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In the eyes of the young child life lacked black or shades of grey. He travelled light. Unburdened was his mind except for dreams, till one day torrential rain washed away the bright colours and his soggy paper boats. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Contest Finish Line in Seven Sponsor: Nette Onclaud Placed 3rd © 16th May, 2020

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Angela Crabtree

Date: 11/13/2020 6:03:00 PM

To be a child again and not have to worry about the things we worry about as adults :)

Paul Callus
Date: 11/14/2020 11:43:00 PM

Unfortunately we cannot bring back the past, but we can still keep the child within! Thank you for yet another visit, Angela:) Regards // paul

Susan Ashley

Date: 10/31/2020 7:18:00 PM

My dear friend, when marvelous intellect, artistic depth and seasoned experience converge, a Paul Callus masterwork will emerge. Your profound pen never fails to amaze me, with not a extra drop of precious ink spilled nor needed to create and complete a captivating image. When dreams and reality collide it can be enough to sink one's paper boat, hopefully one has a floatation device handy :)) Love this, Paul. Warmest wishes and hugs always.. ~Susan P.S. I enjoyed your poem “Dandelion Head” as well :))

Paul Callus
Date: 11/5/2020 1:14:00 PM

You are too kind and generous, dear Susan:) Those lovely complimentary remarks should be addressed to you and your awesome poetry...you keep reaching new heights, and there is no stopping you! ~ Warm regards & Hugs my friend:) // paul

Arturo Michael

Date: 5/31/2020 5:57:00 AM

If the child learned well...he would know that paper boats don't float for long...a big lesson

Paul Callus
Date: 5/31/2020 12:57:00 PM

So it is, Arturo; we learn through experience! Thank you for stopping by. // paul

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 5/22/2020 12:51:00 PM

Congratulations my friend not at all surprised it was a wonderful win - Bravo! Warm regards and hugs Jennifer.

Paul Callus
Date: 5/24/2020 3:52:00 AM

Thank you for coming back with congrats, Jenny. Have a lovely day. Warm regards & Hugs // paul

Jack Horne

Date: 5/21/2020 2:23:00 PM

love this, Paul - very cleverly written indeed. Hope it was a big winner

Paul Callus
Date: 5/24/2020 3:44:00 AM

Thank you, Jack. A winner it was, though what I mostly look for in a contest is the inspiration it delivers! Regards // paul

Anil Deo

Date: 5/21/2020 2:20:00 PM

Boy, did he "travel light"?! shalom, shalom my friend

Paul Callus
Date: 5/24/2020 3:41:00 AM

Thank you, Anil. Peace...and a blessed Sunday to you. // paul

Vijay Pandit

Date: 5/20/2020 6:23:00 PM

Back with congrats on your splendid win Paul.

Paul Callus
Date: 5/21/2020 1:26:00 PM

Thank you for the congrats and a second visit, Vijay...truly appreciated. Regards // paul

Aditi Mishra

Date: 5/19/2020 11:27:00 PM

That's so true. A child with his innocence explores his dreams unburdened by the realities of this world. Congratulations on your win Paul. God bless you :)

Paul Callus
Date: 5/20/2020 3:53:00 PM

Thank you for your insightful comments and congrats, Aditi...I had not realized the results were out! Blessings to you, too. // paul

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 5/19/2020 1:58:00 AM

I'm sure the poor child was devastated - my father always used to make me colored boats as a child so I could play in the bath. This brought back memories my friend. Good luck in the contest Paul. Hugs and warm regards, Jennifer.

Paul Callus
Date: 5/19/2020 12:37:00 PM

Passing from the innocent stage of childhood to adult stage and the realities of life can be quite a shock for some. Thank you for stopping by, Jenny. ~ Warm regards & Hugs // paul

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 5/18/2020 6:07:00 PM

Hello Paul … like most dreams, paper boats don't last long yet its great to reminisce on childhood - thanks again Paul - Lindsay

Paul Callus
Date: 5/19/2020 11:46:00 AM

Thank you, Lindsay. When young we fail to see the black clouds on the horizon, till suddenly the storm is upon us! ~ Regards // paul

Michael Tor

Date: 5/17/2020 4:34:00 PM

Paul enjoyed reading. Brought me back to being young and no worries. Hope you are well.

Paul Callus
Date: 5/17/2020 4:49:00 PM

Thank you, Michael. It's good to see you back in action! So far life is not being too unkind, considering there are so many others who have so much to put up with! Take care. Regards // paul

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 5/17/2020 4:00:00 PM

Poor little guy. I wonder what he replaced them with?? Perhaps another poem.:0)

Paul Callus
Date: 5/17/2020 4:39:00 PM

Perhaps he still managed to salvage some of those dreams! ~ Thank you for stopping by, Richard. ~ Regards // paul

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 5/17/2020 3:25:00 PM

My son loved to send his paper boats afloat, even in puddles. Thank you for bringing back such sweet memories Paul. I loved this! Blessings xxoo

Paul Callus
Date: 5/17/2020 4:27:00 PM

I am glad you could relate to my poem, Connie. I used to do the same:) Thank you for your pleasant visit. ~ Warm regards // paul

Silent One

Date: 5/17/2020 10:22:00 AM

Dreams can be fragile... My new contest is called fragility of dreams.... I liked your take for this contest...

Tom Cunningham

Date: 5/16/2020 4:55:00 PM

Like how you showed life through the eyes of a child Paul. It's a shame as you get older your worries and concerns multiply. Good luck in the contest Tom

Paul Callus
Date: 5/16/2020 5:50:00 PM

We can both bear witness to that, Tom :) Thank you for stopping by. Regards // paul

Jan Allison

Date: 5/16/2020 4:35:00 PM

the innocence of childhood perfectly portray Paul:-) hugs Jan xx

Paul Callus
Date: 5/16/2020 5:09:00 PM

Thank you, Jan. Hope all's well with all the family! Regards & Hugs // paul

Vijay Pandit

Date: 5/16/2020 4:14:00 PM

How innocent are those dreams! Beautifully depicted, Paul--the realities of life!! All the best.

Paul Callus
Date: 5/16/2020 4:27:00 PM

Thank you, Vijay. Those realities make their presence felt, one day or another! Regards // paul