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Out In the Cold

Late in life regretting my wasted years... I cross the bridge to the warmth of her heart. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Inspired by image 2 Make it Five Poetry contest Hosted by Joseph May Placed 3rd © 22nd September 2019

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Angela Crabtree

Date: 11/26/2020 3:05:00 PM

A beautiful write, Paul. It's never too late :)

Paul Callus
Date: 11/27/2020 11:45:00 AM

Exactly, Angela! ..unless, tired of waiting, she moved on...! Thank you for stopping by. Regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 9/29/2019 2:36:00 PM

For me, a top poem this one is. Love it, Paul!

Paul Callus
Date: 10/4/2019 1:35:00 PM

Many thanks, Andrea. You are a judge to my liking :) Regards // paul

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 9/27/2019 2:50:00 PM

Hi Paul, congratulations on your win for this wonderful write, Warm regards and hugs, Jenny

Paul Callus
Date: 9/28/2019 3:44:00 AM

Thank you for returning with congrats, Jenny; much appreciated! ~ Warm regards & hugs // paul

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 9/27/2019 2:29:00 AM

- Congratulations on your beautiful winning poem, Paul :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Paul Callus
Date: 9/28/2019 3:40:00 AM

Thank you, Anne-lise:) Have a lovely weekend. Hugs // paul

Brenda Chiri

Date: 9/26/2019 9:55:00 PM

Beautiful Paul! Congrats on your win!;)

Paul Callus
Date: 9/28/2019 3:41:00 AM

Thank you, Brenda; pleased to share the podium with you:) Regards // paul

Joseph May

Date: 9/26/2019 9:07:00 PM

Very nicely penned Paul, Congrats on your win..

Paul Callus
Date: 9/28/2019 3:42:00 AM

Thank you, Joseph. Your contest inspired many beautiful entries. Regards // paul

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 9/26/2019 1:22:00 PM

Sad in a way, but also very beautiful, Paul. Your entry should do very well in the contest. Hugs, carolyn

Paul Callus
Date: 9/28/2019 4:08:00 PM

So pleased that you liked it, Carolyn. Thank you. Regards & Hugs // paul

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 9/26/2019 8:41:00 AM

This is wonderful. Love it and wish you many blessings.

Paul Callus
Date: 9/28/2019 3:47:00 AM

Thank you, Regina. I enjoyed your winning entry, too. Blessings // paul

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 9/26/2019 3:02:00 AM

Hi Paul, After a wasted life lived all alone in the cold, he chose to cross the bridge between nothing and then everything, into the and warmth of her arms, outstretched with love. A great take on the documentary 'Out in the Cold' Warm regards and hugs, Jenny.

Paul Callus
Date: 9/28/2019 3:49:00 AM

Thank you, Jenny; your feedback is always appreciated. Enjoy the weekend. ~ Warm regards & Hugs // paul

Susan Ashley

Date: 9/24/2019 8:43:00 PM

This is such a great interpretation of the picture, Paul. Your poem is so beautifully expressive. So many thoughts and emotions play within this piece. Your artistry truly amazes me. I love the title and especially, your last line. Best wishes for a win and warmest wishes and hugs for you, my dear friend.. ~Susan

Paul Callus
Date: 9/28/2019 4:32:00 AM

Thank you Susan; your insightful comments reflect what I had in mind. I can't just look at a picture and describe its top layer; I need to go a bit deeper. Glad you notice this. ~ Warm regards & Hugs // paul

Silent One

Date: 9/24/2019 1:50:00 PM

how many can relate to this... everyone i believe..

Paul Callus
Date: 9/29/2019 2:21:00 AM

Thanks for reading and commenting, S-1. Regards // paul

Jack Horne

Date: 9/24/2019 11:48:00 AM

this is lovely, Paul

Paul Callus
Date: 9/29/2019 2:20:00 AM

Thank you, Jack. Regards // paul

Judy Ball

Date: 9/24/2019 11:44:00 AM

WoW This is so beautiful. it tells me of someone who spent his young years wildly and in his later years was alone and finally met someone to share his life. Great stuff. God Bless, JB

Paul Callus
Date: 9/29/2019 2:39:00 AM

You read it well, Judy. Thank you for your insightful critique. Have a lovely, blessed day. Regards // paul

Swetha Vangaveti

Date: 9/24/2019 10:04:00 AM

Such beauty in your poem!!

Paul Callus
Date: 9/29/2019 2:38:00 AM

Pleased you found it to your liking, Swetha; thank you. Regards // paul

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 9/23/2019 1:58:00 PM

Don’t waste one more minute! Nice

Paul Callus
Date: 9/29/2019 2:41:00 AM

Thank you...You are right, Kim; not everyone gets the chance to make up for lost time! Best regards, my friend. // paul

Chris Green

Date: 9/23/2019 11:59:00 AM

Wow, this was perfect Paul. I looked at this contest and focused on that photo but I could never come up with something as wonderful as you have. I love how the bridge leads to the warmth of her heart. Beautifully done.

Paul Callus
Date: 9/29/2019 3:55:00 AM

You are too generous, my friend:) Thank you. Best regards // paul

Alexis Y.

Date: 9/23/2019 1:36:00 AM

Hi Paul, I like what you came up with to compliment the photo. In my opinion when one lives in valley of regret, they forget to live. At least that is what I got from of it. Nevertheless this a good write my friend. I wish you the best of luck in the contest. Have a good night:-)Alexis

Paul Callus
Date: 9/29/2019 3:49:00 AM

Thank you so much, Alexis. I always look forward to your meaningful feedback. Have a lovely day, my friend. Regards // pau

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 9/22/2019 3:50:00 PM

This is simply beautiful Paul! We always have regrets in hindsight. There is great joy if we find it is not too late to act. I know this gem will do well in the contest. I loved it Paul! : ) xxoo

Paul Callus
Date: 9/29/2019 3:32:00 AM

Your insightful comments are are truly appreciated, Connie. Glad you enjoyed...thank you. ~ Warm regards // paul

Tom Cunningham

Date: 9/22/2019 3:40:00 PM

Love your interpretation of the pic Paul, well composed. Good luck. Tom

Paul Callus
Date: 9/29/2019 3:11:00 AM

Thank you, Tom. Pictures can be better than words; they offer us the chance to give our own interpretation. Regards // paul

Vijay Pandit

Date: 9/22/2019 3:20:00 PM

Everyone should make that move to the warmth of her heart..superb ending line, Paul...all the best.

Paul Callus
Date: 9/29/2019 3:05:00 AM

Thank you for the lovely comments, Vijay. Best regards // paul

Jan Allison

Date: 9/22/2019 3:02:00 PM

What a super interpretation of the image and I love the creative way you have formatted this Paul, it sure warmed my heart:-) hugs Jan xx

Paul Callus
Date: 9/29/2019 3:03:00 AM

Thank you for the insightful feedback, Jan, and excuse the late reply. You know how i am am...involved in too many things! Hugs // paul