Mirrors

I hold your hands as face to face We dare to look but not embrace With mirrored thoughts we come to grips The eyes make up for silent lips They are reflecting both our hearts as pulses race ---------------------------------------- Paul Callus ~ 5 th September 2014 Contest: Reflections of a Florette Sponsor: Nette Onclaud Placing: 3rd

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Susan Ashley

Date: 1/14/2023 9:43:00 AM

Dearest Paul, the immediate intimacy and beauty of your poem takes my breath away. I'm captivated by the mirror of emotions that intensify as "eyes make up for silent lips", and along with yours, my pulse races too. Your vivid emotional imagery brings me to the center of this magic moment. Your romantic pen is radiant! Such a potent package of poetic brevity, my inspiring friend. Warmest wishes and hugs.. ~Susan

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 8/11/2020 1:29:00 PM

OMG I clicked on like ten old poems looking for something I'd not read and I hit on this delightful one from long ago. You should redo it a bit and use it for the new Mirrors contest!! You wrote it on my birthday so maybe that is why I was not paying attention that day!! Oh to be 59 again!!

Paul Callus
Date: 8/12/2020 12:10:00 AM

Thank you for going into all the trouble to find an unread poem of mine, Andrea; I understand how frustrating it can be:) Twitter & FB have a simple solution for that...clicking like! I've taken a break from contests - disappointed at how many are being run. Hey even 65 is still young! :) Regards // paul

Marquis Mc Mills-Cooper

Date: 10/12/2016 5:01:00 AM

Good job on this poem Paul...I personally like the "we dare to look but not embrace" line. Nothing against my friend Eileen LOL! MC

Paul Callus
Date: 10/12/2016 12:38:00 PM

Thank you for the pleasant visit and comments, MC! Regards // paul

Eileen Manassian

Date: 11/3/2014 11:21:00 AM

Lovely, Paul...Congrats on your placement. :) The eyes make up for silent lips....my favorite line.

Paul Callus
Date: 11/6/2014 10:55:00 AM

Pleased that you enjoyed this florette, Eileen; I am fascinated by eyes and by what they have to say. Thanks for stopping by. // paul

Hija De La Luna

Date: 9/15/2014 5:42:00 PM

i love this piece, Paul! Congrats! :) This is the science of passion in its initial stage expressed poetically :)) great!

Paul Callus
Date: 9/19/2014 3:36:00 PM

Hi Hija! Thank you for the visit and insightful comments:) I was impressed by your entry (see comments). // paul

Nette Onclaud

Date: 9/15/2014 1:15:00 AM

the psychology of mirroring done in such a poetic, tremendous way, paul.. thank you for joining my contest with big congrats and hugggs!

Paul Callus
Date: 9/16/2014 5:50:00 PM

Many thanks, Nette!! I am very pleased to be on your winners' list and appreciate your great remarks; as usual I look forward to taking part in your next contest. hugs // paul

Barbara Gorelick

Date: 9/14/2014 5:08:00 PM

wow, this one really is emotional..for me at least. Love it and congrats. BG

Paul Callus
Date: 9/19/2014 3:21:00 PM

Many thanks Barbara...so glad you have been touched by my humble Florette! Have a lovely weekend. // paul

John Lawless

Date: 9/14/2014 8:15:00 AM

WOW!! Love this on Paul. A touch of humble reality mixed into the narcissistic nature of our gazing.

Paul Callus
Date: 9/14/2014 8:52:00 AM

Thank you John...love your insightful comments...and that wow just about says it all! // paul

Olive Eloisa Guillermo - Fraser

Date: 9/14/2014 4:02:00 AM

My congratulations!!:) a coffee treat! What's your fave?! :)

Paul Callus
Date: 9/14/2014 5:22:00 AM

Thank you Olive_eloi!:) I haven't had many treats lately, so would settle for an apple pie and black coffee...only if you care to join me:) hugs // paul

Dr. Upma A. Sharma

Date: 9/14/2014 12:50:00 AM

Wow that's a wonderful write Paul! The last two lines r wonderful n say it all! Congrats on huge win!

Paul Callus
Date: 9/14/2014 5:19:00 AM

Thank you Upma; so glad you enjoyed my romantic florette. I had high hopes for yours and still stand by my initial judgment:) Have a nice day. // paul

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 9/14/2014 12:37:00 AM

I'm back to say Congratulations!!! Love and prayers, Gina

Paul Callus
Date: 9/14/2014 5:15:00 AM

Thank you Gina for your repeat visit and congrats; you had faith in this poem right from the start...thank you:) Have a lovely Sunday! // paul

Dr.Ram Mehta

Date: 9/13/2014 10:34:00 PM

brilliant and uplifting write, Paul. congrats

Paul Callus
Date: 9/14/2014 5:13:00 AM

Thank you Dr! Your comments are much appreciated. // paul

Pandita Sietesantos

Date: 9/13/2014 9:48:00 PM

Congratulations, Paul on your wonderful win! Wow! What an excellent piece this is! Pandita

Paul Callus
Date: 9/14/2014 5:26:00 AM

Many thanks Pandita!! Your comments never fail to encourage; I do so appreciate your continued support! Hope you're enjoying your weekend. // paul

Brenda Meier-Hans

Date: 9/13/2014 6:59:00 PM

Congratulations on your win for this brilliant poem.

Paul Callus
Date: 9/13/2014 7:10:00 PM

Thank you Brenda! Double congrats to you for a merited first place! // paul

Jan Allison

Date: 9/13/2014 6:37:00 PM

it is said eyes are the windows to the soul Paul - beautiful romantic write many congrats. Hugs jan xxx

Paul Callus
Date: 9/14/2014 4:49:00 AM

Thank you Jan. Glad you enjoyed the romantic touch. hugs // paul

Arthur Vaso

Date: 9/12/2014 4:29:00 PM

Well done, this is great Paul

Paul Callus
Date: 9/13/2014 10:15:00 AM

Thank you Arthur! Glad you enjoyed this florette my friend. // paul

Princess Xia

Date: 9/12/2014 10:53:00 AM

Love the last line, good luck with the contest!

Paul Callus
Date: 9/13/2014 10:13:00 AM

Thank you Princess! That last line reminds me of two distant lovers who close their eyes and think of each other, simultaneously [been reading your poems:)]

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 9/10/2014 9:15:00 AM

Not what I was expecting although I am not entirely sure what I expected. This is a wonderful uplifting piece.

Paul Callus
Date: 9/10/2014 1:52:00 PM

Hi Richard....the title could have been tackled in various ways; glad that you found my interpretation to your liking! // paul

Maurice Yvonne

Date: 9/8/2014 10:31:00 PM

if there is such a thing as a perfect write. This is it my friend.

Paul Callus
Date: 9/9/2014 12:03:00 PM

Thank you Maurice; you are too kind! ....and keep thinking positive. // paul

Liam Mcdaid

Date: 9/8/2014 6:16:00 PM

truly beautiful piece dear friend

Paul Callus
Date: 9/9/2014 12:04:00 PM

Thank you Liam; glad you enjoyed. // paul

Laura Breidenthal

Date: 9/8/2014 4:32:00 PM

very interesting verse. I really enjoyed reading and these lines are unique and memorable to me:"With mirrored thoughts we come to grips The eyes make up for silent lips" ...excellent poetry. Always, Laura

Paul Callus
Date: 9/8/2014 5:35:00 PM

Once again...thank you Laura! Coming from you these comments are both positive and encouraging. Your multiple visits have made my day:) // paul

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 9/8/2014 3:05:00 PM

Beautiful. I hope it does well in the contest. God bless you with love and prayers, Gina

Paul Callus
Date: 9/8/2014 4:14:00 PM

Hello Gina! Thank you for the faith you show in this short poem. God bless you, too. // paul

Angie Thomas

Date: 9/8/2014 9:13:00 AM

A beautiful subtly expressed romance, a beautiful write. :)

Paul Callus
Date: 9/8/2014 4:08:00 PM

Thank you Angie! So glad you too enjoyed this romantic florette! cu // paul

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 9/8/2014 5:00:00 AM

Superbly romantic! Exceptionally expressed, my friend Paul!

Paul Callus
Date: 9/9/2014 3:06:00 AM

Many thanks Demi! You are always supportive and encouraging. Have a nice day. // paul

Elaine George

Date: 9/8/2014 2:12:00 AM

Brilliant!!!! my friend. Lainie

Paul Callus
Date: 9/8/2014 3:25:00 PM

Thank you Lainie. Your 'brilliant' comment means a lot to me! Lovely to have you visiting again. // paul