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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. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - First Time Here Contest Sponsored by William Kekaula Placed 3rd

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Phyllis Babcock

Date: 1/23/2020 2:54:00 PM

The compromise --the meeting in the middle. Nicely penned Paul. love phyl

Paul Callus
Date: 1/24/2020 2:16:00 PM

You describe it well, Phyllis! Thank you for reading and liking. Hugs // paul

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 1/20/2020 12:26:00 PM

Congrats on third place! I enjoyed the short lines with great emotion and imagery!

Paul Callus
Date: 1/20/2020 2:27:00 PM

Thank you, Kim. Hope you started the new week on the right foot:) // paul

Cecilia Macfarlane

Date: 1/17/2020 8:48:00 AM

Short, charming and wonderful. Congrats on your win Paul. Hugs

Paul Callus
Date: 1/17/2020 12:27:00 PM

Thank you, Cecilia....and congratulations about being gifted with premium membership! Have a lovely weekend:) Hugs // paul

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 1/17/2020 5:26:00 AM

Congratulations! Monorhymes are not easy.

Paul Callus
Date: 1/17/2020 7:07:00 AM

Thank you, Caren. All the best // paul

Eve Roper

Date: 1/16/2020 10:55:00 PM

Paul, congratulations your win. Eve

Paul Callus
Date: 1/17/2020 7:07:00 AM

Thank you so much, Eve. Best regards // paul

Sandra Adams

Date: 1/16/2020 10:09:00 AM

beautifully penned... compromise, always, meet in the middle... love this, congratulations on your win :) hugs

Paul Callus
Date: 1/16/2020 10:41:00 AM

Thank you, Sandra; your comments and thoughts are appreciated. Regards & Hugs // paul

Hilo Poet

Date: 1/15/2020 3:37:00 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
Date: 1/15/2020 4:09:00 PM

Thank you, William...and congratulations on finding the courage to launch your very first contest :) Regards // paul

Anil Deo

Date: 1/14/2020 5:45:00 PM

worth a second and third reading/s. shalom shalom in Jesus

Paul Callus
Date: 1/15/2020 8:27:00 AM

Thank you for coming back to reread, Anil:) Best regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 1/12/2020 2:58:00 PM

short and sweet. I really like this entry to the contest.

Paul Callus
Date: 1/13/2020 6:51:00 AM

Thank you, Andrea. I believe that simplicity is the key to a smooth monorhyme. Best regards // paul

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 1/11/2020 2:09:00 PM

We all need to Forgive because we all need Forgiveness. A great write. Enjoy your weekend..........

Paul Callus
Date: 1/12/2020 4:31:00 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

Date: 1/10/2020 9:13:00 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
Date: 1/11/2020 8:04:00 AM

Thank you for the insightful and complimentary comments, Sandra...much appreciated. Have a nice weekend. Hugs // paul

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 1/9/2020 11:14:00 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
Date: 1/10/2020 12:01:00 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

Date: 1/8/2020 9:57:00 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
Date: 1/10/2020 11:56:00 AM

I am both in favour of forgiving and sharing, Connie:) Thank you for your meaningful comments. Warm regards // paul

Eve Roper

Date: 1/8/2020 8:56:00 PM

A nicely done Monorhyme, Paul, great imagery, rhyme, and flow.

Paul Callus
Date: 1/10/2020 11:54:00 AM

Thank you, Eve. Wishing you a lovely weekend. Hugs // paul

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 1/8/2020 1:13:00 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
Date: 1/10/2020 4:19:00 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
Date: 1/10/2020 11:53:00 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

Date: 1/8/2020 3:20:00 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
Date: 1/8/2020 6:58:00 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

Date: 1/7/2020 6:44:00 PM

Hello Paul … flows really well from line to line. Well done Paul - Lindsay

Paul Callus
Date: 1/8/2020 6:55:00 AM

Thank you, Lindsay. Have a nice day! Regards // paul

Anil Deo

Date: 1/7/2020 6:07:00 PM

It is global advice much needed: Forgiveness on Display. Thx Paul, shalom-shalom

Paul Callus
Date: 1/8/2020 6:46:00 AM

Forgiveness and love go hand in hand, Anil. Thank you for stopping by, my friend. Regards // paul

Jan Allison

Date: 1/7/2020 3:33:00 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
Date: 1/7/2020 3:42:00 PM

Thank you for your insightful comments, Jan. I am sure that some people do merit a second chance. Hugs // paul