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Prodigal Son

Waiting for his return, with heavy heart and a flicker of hope.


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Contest: Monoku #9 by Poet Destroyer A
Placed 1st
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Robinson Jr. Avatar
November 17, 2016 at 3:46 PM
Very poignant poem, Paul. It really has a lot of impact on me personally. I am writing a poem about one of my brothers who came in out of the cold, and wouldn't you know it, I've named the poem, "Prodigal Son." Congrats on a job well done, my friend. Love always.
Callus Avatar
November 23, 2016 at 2:03 PM
Thank you Freddie. I am looking forward to reading your "Prodigal Son" especially since it is based on real life. // Sorry about the late reply. I am trying to get back into the groove after being laid down by a bad cold and sinus. In fact I have not been active on Soup for several days. Getting a cold on top of another has not helped at all! Regards // paul
Hamilton Avatar
April 8, 2016 at 9:57 AM
A lot said in one line, that's how God feels about the lost souls, please come back to me, just beautiful!
Callus Avatar
April 8, 2016 at 11:23 AM
These of yours are lovely comments, John. Thank you! ~ All the best. // paul
Kimathi Avatar
April 1, 2016 at 7:09 AM
Beautiful!!!! Congrats Paul, for your first placement in the contest!!! ;-)
Callus Avatar
April 1, 2016 at 8:52 AM
Thank you for the lovely reaction and comments, Teddy:) ~ Regards // paul
Selfa Avatar
March 30, 2016 at 9:01 AM
Congratulations Paul on your remarkable win. You never failed to write a jaw-dropping poem! You truly are praiseworthy! Keep up the good work and continue to enjoy the blessings of words and poetry. :) -HANS
Callus Avatar
March 30, 2016 at 5:40 PM
You are a source of encouragement, Hans! Thank you! ~ Regards // paul
Macfarlane Avatar
March 29, 2016 at 2:59 PM
Your captured the unconditional love and worry enclosed in a parents heart for their child. Excellent write and win Paul. Hugs
Callus Avatar
March 30, 2016 at 5:34 PM
Thank you for the insightful comments, Cecilia....lovely to have you stopping by....hope you are keeping well:) hugs // paul
A. Sharma Avatar
March 29, 2016 at 3:20 AM
Well deserved top podium Paul.. no wonder u captured the subtle emotion so well.. big congrats!
Callus Avatar
March 30, 2016 at 5:29 PM
Thank you very much, Upma! I read several lovely winning entries, yours amongst them:) ~ Warm regards // paul
Daniel Avatar
March 27, 2016 at 11:16 PM
Back again to congratulate you on your well deserved win:)
Callus Avatar
March 30, 2016 at 5:26 PM
Thank you, Jo:) Return visits are doubly appreciated! Regards // paul
Roper Avatar
March 27, 2016 at 10:09 PM
Awe this is wonderful no wonder you got first place..... Congratulations, Paul !!!!! a 10++++
Callus Avatar
March 30, 2016 at 5:25 PM
Awww you are very kind, Eve! You too had a very awesome winning entry! I am so pleased that you liked this one...thank you:) hugs // paul
Smith Avatar
March 27, 2016 at 9:55 PM
Congratulations Paul, nice win...
Callus Avatar
March 30, 2016 at 5:22 PM
Pleased that you liked it, Charlie...thank you! // paul
Allison Avatar
March 27, 2016 at 2:00 PM
Oh Paul this is fabulous - love the feeling of longing portrayed in so few words - 7 and faves:-) hugs Jan xx
Callus Avatar
March 30, 2016 at 5:16 PM
Thank you for the lovely reaction plus the fav & high rating, Jan!! You're kind and generous:) hugs // paul
Mcclain Avatar
March 27, 2016 at 12:51 PM
Hi Paul, Way to go--congrats on your stand-alone, first-place win with this awesome one-liner. Cheers, Brian
Callus Avatar
March 30, 2016 at 4:54 PM
Thank you, Brian! I suppose luck was on my side...there were several entries worthy of high placements! ~ All the best....paul
Devnath  Avatar
March 27, 2016 at 12:48 PM
Superb win with superb poem my lovely friend. Wish you a great congratulation. Loved always, bl
Callus Avatar
March 30, 2016 at 4:45 PM
I appreciate your lovely comments, my friend! Thank you!! ~ Best regards...paul
Dietrich Avatar
March 27, 2016 at 12:31 PM
Love it! and congrats on the BIG win.
Callus Avatar
March 30, 2016 at 3:43 PM
That is lovely of you, Andrea:) Thank you!! ~ regards // paul
May Avatar
March 27, 2016 at 11:50 AM
Congrats on a great win Paul
Callus Avatar
March 30, 2016 at 3:42 PM
Thank you Joseph. You too did well with your lovely entry! // paul
Babu Avatar
March 27, 2016 at 7:58 AM
Paul: This is a great one......Many CONGRATS on your WIN......:-)
Callus Avatar
March 30, 2016 at 3:38 PM
Very pleased to have you visiting with congratulations, Sathya! Thank you! Regards // paul
Raven Avatar
March 27, 2016 at 7:58 AM
Hi Paul, just dropping by with my Congratulations on your win in the contest. I new this one would place highly. Once again i give you a seven my friend. May the beauty of your words keep singing Paul....MIKE.
Callus Avatar
March 30, 2016 at 3:40 PM
You are kind, as always, Mike! Thank you for the encouragement and high rating, my friend! ~ Regards // paul
Gupta Avatar
March 27, 2016 at 4:44 AM
Very meaningful interpretation. Congratulations for the win...
Callus Avatar
March 30, 2016 at 3:34 PM
I am pleased that you liked this interpretation, Probir...thank you! // paul
Marcum Wong Avatar
March 27, 2016 at 4:11 AM
Hooray! It is wonderful to see you take first place with this little gem Paul. BIG CONGRATS my friend! #7
Callus Avatar
March 30, 2016 at 3:33 PM
Many thanks, Connie:) Your reaction is awesome...so is the high rating!! ~ All the best ~~ paul
A   Avatar
March 26, 2016 at 11:50 PM
Hello, Paul, Congratulations on your awesome WIN. Thank you for supporting my one line verse contest. Stop by my latest blog "Do You See What I See? if you like." Happy Easter. Love LINDA
Callus Avatar
March 27, 2016 at 4:57 AM
Good morning Linda! Thank you for a most lovely Easter present! Your contests always inspire me to dig deep! A big Happy Easter to you and all your loved ones! Hugs // paul
Andresen Avatar
March 19, 2016 at 3:16 PM
- Well done Paul, I really like this one ! - Luck in contest - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Callus Avatar
March 19, 2016 at 3:43 PM
Thank you for a pleasant visit, Anne Lise:) may you have a lovely weekend! hugs // paul
Dunn Avatar
March 19, 2016 at 1:22 PM
Dear Paul Good luck in the contest my dear friend, love this short poem he speaks alot, hope he comes home soon for you, and all is well in the end, cheri
Callus Avatar
March 19, 2016 at 3:28 PM
Thank you Cherl. These monoku are only short, but they have to deliver more than their size:) ~ Regards // paul
Lamoureux Avatar
March 18, 2016 at 8:52 AM
If not for the prayers of our mothers where would we be?
Callus Avatar
March 18, 2016 at 9:41 AM
Right you are, Richard....regards to mama bear:)
Guillermo - Fraser Avatar
March 17, 2016 at 4:49 AM
The picture is a nice steal to what your message is... Love the flicker of hope... a solid line compacted with message.. =`) God bless you Paul.. hugs! ~Olive Eloisa =`)
Callus Avatar
March 17, 2016 at 12:53 PM
How lovely to have you visiting, Olive_eloi:) I knew you would catch on quickly to the meaning of this one-liner! Glad that you like! ~ Hugs & smiles ~~~ paul :)
Onclaud Avatar
March 16, 2016 at 5:24 PM
ohh, astonishing mind-scene so well conveyed from a father's point of view... how beautiful, paul..huggs
Callus Avatar
March 17, 2016 at 12:11 PM
I love your reaction and comments to this monoku, Nette...thank you! hugs // paul
Kendrick Avatar
March 16, 2016 at 2:11 PM
The Father will always be there just hoping with outstretched arms..Enjoyed reading your work..Thanks for the visit to my page..Sara
Callus Avatar
March 17, 2016 at 11:40 AM
Thank you for the lovely feedback, Sara. Glad you enjoyed. All the best. // paul
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