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Pluviophile

I am not a rain dog With my tail between my legs Dying to run home in haste Away from showers that gradually increase And then come pounding heavily down Like sheets of splintered pearly glass I am not a loner Who leads a wasted life On doorsteps sharing aching pain With others who live rough Deprived of warmth and comfort I am a lover I inhale the smell Enjoy the caressing feel Of seductive teasing raindrops They fall around With sweetest sound Passionate the call It echoes I hear water ---------------------------- 16th October, 2014 Contest: "I do not know" Sponsor: Andrea Dietrich Placed: 4th

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Timothy Hicks

Date: 4/2/2016 12:44:00 AM

What lovely sentiments you have ... the rain can be quite rejuvenating, and it looks as though you soak it right up. Form-wise it looks kinda like a diminished hexaverse but with words instead of syllables.

Paul Callus
Date: 4/3/2016 1:54:00 PM

I love the rain Timothy, but I don't like getting caught in it when the wind is extra strong! Last autumn it rained unexpectedly while I was in the calm sea, swimming...felt delightful:) (good thing my wife was sitting on the rocks and quickly put my clothes in the car!). ~ Yes, this form is based on diminishing words, not syllables... // paul

Pandita Sietesantos

Date: 10/25/2014 7:14:00 PM

Big applause for your wonderful well-deserved win! Congratulations dear Paul! Pandita

Paul Callus
Date: 10/26/2014 6:21:00 AM

I can heart and appreciate the applause, Pandita!:) Thank you!! Have a lovely day. // paul

Brenda Meier-Hans

Date: 10/25/2014 4:38:00 PM

Congratulations on your win Paul!

Paul Callus
Date: 10/25/2014 6:18:00 PM

Thank you Brenda. [it would be nice to make a snowman together...in a Canadian winter:)] // paul

David Mohn

Date: 10/25/2014 1:03:00 PM

Beautiful and original Paul...big congrats to you!

Paul Callus
Date: 10/25/2014 2:55:00 PM

Thank you David. Trying to be original is always the main challenge; hopefully I manage! // paul

Sandra Haight

Date: 10/25/2014 10:17:00 AM

Hi Paul, I really enjoyed the words of your poem and how they passionately describe the beauty of rain. Congratulations on your win. Sandra

Paul Callus
Date: 10/25/2014 3:00:00 PM

Many thanks Sandra! so pleased that you enjoyed my rain/water poem. By the way...your winning poem is excellent:) Have a nice weekend. // paul

Olive Eloisa Guillermo - Fraser

Date: 10/25/2014 8:11:00 AM

Congratulations Paul.. :)

Paul Callus
Date: 10/25/2014 2:53:00 PM

Thank you Olive_eloi:) Being without internet for over 30hrs has made my mail accumulate; trying to deal with my emails a few at a time. hugs // paul

Dr. Upma A. Sharma

Date: 10/25/2014 8:03:00 AM

Such a beauty Paul! Great feeling one gets while getting to the final word! I too love heavenly raindrops that add music n insinuate life into us! Congrats on huge win!

Paul Callus
Date: 10/25/2014 2:58:00 PM

I like your insightful read, Upma. Thank you for stopping by with congrats, and I'm glad you found my rain poem to your liking. // paul

Maurice Yvonne

Date: 10/25/2014 7:15:00 AM

Back to congratulate you on your win.

Paul Callus
Date: 10/25/2014 7:41:00 AM

Many thanks Maurice. Yes, you showed faith in this poem from the start! I appreciate that. Have a nice weekend. // paul

Dr.Ram Mehta

Date: 10/25/2014 5:53:00 AM

Awesome write, congrats on the win, Paul

Paul Callus
Date: 10/25/2014 7:38:00 AM

Thank you Dr. so glad you enjoyed. Have a nice weekend. // paul

Jan Allison

Date: 10/25/2014 4:29:00 AM

Dropping back with my congrats Paul and I'm counting down the days until we meet:-) Hugs Jan xxx

Jan Allison
Date: 10/25/2014 7:31:00 AM

replied:-) Hugs jan xx

Paul Callus
Date: 10/25/2014 7:28:00 AM

Thank you Jan...only a few more days. [sent u soupmail] hugs // paul

Kayod5 Kayode

Date: 10/25/2014 3:17:00 AM

Congrats Paul ,I'm happy to see you here a winner.Happy weekend.

Paul Callus
Date: 10/25/2014 7:29:00 AM

Happy weekend to you too, Kayode:) Thank you for the lovely wishes! // paul

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 10/25/2014 1:03:00 AM

Paul. I had to look up that word to know what it was!! But it sure went well with your theme and I enjoyed this one very much, and your passion for rain! Congratulations.

Paul Callus
Date: 10/25/2014 7:32:00 AM

Thank you Andrea; placing in your contests means a lot to me...that means I find you to be a worthy and reliable sponsor:) hugs // paul

Len Gasun

Date: 10/23/2014 9:56:00 AM

I love your poem my dear friend Paul. I am a lover of sunshine but I like rain, too. I'm also pluviophile, i think.;) When I'm bored & free from school and heavy rain comes here earlier in a day, I usually go out biking until I'm drenched, then go for shower:) Never got fever. ;))I love your poem very much. It goes to my fave. Thanks a lot for sharing. Thanks also for your precious time reading my poem. Good luck in the contest. Have a blessed day! love lots and big hugs, Leonora

Paul Callus
Date: 10/23/2014 4:36:00 PM

Thank you my friend Leonora, both for stopping by to read and comment on my poems and also for the encouragement you relay through your words. I can well imagine you riding your bike, perhaps while singing "raindrops are falling on my head"! Sharing poetry with others is a gift...we are lucky to be able to make good use of it. Thank you for the fav...much appreciated. hugs // paul

Rajat Kanti Chakrabarty

Date: 10/23/2014 4:49:00 AM

I am a Pluviophile like you. I never suffer from colds even if I am fully drenched in rain. Rain loves me in return of my love. Nature is so generous. love.)))) rajat

Paul Callus
Date: 10/23/2014 5:01:00 AM

Hi Rajat....as you say, nature is so generous, but not everybody realizes that. Here in Malta we have no rivers and lakes, so rain water is very important to us. At present we are at the start of the rain season, but so far we've had little rain. // paul

Timothy Hicks

Date: 10/21/2014 2:03:00 AM

One who dances in the rain, I see... good to know! Love the spirit and optimism in this piece... so full of life. Not sure your musical tastes, but you might look up that country song Rain is A Good Thing seeing how your a pluviophile :)

Paul Callus
Date: 10/21/2014 12:10:00 PM

You read my poem well, my friend. I like most types of music, and that includes country music. I looked up the song as suggested, enjoyed it and am still humming: "rain washes worries down the drain". Thank you Timothy! // paul

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 10/19/2014 12:43:00 PM

Dear Paul, From what I've learned, you are certainly not one to run from trouble like a coward or to lead a wasted life. Yes, you are a lover who appreciates the best life has to offer. This poem goes to my favorites. It's remarkable, Paul. You don't need luck to score a success with this poem. Love, Carolyn

Paul Callus
Date: 10/19/2014 2:30:00 PM

Oh thank you for the lovely comments and the fav, Carolyn! No, I would not run off from trouble, but I would not go looking for it either:) As to leading a wasted life....I can't cope with all the things I get roped in to do! Take care....love and hugs ..... paul

Maurice Yvonne

Date: 10/19/2014 10:49:00 AM

Therefore one can only assume you are a pluviophile. I believe this will do very well in Andrea's challenge. It is creative, clear and sings. All vital to good poetry.

Paul Callus
Date: 10/19/2014 2:25:00 PM

Yes, you're right Maurice...but I forgot to put that in my bio! I also enjoy hearing the wind howling at night, but I am not referring to huge storms or tornados:( Thank you for the visit and lovely comments. // paul

Liam Mcdaid

Date: 10/17/2014 10:28:00 AM

love how you drew this paul i love the rain myself being a farmers son smiling excellent pen dear friend

Paul Callus
Date: 10/17/2014 4:27:00 PM

Thank you Liam. I was brought up to like the rain, especially since in Malta we depend a lot on it. I grew up with my grandparents who had a farm and there I spent unforgettable and lovely days; rain and weather were part of the daily talk. cu my friend. // paul

Olive Eloisa Guillermo - Fraser

Date: 10/17/2014 7:13:00 AM

i have never dance under rainshower but somehow I always dream of doing it.. :) thanks for another new word.. :) at first I was wondering what is it for you are keeping me guessing what you are pertaining at...... then as I went on there.. :) i re-read it again then I realized each succeeding line describes the characteristic of rain.. :) ;)

Olive Eloisa Guillermo - Fraser
Date: 10/18/2014 7:18:00 AM

lol.. :D well, of course it did but more than that you know.. mmmmmn!

Paul Callus
Date: 10/17/2014 4:44:00 PM

Hi Olive_eloi:) The title was meant to elicit curiosity and interest; in your case it worked:) I like rain, but a rain dog doesn't. hugs // paul

Olive Eloisa Guillermo - Fraser
Date: 10/17/2014 7:15:00 AM

the title itself is catchy.. :) and the succeeding lines intensifies what is it.. :) ;)

Brenda Meier-Hans

Date: 10/16/2014 8:58:00 PM

I also love rain, especially when it's warm. I love how you have written such an enjoyable poem in this style Paul.

Paul Callus
Date: 10/17/2014 4:19:00 PM

Yes, Brenda.....I love rain, but not to the point of going to extremes. Thank you for your always welcome visits and lovely comments. // paul

Frederic Parker

Date: 10/16/2014 5:44:00 PM

well done Paul, nothing wrong with rain, storms now are a different animal..good luck

Paul Callus
Date: 10/17/2014 3:47:00 PM

Thank you Frederic; walking in the rain can be a lovely experience as long as it is done for fun and pleasure; storms are another thing! // paul

Charmaine Chircop

Date: 10/16/2014 5:31:00 PM

I' m singing in the rain,Just singing in the rain.That song came on my mind.I love to inhsle that fresh crisp scent of the rain too.Just beautiful.A poem I can relate too.Goodnight Paul.

Paul Callus
Date: 10/17/2014 4:36:00 PM

Hi Charm.....rain smells lovely, especially the first rain in September. Last time I was caught in the rain while I was swimming....I came out of the sea and stood there relishing the rain water showering me! Felt great! // paul

Gary Bateman

Date: 10/16/2014 4:36:00 PM

Paul, A very artfully written poem and quite expressive here. I'm someone who likes the rain too. I will keep my fingers crossed for you with the contest. Best of Luck!! I like your poem here very much. Best Wishes and Cheers, Gary

Paul Callus
Date: 10/17/2014 4:31:00 PM

So pleased you enjoyed my poem, Gary. I respect and appreciate your feedback. I enjoy the notes your write as an introduction to your poems; they help the reader and have a 'learned' touch to them. Best regards // paul

Jan Allison

Date: 10/16/2014 4:09:00 PM

Wow a lover of rain - love the title and the write Paul - very clever my friend. Good luck with the contest :-) hugs Jan xxx

Jan Allison
Date: 10/16/2014 5:54:00 PM

:-) woohoooooo ty xxx

Paul Callus
Date: 10/16/2014 5:47:00 PM

...and yes...that's where I read it:) hugs x

Jan Allison
Date: 10/16/2014 4:56:00 PM

The write with Andrea was such fun she is an incrediblly talented lady and so genreous with her praise and advice - our poem is to be featured on another poetry site - I will whisper the name to you my friend:-) hugs Jan xxx

Paul Callus
Date: 10/16/2014 4:53:00 PM

Oh yes, I love rain...preferably when no strong winds are blowing. So glad you enjoyed and thank you for your lovely comments. {enjoyed your co-write with andy} hugs // paul