Paul Callus Poet Monorhyme

Meeting Halfway

On such a winter’s day
The sea and sky dark grey 
My hair in disarray
I taste the salty spray
And though so far away
Your words I still replay
With aching heart I pray
That you’ll return to stay…
So come, let’s meet halfway
Forgiveness on display.


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Phyllis Babcock January 23, 2020 at 2:54 PM The compromise --the meeting in the middle. Nicely penned Paul. love phyl Paul Callus January 24, 2020 at 2:16 PM You describe it well, Phyllis! Thank you for reading and liking. Hugs // paul

Kim Rodrigues January 20, 2020 at 12:26 PM Congrats on third place! I enjoyed the short lines with great emotion and imagery! Paul Callus January 20, 2020 at 2:27 PM Thank you, Kim. Hope you started the new week on the right foot:) // paul

Cecilia Macfarlane January 17, 2020 at 8:48 AM Short, charming and wonderful. Congrats on your win Paul. Hugs Paul Callus January 17, 2020 at 12:27 PM Thank you, Cecilia....and congratulations about being gifted with premium membership! Have a lovely weekend:) Hugs // paul

Caren Krutsinger January 17, 2020 at 5:26 AM Congratulations! Monorhymes are not easy. Paul Callus January 17, 2020 at 7:07 AM Thank you, Caren. All the best // paul

Eve Roper January 16, 2020 at 10:55 PM Paul, congratulations your win. Eve Paul Callus January 17, 2020 at 7:07 AM Thank you so much, Eve. Best regards // paul

Sandra Adams January 16, 2020 at 10:09 AM beautifully penned... compromise, always, meet in the middle... love this, congratulations on your win :) hugs Paul Callus January 16, 2020 at 10:41 AM Thank you, Sandra; your comments and thoughts are appreciated. Regards & Hugs // paul

William Kelii Kekaula January 15, 2020 at 3:37 PM Thought it to be The Mama's and The Papa's though forgiveness truly matters Paul, thanks for your participation, and my compliments on your placement~@wk Paul Callus January 15, 2020 at 4:09 PM Thank you, William...and congratulations on finding the courage to launch your very first contest :) Regards // paul

Anil Deo January 14, 2020 at 5:45 PM worth a second and third reading/s. shalom shalom in Jesus Paul Callus January 15, 2020 at 8:27 AM Thank you for coming back to reread, Anil:) Best regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich January 12, 2020 at 2:58 PM short and sweet. I really like this entry to the contest. Paul Callus January 13, 2020 at 6:51 AM Thank you, Andrea. I believe that simplicity is the key to a smooth monorhyme. Best regards // paul

Paula Goldsmith January 11, 2020 at 2:09 PM We all need to Forgive because we all need Forgiveness. A great write. Enjoy your weekend.......... Paul Callus January 12, 2020 at 4:31 AM Yes...we cannot expect forgiveness unless we too are ready to forgive, Paula. Thank you for reading and commenting. Have a lovely Sunday. // paul

Sandra Adams January 10, 2020 at 9:13 PM wonderfully crafted monorhyme Paul...it's easier to forgive then it is to forget... this one comes from a place down deep... best wishes in the contest... hugs Paul Callus January 11, 2020 at 8:04 AM Thank you for the insightful and complimentary comments, Sandra...much appreciated. Have a nice weekend. Hugs // paul

Jennifer Proxenos January 9, 2020 at 11:14 AM Forgiveness is essential in our lives but forgive and forget, how does one forget? Such heartfelt words Paul, ward regards and hugs, Blessing for 2020. Jennifer. Paul Callus January 10, 2020 at 12:01 PM I can understand your reasoning, Jenny, and I know that to forget is just about impossible, but in reality the idea is to forgive without holding any resentment. ~ Thank you and have an enjoyable weekend. ~ Warm regards & hugs // paul

Connie Marcum Wong January 8, 2020 at 9:57 PM I really like the idea forgiveness with both parties meeting halfway Paul. A beautiful monorhyme for the contest! Blessings for a wonderful new year. I hope you will share this with PFT. xxoo Paul Callus January 10, 2020 at 11:56 AM I am both in favour of forgiving and sharing, Connie:) Thank you for your meaningful comments. Warm regards // paul

Eve Roper January 8, 2020 at 8:56 PM A nicely done Monorhyme, Paul, great imagery, rhyme, and flow. Paul Callus January 10, 2020 at 11:54 AM Thank you, Eve. Wishing you a lovely weekend. Hugs // paul

Carolyn Devonshire January 8, 2020 at 1:13 PM It does take two people to forgive and it usually involves a meeting of the minds with some concessions on both sides. If I loved this man, I would give it a second chance. Beautiful monorhyme, Paul. Best wishes in the contest! Hugs, carolyn Carolyn Devonshire January 10, 2020 at 4:19 PM Even when someone hurts me, I know God wants me to forgive. It's not always easy at first, but the hurt passes. It's a good man who is willing to meet "halfway." Paul Callus January 10, 2020 at 11:53 AM Thank you for your insightful comments, Carolyn. Some people find it hard to forgive, and that makes it hard for one to live a serene life. Hugs // paul

Besma Riabi Dziri January 8, 2020 at 3:20 AM You listen to the feel of your artistry and your so gifted pen word it for your avid readers.. A great message of love and forgiveness! A stunning harmonious monorhyme! A treat to read your poetry, Paul! My warmest wishes.. Regards and blessings. Paul Callus January 8, 2020 at 6:58 AM Thank you dear Besma. I believe the treat is mine...to have you stopping by with such encouraging and insightful comments! ~ Warm regards and Blessings // paul

Lindsay Laurie January 7, 2020 at 6:44 PM Hello Paul … flows really well from line to line. Well done Paul - Lindsay Paul Callus January 8, 2020 at 6:55 AM Thank you, Lindsay. Have a nice day! Regards // paul

Anil Deo January 7, 2020 at 6:07 PM It is global advice much needed: Forgiveness on Display. Thx Paul, shalom-shalom Paul Callus January 8, 2020 at 6:46 AM Forgiveness and love go hand in hand, Anil. Thank you for stopping by, my friend. Regards // paul

Jan Allison January 7, 2020 at 3:33 PM a poem full of longing and hope for a reconciliation Paul, an excellent pen that I am sure many can relate to in one way or another. Good luck in the contest:-) hugs Jan xx Paul Callus January 7, 2020 at 3:42 PM Thank you for your insightful comments, Jan. I am sure that some people do merit a second chance. Hugs // paul

David Mchattie January 7, 2020 at 2:21 PM Very clever. You had the creative juices flowing on this one. Have a great day my friend. Paul Callus January 7, 2020 at 3:10 PM You are too kind, David...thank you! Best regards // paul

Heidi Sands January 7, 2020 at 2:15 PM Very nice Paul! Great Monorhyme :) Paul Callus January 7, 2020 at 3:09 PM Pleased you like it, Heidi...thank you. Regards // paul

Vijay Pandit January 7, 2020 at 2:11 PM From the depth of loving heart--excellent write, Paul. Paul Callus January 7, 2020 at 3:08 PM Excellent is too generous, Vijay! Thank you. Regards // paul

Demetrios Trifiatis January 7, 2020 at 2:08 PM Just marvelous dear, Paul! Such an achievement of content and form. Good luck@ Paul Callus January 7, 2020 at 3:08 PM Thank you, Demi. Your complimentary comments are appreciated. Best regards // paul