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My Life Journey

on the platform, waiting to catch the next connection...new year's eve ______________________ Monoku 2 New Year Contest Hosted by Silent One Placed 2nd © 28th December 2017

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Elaine George

Date: 1/18/2018 1:27:00 PM

Excellent Monoku Paul. Congratulations on your top-notch win. Sincerely, Elaine

Paul Callus
Date: 1/18/2018 5:18:00 PM

Thank you very much, Elaine. I have just finished reading your latest narrative in 2 prts...memories from many years ago..captivating!! Regards // paul

Maria Williams

Date: 1/7/2018 3:29:00 AM

Congrats again Paul on your high placement - This is so representative of all our life's journeys - Well - there is never a last train I always say. Loved how you connected your monoku with NYE...Maria

Paul Callus
Date: 1/7/2018 9:22:00 AM

Thank you, Maria. Like you I try to be positive and keep looking forward to more connections. (You just reminded me of a fav song of many years ago - "Last train to San Fernando"!! Regards // paul

Line Gauthier

Date: 1/2/2018 11:10:00 AM

Love the scenario for your great one-liner. Congrats on your winning monoku, Paul.

Paul Callus
Date: 1/2/2018 1:10:00 PM

Glad you enjoyed it, Line! Thank you...a pleasure to have you stopping by. Regards // paul

Sneha Rv

Date: 12/31/2017 6:59:00 AM

Wow, this is so unique and reminds you there is always a next train to hop on :)

Paul Callus
Date: 1/1/2018 5:16:00 PM

Thank you Sneha. Yes, your train comment is one to keep in mind:) Regards // paul

Rhoda Tripp

Date: 12/30/2017 1:46:00 AM

Awwww...This is fabulous! You know its awesome if it gets an "awwww" from me. It means I felt. Four w's means I felt a lot. Love metaphorical writing.

Paul Callus
Date: 1/1/2018 5:13:00 PM

Even three w's would have made my day, Rhoda:) Thank you for the awesome comments, my friend. Regards // paul

Susan Ashley

Date: 12/29/2017 8:58:00 PM

I love this write Paul. Congratulations on a wonderful and well deserved win with your lovely poem. It's a pleasure to be standing on the podium with you my friend ~ May I extend to you my heartfelt and warmest wishes for happy, healthy and inspired new year. Warmest wishes to you always my friend.. ~Susan

Paul Callus
Date: 1/1/2018 4:57:00 PM

Thank you, Susan; it's my pleasure to be rubbing shoulders with you on the podium:) The new year has started on a good footing; let's hope it keeps being kind to us:) Warm regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 12/29/2017 4:47:00 PM

This is SO cool, I Love the metaphorical ones. Congrats, Paul.

Paul Callus
Date: 1/1/2018 4:52:00 PM

Glad you like it, Andrea...thank you. Best regards // paul

Agnes Krampe

Date: 12/29/2017 4:00:00 PM

coming back with congrats!

Paul Callus
Date: 1/1/2018 4:53:00 PM

Thank you, Agnes; double visits are most welcome:) Regards // paul

Sandra Haight

Date: 12/29/2017 3:28:00 PM

An outstanding Monoku, Paul! Congratulations on your placement! Sandra

Paul Callus
Date: 1/1/2018 4:43:00 PM

Thank you, Sandra! Glad you enjoyed. Regards // paul

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 12/29/2017 1:10:00 PM

- Congratulations, Paul :) - A great line for the new year - Happy New Year To You - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Paul Callus
Date: 1/1/2018 4:57:00 PM

Thank you Anne-Lise. Hugs & smiles :) // paul

Silent One

Date: 12/29/2017 6:59:00 AM

Great one liner, Congratulations on your placement in the new year contest and happy new year Paul..

Paul Callus
Date: 1/1/2018 4:46:00 PM

Thank you for the placement and above all the inspiration, S-1. Happy new year // paul

Susan Ashley

Date: 12/28/2017 8:10:00 PM

Ohh, I love this lovely and intriguing metaphor Paul. Your poem has an enchanting quality to it of being in a 'holding pattern'... An enthralling monoku to linger over. How you think and write is wonderfully fascinating to me my gifted friend. My warmest wishes always and best wishes for a win.. ~Susan P.S. love the title to this write as well - perfect! :)

Paul Callus
Date: 1/1/2018 4:33:00 PM

Thank you, Susan; this is more than I deserve! Your encouragement is truly appreciated! ~ Warm regards // paul

Agnes Krampe

Date: 12/28/2017 5:45:00 PM

I like where you took the journey metaphor. Yes, these days before the new year do feel a bit like waiting for the next train.

Paul Callus
Date: 1/1/2018 3:46:00 PM

Thank you for enjoying this metaphor, Agnes. All the best. // paul

Harry Horsman

Date: 12/28/2017 5:21:00 PM

Extremely clever poetry within one line. Happy New Year, Paul

Paul Callus
Date: 1/1/2018 3:45:00 PM

Thank you for the encouraging comments, Harry! Happy new year! Regards // paul

Ilene Bauer

Date: 12/28/2017 4:55:00 PM

excellent! hope you have a smooth trip! have a happy new year, paul...

Alexis Y.

Date: 12/28/2017 3:36:00 PM

Hi Paul, You have a penned a good monoku. I wish you the best of luck in the contest. Happy New Year:-)Alexis

Paul Callus
Date: 1/1/2018 3:43:00 PM

Thank you, Alexis:) I hope the new year has come visiting you with a smile:) Regards // paul

Akkina Downing

Date: 12/28/2017 2:58:00 PM

Happy new year my dear friend Paul!

Paul Callus
Date: 12/28/2017 3:32:00 PM

Thank you, Akkina:) I hope your new year will be filled with love, serenity, good health and lots of inspiration. Smiles & hugs // paul

Vijay Pandit

Date: 12/28/2017 2:49:00 PM

Wish you a happy ride into the new year Paul.

Paul Callus
Date: 12/28/2017 3:31:00 PM

Thank you Vijay. May the new year be fruitful and happy for you, too! Regards // paul