My Problem

Pride and hurt combine I resist the call for help The problem is mine Because I am my own boss I will carry my own cross ---------------------------------- Contest: Tanka (with a decent pivot) Sponsor: Chris D. Aechtner

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Julia Ward

Date: 3/22/2015 8:22:00 AM

It's nice, but tough, if we can. Hugs, Julia, xx

Paul Callus
Date: 3/22/2015 8:27:00 AM

Thank you, Julia. I like solving my own problems, but we should not let pride keep us back from asking for help in real time of need. Hugs // paul

Robin Davis

Date: 5/21/2014 9:56:00 PM

Paul You are courageous for wanting to solve your own problems. But sometimes we all need help from others who might understand. Thank you for the great comment on my Shakespeare poem.

Paul Callus
Date: 5/22/2014 2:03:00 PM

You're welcome Robin! Yes, I always try to solve my problems,,,other people too have their own; sometimes I get stuck and do accept a helping hand:) Txs for stopping by. // paul

Karen Murphy

Date: 4/14/2014 3:07:00 PM

Hi Paul. This is good. And says a lot. We ALL have a cross to bear on our own. So many people try to blame others for the problems they have . But that is not right. Life and your problems are what YOU make them. Good stuff!!

Paul Callus
Date: 4/14/2014 5:02:00 PM

Thank you Karen; I agree totally with your comments; enjoyed your lovely visit :) // paul

Saba Khan

Date: 4/12/2014 9:07:00 AM

Waoo Waoo..good one! liked it ! Saba!

Paul Callus
Date: 4/12/2014 9:12:00 AM

Welcome to my posts Saba:) thanks for stopping by; glad you liked this poem. Hope to be seeing you around. // paul

Black Eyed Susan

Date: 4/10/2014 8:25:00 AM

good one! good luck in the contest!

Paul Callus
Date: 4/10/2014 10:15:00 AM

Thank you BES; appreciate your wishes. // paul

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 4/3/2014 9:19:00 PM

I like this down to earth tanka of yours. Hope you win. Last time Chris had a contest, I never did see his winners' list. I hope we can see the winners' list for this contest on tanka!!

Paul Callus
Date: 4/4/2014 9:37:00 AM

As always pleased to have you stopping by and commenting; glad you like this Tanka...you're ever so positive. :) I'm sure Chris will give us the winners' list...he's being very serious on this Tanka form, considering the write in the blog... :) // paul

Donna Jones

Date: 4/1/2014 6:57:00 PM

This is amazing....rhyme and message...a top winner for sure....very well done..

Paul Callus
Date: 4/2/2014 10:12:00 AM

Thank you Donna for your lovely comment...and your faith in this poem:):) paul

Matthew Anish

Date: 4/1/2014 11:31:00 AM

Yeah - stand tall! We all have our cross to bear! Good write! Peace & Blessings Matthew Anish

Paul Callus
Date: 4/1/2014 11:55:00 AM

Thank you so much my friend. Always welcome to visit. Peace be with you, too :) // paul

Larry Berdoo

Date: 3/31/2014 4:47:00 PM

Paul, your words flow like water, with no resistance. ~~WRITE ON!~~

Paul Callus
Date: 3/31/2014 5:20:00 PM

Thank you Larry; positive feedback indeed :) // paul

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 3/31/2014 4:37:00 PM

Dear Paul, I wish everyone understood they need to take responsibility for their own actions. What a terrific tanka with a powerful message. Wishing you success in Chris's contest! Carolyn

Paul Callus
Date: 3/31/2014 4:42:00 PM

Terrific feedback Carolyn! Thank you very much; very encouraging :) thanks for wishes, too. :) // paul

Olive Eloisa Guillermo - Fraser

Date: 3/31/2014 3:57:00 PM

:) hahaha a poke to everyone who keeps their pride...... but an inspiration to those who perseveres for independence.. :) all in all as always well-penned.. :)! ==== olive_eloi wanting to give you stars.. :D

Paul Callus
Date: 3/31/2014 4:05:00 PM

See!! bright Olive_eloi quickly grasps the meaning of the poem :) :) thank you for the stars [used to get those at school for being a good pupil :) ] // paul

Jack Horne

Date: 3/31/2014 3:39:00 PM

love this tanka - Congrats on your wins, too, my friend

Paul Callus
Date: 3/31/2014 3:52:00 PM

Hi Jack, glad to have you stopping by .... with lovely comments, too! Thanks mate. // paul

Eileen Manassian

Date: 3/31/2014 3:34:00 PM

Very good indeed!!! Good luck, Paul. Don't know if I'll join....Maybe try another one. Really like yours...Hugs

Paul Callus
Date: 3/31/2014 3:40:00 PM

Thanks a lot Eileen; very generous feedback:) The one you posted sounds much better to me :) it possesses a winning element ...so why not! /x/ paul

Aiyah Torres

Date: 3/31/2014 3:21:00 PM

Bravo!! ..this is a winning piece.. I wish you luck in the contest, Paul!! :O'))

Paul Callus
Date: 3/31/2014 3:25:00 PM

Well, AiyaH, what can I say!! [Will you please sit on the panel?:):)] Thank you for lovely comment and wishes :) // paul