Night Owl

Mysterious – you go by night
You are a mistress of disguise.
You hunt for prey in silent flight.
Mysterious – you go by night
With ease of stealth avoiding sight
You stare wide-eyed: dreamy or wise?
Mysterious – you go by night
You are a mistress of disguise.


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5th August 2014
Contest: Night Owl
Sponsor: Kelly Deschler
Placing: 1st

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Sara Kendrick

September 20, 2014 at 9:52 AM

I really like this one...Your visit by my blog was encouraging..Sara

Paul Callus

September 20, 2014 at 2:18 PM

I am glad you enjoyed this triolet; adding a zeugma to yours made it more interesting. Take care. // paul

Poet Destroyer A

August 29, 2014 at 10:20 AM

I'M A LITTLE LATE, PAUL, Thank You For replying to my comment :) LINDA

Paul Callus

August 29, 2014 at 5:05 PM

Never too late !! :))

Dr. Upma A. Sharma

August 26, 2014 at 11:22 AM

Fantastic triolet Paul! Owls r lovely creatures, oh I love them so much no matter pepl call them mistress of disguise! Sorry I m a lil late in responding!

Paul Callus

August 26, 2014 at 11:38 AM

Glad you like my owl triolet, Upma. Yes, owls are lovely creatures, even if we attribute to them adjectives that they do not really merit. [nothing to be sorry about...we all have things and priorities to see to:)] hugs // paul

Poet Destroyer A

August 25, 2014 at 4:23 PM

Paul, , Congratulations, In Kelly's "Night Owl" contest. Love Linda

Paul Callus

August 25, 2014 at 6:01 PM

Thank you Linda. I had a good feel about this poem, but was pleasantly surprised to see it at the top of the list. goodnight // paul

Joyce Johnson

August 25, 2014 at 12:01 PM

A great triolet. Somehow the form seems to fit the subject. Congratulations. Love, joyce

Paul Callus

August 25, 2014 at 12:08 PM

How lovely to see you Joyce!:) Thank you for the visit and the nice comments. Yes, you are right, the topic and form go hand in hand. God bless and take care. Hugs // paul

Carol Eastman

August 25, 2014 at 10:44 AM

Fun read. Congrats on the win.

Paul Callus

August 25, 2014 at 11:33 AM

Glad you enjoyed my night owl, Carol. Thank you for stopping by. // paul

Carrie Richards

August 25, 2014 at 10:27 AM

A lovely triolet.....and indeed gives a sense of the owl and the mystery which surrounds this wise old bird. Well done!

Paul Callus

August 25, 2014 at 10:39 AM

Thank you Carrie. The triolet is a lovely tool to use; in this case it seemed the most suitable, and the final result has given satisfaction! cu // paul

Barbara Gorelick

August 25, 2014 at 6:34 AM

Good work Paul, congrats and again, the short and sweet ones rule ( in my opinion)..BG

Paul Callus

August 25, 2014 at 9:17 AM

Thank you dear Barbara! I like your comment about short writes...they are very close to my heart:) Take care. // paul

Jan Allison

August 25, 2014 at 4:39 AM

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

Paul Callus

August 25, 2014 at 9:13 AM

Many thanks Jan, for re-visiting and for your congrats. I appreciate your continuous support. Hugs. /x/ Paul

Joseph May

August 24, 2014 at 10:02 PM

Congrats on a great win Paul...

Paul Callus

August 25, 2014 at 9:10 AM

Thank you Joseph; this has made my day! // paul

Kelly Deschler

August 24, 2014 at 9:29 PM

You have beautifully captured the mysterious nature of the owl.... A lovely poem, Paul! Congratulations on your first place win!

Kelly Deschler

August 25, 2014 at 3:55 PM

You're very welcome, Paul. Thank you for supporting me and my contest! Hugs :)

Paul Callus

August 25, 2014 at 9:07 AM

Hi Kelly! I have just finished a busy morning schedule and gone on Soup to find this pleasant surprise! Thank you for liking my entry; I am very happy with being on the winner' list, but even more by the top spot placement. This judge rocks!!:) Hugs // paul

Gwendolen Song

August 18, 2014 at 11:39 PM

You have painted a most seductive "night owl" so poetically, Paul...My fav part of this entry is the simple usage of repetition! Great job for the contest! Did you visit my Owl? I can't remember. :)

Paul Callus

August 19, 2014 at 9:20 AM

Thank you for taking a good look into my poem, Gwen; I appreciate that. Yes, repetition is the pivot of this form of poetry. To be honest, I had not as yet visited your owl poem, but have now made it a point to do so. [pls. see comments posted there:)] // paul

Regina Mcintosh

August 9, 2014 at 12:02 PM

I love owls and loved this poem. It's awesome. Happy Writing and God Bless YOU.

Paul Callus

August 9, 2014 at 3:18 PM

Thank you Regina; your comments are always lovely and encouraging. God bless you. // paul

M. L. Kiser

August 7, 2014 at 4:31 PM

It's easy to see that wise mistress; they are special beings.

Paul Callus

August 7, 2014 at 5:18 PM

Hi M.L. Thank you for visiting; I see from your avatar that you are an animal lover! // paul

Shadow Hamilton

August 6, 2014 at 7:19 PM

so lovely Paul stunning imagery takes one there hugs

Paul Callus

August 7, 2014 at 3:33 AM

Thank you Shadow! Getting thumbs up comments from you is very much appreciated. Have a lovely day:) // paul

Jslambert Mister Roboto

August 6, 2014 at 6:36 PM

Ran out of comment space, but want you to know I rated this a 7, and from reading your verse for the last while, I have decided to elect you to my short list of favorite poet. The list is under 20 long. also, I hate to ASS-u-ME, but from your picture can see you have me by a couple years of wisdom, I truly respect ANY time a genuine elder of mine reaches down to provide guidance and praise, KEEP UP YOUR SPIRIT. I AM seeing just how much it takes to be a top community builder. YOU WORK HARD! Sir

Paul Callus

August 7, 2014 at 3:31 AM

......honoured to be on your short fav list; glad you like this short contribution of mine. No doubt...I AM your elder. Use 13 to work out the age:) I am a very busy man, but I try to find time for all I want to do...and yes, it is hard work. It's not just reading and commenting....it's the work behind the scenes that gives real satisfaction and added friendship. cu Robo. // paul

Jslambert Mister Roboto

August 6, 2014 at 6:32 PM

At first glance, I just knew this poem was about me &my Up all night sleep all day, life of a writer. Then, upon further examination, I read "mistress" then received 100% verification that indeed, it was written for me, and my feminine side! HA. Gotchya! Hey this is one helluva form approached, regardless of form, a magical poem of much slick guise and gall, Also, poet, I firmly respect your unjust adulation for the poem I ripped from the creative wellspring. I deserve No Praise:) but thank you!

Paul Callus

August 7, 2014 at 3:20 AM

Good morning Robo! (10.20am here in Malta)! Like you I seem to have become a sort of night owl lately, but still manage to get up early. Like your sense of humour! I mean every word I say when I comment...so if you get praise it's all yours.....

Robert Nehls

August 6, 2014 at 4:37 PM

The owls are amazing birds and mysterious as well. You have given me a vision of their magnificence as they fly the night sky. Enjoyed it, my friend... Robert.

Paul Callus

August 6, 2014 at 5:51 PM

Glad you found some enjoyment in this unpretentious write, Robert. Thank you for stopping by. // paul

Dr.Ram Mehta

August 6, 2014 at 7:54 AM

Absolutely nice approach to the theme of the contest, Paul

Paul Callus

August 6, 2014 at 8:26 AM

Thank you Dr; so glad you find this to your liking! Have a nice day! // paul

Eileen Manassian

August 6, 2014 at 2:04 AM

Loved this, Paul...Absolutely beautiful...DREAMY OR WISE? Who knows with those crazy birds! ;) Good for you for trying a new form and thanks for always visiting me. Bless you for it. Hugs

Paul Callus

August 6, 2014 at 8:14 AM

Hi Eileen! I'm glad you find this triolet to your liking. Visiting your posts is a pleasure:) Thank you for the welcome visit and hugs. Have a nice day! // paul

Lucilla Carrillo

August 5, 2014 at 9:21 PM

Paul; I don't like owls, but I love your poem. They scare me. it has been known that people use them for witch craft. Thanks for sharing... Lucilla

Paul Callus

August 6, 2014 at 8:00 AM

Not everybody likes owls, but that goes for other creatures, as well. Owls are often related to wisdom or ill-omen. My owl is just a mysterious one! God bless and take care Lucilla. // paul

John Lawless

August 5, 2014 at 8:53 PM

Nice use of a tricky form here, Paul.

Paul Callus

August 6, 2014 at 7:56 AM

Thank you Frederic. It took me quite a while till I made up my mind how to tackle it, but looks like I surmounted the obstacles! Have a nice day. // paul

Frederic Parker

August 5, 2014 at 5:58 PM

Nice Paul, this contest had me rubbing my head, wasn't sure how to attack it so I passed...but you found a way...good luck

Tim Smith

August 5, 2014 at 5:47 PM

Simply spectacular Paul...A top rating for this wonderful triolet...Tim

Paul Callus

August 6, 2014 at 7:53 AM

Many thanks Tim...both for the lovely comment and the top rating! cu // paul

Jan Allison

August 5, 2014 at 4:25 PM

I have never attempted this form Paul - looks like you have it down to perfection! wonderful imagery and I love the idea of the owl being a mistress of disguise - brilliant descriptive write - guess I love it enough to give it a SEVEN! Good luck in the contest:-) Hugs Jan

Jan Allison

August 5, 2014 at 4:56 PM

:-) We are coming in October - have just paid the balance that was due. Hugs jan xxxx

Paul Callus

August 5, 2014 at 4:54 PM

Looking forward to your visit and collaboration. At present it's hot and sunny here; October should offer lovely weather, too. Hugs. /x/ paul

Jan Allison

August 5, 2014 at 4:49 PM

I enter contests for the sheer challenge Paul - I particularly enjoy Nette's and always try my best to please her, but some I find too restrictive and one new one is so off putting I wouldn't even attempt it:-( Keep on posting my friend - maybe we can do a collaboration in October when I visit - that would be a challenge for us both!!! Hugs Jan xxx

Paul Callus

August 5, 2014 at 4:44 PM

Thank you Jan, both for the great comments and for the top rating. I usually go after contests where 'new' forms are tackled; never too late to learn! Take care & hugs. // paul

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