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New Beginnings - a Shadorma

desperate
earth cries, writhes in pain
       ebbing strength
          self defense
not vengeful for extinction
      but new beginning

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 Contest: New Beginnings
 Sponsor:  Kim Merryman
 Placed 3rd

earthshadorma

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Darlene De Beaulieu

October 23, 2016 at 2:46 PM

Paul congrats on your win. I enjoyed reading your poem.

Paul Callus

October 24, 2016 at 5:04 PM

Thank you Darlene. It gladdens me to know that you found this to your enjoyment. Regards // paul

Poet Destroyer A

January 16, 2016 at 10:10 PM

Paul, congrats on your awesome win. Love LINDA :-)

Paul Callus

January 17, 2016 at 1:51 PM

Many thanks, Linda:) So pleased that you like it! Hugs // paul

Andrea Dietrich

January 13, 2016 at 7:55 PM

congrats on a well deserved win.

Paul Callus

January 14, 2016 at 1:33 PM

Thank you, Andrea! You did even better:) ~ Regards // paul

Suzanne Delaney

January 13, 2016 at 1:28 AM

Dear to my heart this theme of Mother Earth. Congratulations on your winning place. SuZ

Suzanne Delaney

January 31, 2016 at 1:07 PM

I agree....same here on our island. A street nearby was lined with silver button wood that takes years to grow. One by one new residents from China have chopped every one down. Usually street trees need county permission but they do it first then claim ignorance of the laws.

Paul Callus

January 13, 2016 at 5:10 AM

Thank you Suzanne! I live on a small island where every little scar is visible; it breaks my heart to see nature being treated badly by a minority who are only interested in gain. ~ Regards // paul

Skat A

January 12, 2016 at 11:16 PM

Paul Congrats on your New Beginnings win. LUV~ SKAT

Paul Callus

January 13, 2016 at 4:58 AM

Thank you for stopping by with congrats, Skat:) Have a lovely day! hugs // paul

John Hamilton

January 11, 2016 at 3:21 PM

Congrats on well deserved win!

Paul Callus

January 11, 2016 at 4:08 PM

Congrats to you as well, John! Thank you! ~ Regards // paul

Eve Roper

January 11, 2016 at 2:32 PM

Paul, I love the imagery you used! Congrats on your win! Love, Eve

Paul Callus

January 11, 2016 at 4:06 PM

Thank you, Eve. It is lovely to see your name on the winning list, too! Hugs // paul

Kim Merryman

January 11, 2016 at 1:40 PM

Paul, this reminded me of a Bible passage in Romans Ch 8. Fantastic imagery! Congrats on your placement and thank you for supporting my contest! Love, Kim

Paul Callus

January 11, 2016 at 4:05 PM

It was a pleasure participating in your contest, Kim! Thank you for having me on the winners' list! ~ Warm regards // paul

Sandra Haight

January 11, 2016 at 1:36 PM

So much said here, Paul. Very nice, and congrats on your fine win! Sandra

Paul Callus

January 11, 2016 at 4:04 PM

Thank you Sandra. Glad to have you knocking at my door with good news:) ~ Regards // paul

White Sage

January 10, 2016 at 2:46 PM

well written Paul...best of luck in the contest

Paul Callus

January 10, 2016 at 2:50 PM

Thank you, WS. Always pleased to have you stopping by. // paul

David Mohn

January 9, 2016 at 3:47 PM

I love this one Paul...sure to be a high placer :)

Paul Callus

January 10, 2016 at 2:27 PM

Thank you for the faith you show in it, David:) ~ All the best. // paul

Elaine George

January 9, 2016 at 6:33 AM

Profound!!!! Paul.

Paul Callus

January 10, 2016 at 2:26 PM

That one word comment means a lot, Elaine! Thank you:) ~ Regards // paul

Connie Marcum Wong

January 8, 2016 at 11:58 PM

It takes such little effort to be aware of our earth and her needs. I love that this awareness is being taught in our schools because the generations to come will be the benefactors and reap the rewards of a cleaner earth. Your poem conveys such an important message. Brilliant Paul! #7

Paul Callus

January 10, 2016 at 2:17 PM

I agree with you, Connie...it does not take much to understand what is beneficial or not for our earth. Unfortunately not all take an interest, and if earth suffers, so will we in the long run! Thank you for the feedback, and the 'brilliant' comment:) ~ Warm regards // paul

Emile Pinet

January 8, 2016 at 5:21 PM

Very short , yet it carries a message and conveys feeling. The words are simplicity themselves but in context they speak volumes on the mind frame, hopes, admissions and future of the author. Emile.

Paul Callus

January 10, 2016 at 2:12 PM

Thank you for the insightful feedback, Emile; it's very much appreciated. ~ All the best. // paul

James Fraser

January 8, 2016 at 4:29 PM

Modern Earth summed up superbly in your words Paul. This wonderful planet that graces our presence delivers cycles. Such is this planets wrath, we must beware our tomorrows. Terrific short poetry ~~ James :)

Paul Callus

January 8, 2016 at 4:46 PM

Earth is no pushover, James. Somehow she will bounce back! Thank you for your feedback. ~ All the best...paul

Kp Nunez

January 8, 2016 at 7:14 AM

Gripping images with the first lines with rousing ending. This is an intriguing form. All the best in the contest, Paul. hugs

Paul Callus

January 8, 2016 at 4:43 PM

This is a short yet pliable form that can be used well with care. Thank you for pointing out valid points that caught your attention, Kim! ~ Enjoy your weekend:) Hugs // paul

Demetrios Trifiatis

January 7, 2016 at 2:36 PM

Absolutely divine! A profound message that we all have to receive and act accordingly! Bravo! Mother earth is grateful! You know Paul, 'Demetrios" means " Son of mother earth" So on behalf of my mother I thank you! Ha-ha. A seven my friend!

Paul Callus

January 7, 2016 at 2:53 PM

Many thanks, Demi, Son of Mother Earth:) Very appropriate name for one who strives hard to draw our attention to Her problems! The least we can do is use our pens to drum some sense into those who wear (or pretend to wear) blinkers! ~ Best regards, my friend. // paul

Legendary Legend

January 7, 2016 at 2:20 PM

hmm....awesome

Paul Callus

January 7, 2016 at 2:36 PM

Thank you LL. "Awesome" is more than I merit! ~ regards // paul

Nette Onclaud

January 7, 2016 at 10:51 AM

a new world will bring forth what it was in the beginning.. a most gracious, hopeful gem, paul.. huggs

Paul Callus

January 7, 2016 at 1:47 PM

I believe that the end of the world is still far away, but in the meantime I feel that nature will 'rebel' in self defence and teach mankind a lesson! ~ hugs // paul