00 AM

Dear Susan, as always your insightful comments are truly cherished my friend. I am glad you could feel the melancholy reflected in my words. Thank you. Warm regards & hugs // paul

Carole Duet

Date: 7/11/2018 9:15:00 PM

Sad and yet lovely. Sometimes sunset is the loneliest time of day. Great little verse....

Paul Callus
Date: 7/24/2018 10:33:00 AM

You are right, Carole. Thank you for stopping by. Regards // paul

Tom Cunningham

Date: 7/11/2018 11:06:00 AM

You captured it so well in a few lines Paul. There is nothing more tragic than the state of loneliness yet many live it day in and day out. Tom

Paul Callus
Date: 7/11/2018 11:33:00 AM

Thank you, Tom. There are people who are often surrounded by crowds, yet they still suffer from loneliness. Regards // paul

Besma Riabi Dziri

Date: 7/11/2018 2:08:00 AM

Your well composed verse wonderfully captured your state of "loneliness"! No wonder your muse of poetry enchanted you in that serene solitude! A great write! My regards Paul. Be blessed always.

Paul Callus
Date: 7/11/2018 3:29:00 AM

Your delightful comments also serve to enchant me, Besma:) Thank you! Regards & blessings // paul

Lyric Man

Date: 7/10/2018 10:47:00 PM

Paul, you understand color well. I love this emotive and sensitive write.. it sticks to you!

Paul Callus
Date: 7/11/2018 3:18:00 AM

Thank you, my friend. Have a nice day. Regards // paul

Arturo Michael

Date: 7/10/2018 8:06:00 PM

A comfort nevertheless...to be immersed in your sadness ... Nice imagery Paul...All the best

Paul Callus
Date: 7/11/2018 2:50:00 AM

Pleased you like it, Arturo. Thank you for stopping by. Regards // paul

Vijay Pandit

Date: 7/10/2018 7:24:00 PM

The red sunset comforts the solitary..well depicted, Paul

Paul Callus
Date: 7/11/2018 2:49:00 AM

Well said, Vijay! Thank you for your input. Regards // paul

Daniel Turner

Date: 7/10/2018 6:48:00 PM

It's a lovely verse Paul. I live with loneliness everyday. I too immerse my sadness in beautiful sunsets. They would be even more beautiful if I had someone to share them with. Be well my friend:)

Paul Callus
Date: 7/11/2018 2:48:00 AM

Thank you, Danny. To love and to share is ideally what most of us desire. Regards // paul