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My Loyal Muse

When I find it hard to write
she comes here at dead of night;
to her whims I then give in
till she leaves at dawn’s first light.


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Let the pens flow: a Jueju contest
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© 12th March, 2020

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Angela Crabtree

November 20, 2020 at 9:21 PM

You have a good muse, Paul ;)

Paul Callus

November 21, 2020 at 8:32 AM

Thank you, Angela :) Regards // paul

Jack Horne

July 26, 2020 at 10:43 AM

what a beautiful write - & what a great muse you have too!

Paul Callus

July 26, 2020 at 3:40 PM

Thank you, Jack :) Hope you've had a lovely weekend, my friend. // paul

Timothy Hicks

April 29, 2020 at 7:14 PM

Never heard of a Jueju before ... but either way ... it's certainly a relatable poem to most of us here! Gone as quick as she arrived (scandalous ... LOL!).

Paul Callus

May 1, 2020 at 4:48 PM

She sure runs away when time is ripe, but she certainly knows how to leave her mark! Looking forward to you tackling a Jueju :) Goodnight // paul

Janice Canerdy

April 4, 2020 at 9:14 AM

CONGRATS, Paul! I might ask MUSE to come back about 9:00 AM! LOL! Janice

Paul Callus

April 5, 2020 at 11:39 AM

Thank you, Janice. You're lucky to make deals with your muse:) ... mine is quite strong headed! Hope you are keeping well; stay safe! ~ Warm regards // paul

Jc Hawkens

April 4, 2020 at 6:02 AM

Ah, that wonderful muse that saunters in in the middle of the night. With such beautiful lines and lovely sentiment. If only I could remember them when I wake. Congratulations on your deserved win JC Hawkens

Paul Callus

April 5, 2020 at 11:37 AM

Thank you for stopping by with pleasant comments, JC. It's always wise to keep pen and paper handy on the bedside table:) Regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich

April 2, 2020 at 4:38 PM

back again with my glad Congrats for you.

Paul Callus

April 2, 2020 at 4:51 PM

Thank you, Andrea. Had I known you and Jan were revisiting, I'd have put the kettle on! :) Regards // paul

Jan Allison

April 2, 2020 at 4:13 PM

Dropping back with my congrats Paul:-) hugs Jan xx

Paul Callus

April 2, 2020 at 4:49 PM

Thank you, Jan :) Hope all is well on the Isle of Man! Hugs // paul

Krish Radhakrishna

April 2, 2020 at 1:06 PM

Nice Paul. So simple and straight! But yet so profound! Congrats on your win!

Paul Callus

April 2, 2020 at 4:47 PM

Thank you, Krish. I liked your winning entry, too. Regards // paul

Jenish Somadas

April 2, 2020 at 11:22 AM

You muse is so loyal and sweet..Congrats on your wonderful win Paul..

Paul Callus

April 2, 2020 at 4:45 PM

Thank you, Jenish. You had several good entries in this contest; pleased to be on your final list. Regards // paul

Susan Ashley

March 29, 2020 at 9:16 PM

My dear Paul, a muse can be such a capricious creature (at least mine is lol!) but the delicate beauty of your Jueju portrays your muse's angelic, loyal and prized essence brilliantly. Your golden pen flows with serenity in this piece, my wonderful friend. A lovely intimate gem. I hope all is well with you and yours. Stay safe and healthy. Warmest wishes and hugs always.. ~Susan

Paul Callus

March 30, 2020 at 8:50 AM

Dear Susan, your muse is one of the very best on this site! She intentionally takes her time and makes sure that end results are of a high standard! Thank you for your generous comments, my friend...much appreciated. ~ Warm regards & Hugs // paul [May you and your loved ones stay safe.]

Alexis Y.

March 28, 2020 at 8:26 AM

Hi Paul, Great take on the contest theme. I agree the “ muse” shows up unexpectedly. Best wishes in the contest. I hope you are well. Stay safe my friend:-) Alexis

Paul Callus

March 28, 2020 at 4:49 PM

Thank you, Alexis. I hope you are keeping well, especially in these troubled times. Take care. Regards // paul

Vladislav Raven

March 21, 2020 at 12:32 PM

Hi Paul, this is such a wonderful Senryu. The muse does have a habit of coming when she wishes. I hope this Senryu does well in the contest Paul. I love the content. Stay safe my friend. Have a wonderful Saturday. Your friend always....Mike.

Paul Callus

March 23, 2020 at 12:59 PM

Thank you, Mike. I have learned from experience that it never helps to force our muse to perform...she could be hardheaded at times:) Best regards, my friend // paul

Suzanne Delaney

March 21, 2020 at 9:12 AM

This is so true of the Muse.....always come un- invited....not at our beck and call. Good to read your words again. Be safe. SuZ

Paul Callus

March 23, 2020 at 12:55 PM

Thank you, Suz. A pleasure to have you stopping by. Hope you are keeping well and safe. ~ Warm regards // paul

Anil Deo

March 21, 2020 at 1:10 AM

hi Paul. Saw this when i searched "juegu" and am glad to find no writer's block holds sway here. shalom shalom Friend. How have u been? (Forget virus 4 now)

Paul Callus

March 23, 2020 at 12:53 PM

Hi Anil. No writer's block virus so far, but all around corona is making its presence felt. Peace be with you. // paul

Eve Roper

March 17, 2020 at 9:04 PM

Your Loyal Muse is wonderful, Paul.. Good luck in the contest.

Paul Callus

March 20, 2020 at 5:34 PM

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

Harry Horsman

March 17, 2020 at 1:28 AM

Wow. i'm reading some brilliant poetry for this contest, i agree with Richard, below.

Paul Callus

March 17, 2020 at 2:56 PM

Thanks a lot, Harry! Regards // paul

Richard Lamoureux

March 16, 2020 at 9:52 AM

This should do very well in the contest.

Paul Callus

March 16, 2020 at 1:32 PM

Thank you Richard. All the best. // paul

Jennifer Proxenos

March 15, 2020 at 3:42 AM

This is so clever Paul, your muse picks the right time in our 24 hour circle to visit you and then be gone. I know this will win! But then of course your muse is very proud to be connected to so awesome a poet and knows the visiting hours must be discreet! Warm regards and hugs, Jenny.

Paul Callus

March 16, 2020 at 1:27 PM

Smiling at your sweet comments, Jenny....thank you. Warm regards & Hugs // paul

Besma Riabi Dziri

March 14, 2020 at 6:09 AM

How wouldn't a muse be loyal to a great composer and arranger of words tone?! How wouldn't a muse succumb to insight and mastery of a great poet! So impressive and serene an image in so expressive words! You amaze with your artistry, Paul! And so much pleased to read so fine a poetry! My deepest regards and blessings.

Paul Callus

March 16, 2020 at 11:42 AM

Thank you so much, Besma...you are far too kind! As always, impressed by your comments. ~ Warm regards & blessings // paul