My Friend, the Walking Contradiction

He has a gentle way about him
when you see him passing through.
He doesn't say "look at me" with a big neon sign,
but his friendliness is subtle like an evening breeze
(a smile wrapped in one big parenthesis)

Cool as a cucumber, calm and collected,
(look careful and you'll find an intellect
dressed in a High-Five and a Way-To-Go!)

But the only thing that deceives me so
--- though I guess it can be forgiven (and please don't be livid)
but my friend Paul, he's a walking contradiction,
for "callous" he is not!



For Paul Callus
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Lindley Avatar
February 20, 2016 at 9:33 PM
Great poem about a great guy and wonderful poet! You honor him well in verse and his humility and generous, kind nature mark as a man to be respected. HE HAS CERTAINLY BEEN A FRIEND TO ME.
Hicks Avatar
February 21, 2016 at 12:37 AM
Thanks so much Robert. Paul is indeed special - a one-of-a-kind guy!
Delaney Avatar
February 20, 2016 at 6:57 PM
That is a great description of Paul: And a fun play on words .......you find you inspiration in all the meaningful things. SuZ
Hicks Avatar
February 21, 2016 at 12:24 AM
Thank you Suzanne. Paul is a wonderful guy, and has always been a great support and awesome friend.
Callus Avatar
February 19, 2016 at 9:08 AM
Thank you Timothy! For somebody "Cool as a cucumber, calm and collected" you got me stumped for words!! You have been a good critic and friend, and when I say that you've got talent I sincerely mean it. ~ I have just read your latest "not a poem", and I am sure that we will not be seeing the last of you:) ~ Thank you (this must go to my favs:)) // paul
Hicks Avatar
February 19, 2016 at 4:36 PM
Glad you liked it Paul! Wasn't challenging your sincerity ... when you leave your thoughtful comments it really is like receiving a virtual High Five (and I mean that in the best of ways) ... You have not seen the last of me :)
Trifiatis Avatar
February 19, 2016 at 7:29 AM
Amusing and witty! Yes, Paul is anything else that is positive but not anything negative and especially not "Callous!" Excellent, dear Timothy!
Hicks Avatar
February 19, 2016 at 4:37 PM
I am yet to find something negative to say about him, while I've been on this site. Thanks always for your kind comments and visits :)
Breidenthal Avatar
February 19, 2016 at 3:20 AM
Absolutely brilliant, Timothy. How thoughtfully and cleverly you write. "look careful and you'll find an intellect dressed in a High-Five and a Way-To-Go!" Love that line! Always, Laura
Hicks Avatar
February 19, 2016 at 4:37 PM
Why thank you Laura. Much appreciated :)
Gentry Avatar
February 19, 2016 at 12:40 AM
Very cute! I'm smiling...
Hicks Avatar
February 19, 2016 at 4:38 PM
Thanks Susan for stopping by!
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