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Waiting for his return, with heavy heart and a flicker of hope. ---------------------------------------------- Contest: Monoku #9 by Poet Destroyer A Placed 1st

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Freddie Robinson Jr.

Date: 11/17/2016 3:46:00 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.

Paul Callus
Date: 11/23/2016 2:03:00 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

John Hamilton

Date: 4/8/2016 9:57:00 AM

A lot said in one line, that's how God feels about the lost souls, please come back to me, just beautiful!

Paul Callus
Date: 4/8/2016 11:23:00 AM

These of yours are lovely comments, John. Thank you! ~ All the best. // paul

Teddy Kimathi

Date: 4/1/2016 7:09:00 AM

Beautiful!!!! Congrats Paul, for your first placement in the contest!!! ;-)

Paul Callus
Date: 4/1/2016 8:52:00 AM

Thank you for the lovely reaction and comments, Teddy:) ~ Regards // paul

Hansteven Selfa

Date: 3/30/2016 9:01:00 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

Paul Callus
Date: 3/30/2016 5:40:00 PM

You are a source of encouragement, Hans! Thank you! ~ Regards // paul

Cecilia Macfarlane

Date: 3/29/2016 2:59:00 PM

Your captured the unconditional love and worry enclosed in a parents heart for their child. Excellent write and win Paul. Hugs

Paul Callus
Date: 3/30/2016 5:34:00 PM

Thank you for the insightful comments, Cecilia....lovely to have you stopping by....hope you are keeping well:) hugs // paul

Dr. Upma A. Sharma

Date: 3/29/2016 3:20:00 AM

Well deserved top podium Paul.. no wonder u captured the subtle emotion so well.. big congrats!

Paul Callus
Date: 3/30/2016 5:29:00 PM

Thank you very much, Upma! I read several lovely winning entries, yours amongst them:) ~ Warm regards // paul

Joanna Daniel

Date: 3/27/2016 11:16:00 PM

Back again to congratulate you on your well deserved win:)

Paul Callus
Date: 3/30/2016 5:26:00 PM

Thank you, Jo:) Return visits are doubly appreciated! Regards // paul

Eve Roper

Date: 3/27/2016 10:09:00 PM

Awe this is wonderful no wonder you got first place..... Congratulations, Paul !!!!! a 10++++

Paul Callus
Date: 3/30/2016 5:25:00 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

Charlie Smith

Date: 3/27/2016 9:55:00 PM

Congratulations Paul, nice win...

Paul Callus
Date: 3/30/2016 5:22:00 PM

Pleased that you liked it, Charlie...thank you! // paul

Jan Allison

Date: 3/27/2016 2:00:00 PM

Oh Paul this is fabulous - love the feeling of longing portrayed in so few words - 7 and faves:-) hugs Jan xx

Paul Callus
Date: 3/30/2016 5:16:00 PM

Thank you for the lovely reaction plus the fav & high rating, Jan!! You're kind and generous:) hugs // paul

Brian Mcclain

Date: 3/27/2016 12:51:00 PM

Hi Paul, Way to go--congrats on your stand-alone, first-place win with this awesome one-liner. Cheers, Brian

Paul Callus
Date: 3/30/2016 4:54:00 PM

Thank you, Brian! I suppose luck was on my side...there were several entries worthy of high placements! ~ All the best....paul

Bl Devnath

Date: 3/27/2016 12:48:00 PM

Superb win with superb poem my lovely friend. Wish you a great congratulation. Loved always, bl

Paul Callus
Date: 3/30/2016 4:45:00 PM

I appreciate your lovely comments, my friend! Thank you!! ~ Best regards...paul

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 3/27/2016 12:31:00 PM

Love it! and congrats on the BIG win.

Paul Callus
Date: 3/30/2016 3:43:00 PM

That is lovely of you, Andrea:) Thank you!! ~ regards // paul

Joseph May

Date: 3/27/2016 11:50:00 AM

Congrats on a great win Paul

Paul Callus
Date: 3/30/2016 3:42:00 PM

Thank you Joseph. You too did well with your lovely entry! // paul

Vladislav Raven

Date: 3/27/2016 7:58:00 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.

Paul Callus
Date: 3/30/2016 3:40:00 PM

You are kind, as always, Mike! Thank you for the encouragement and high rating, my friend! ~ Regards // paul

Sathya Babu

Date: 3/27/2016 7:58:00 AM

Paul: This is a great one......Many CONGRATS on your WIN......:-)

Paul Callus
Date: 3/30/2016 3:38:00 PM

Very pleased to have you visiting with congratulations, Sathya! Thank you! Regards // paul

Probir Gupta

Date: 3/27/2016 4:44:00 AM

Very meaningful interpretation. Congratulations for the win...

Paul Callus
Date: 3/30/2016 3:34:00 PM

I am pleased that you liked this interpretation, Probir...thank you! // paul

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 3/27/2016 4:11:00 AM

Hooray! It is wonderful to see you take first place with this little gem Paul. BIG CONGRATS my friend! #7

Paul Callus
Date: 3/30/2016 3:33:00 PM

Many thanks, Connie:) Your reaction is awesome...so is the high rating!! ~ All the best ~~ paul

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 3/26/2016 11:50:00 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

Paul Callus
Date: 3/27/2016 4:57:00 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

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 3/19/2016 3:16:00 PM

- Well done Paul, I really like this one ! - Luck in contest - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Paul Callus
Date: 3/19/2016 3:43:00 PM

Thank you for a pleasant visit, Anne Lise:) may you have a lovely weekend! hugs // paul

Cherl Dunn

Date: 3/19/2016 1:22:00 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

Paul Callus
Date: 3/19/2016 3:28:00 PM

Thank you Cherl. These monoku are only short, but they have to deliver more than their size:) ~ Regards // paul

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 3/18/2016 8:52:00 AM

If not for the prayers of our mothers where would we be?

Paul Callus
Date: 3/18/2016 9:41:00 AM

Right you are, Richard....regards to mama bear:)

Olive Eloisa Guillermo - Fraser

Date: 3/17/2016 4:49:00 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 =`)

Paul Callus
Date: 3/17/2016 12:53:00 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 :)

Nette Onclaud

Date: 3/16/2016 5:24:00 PM

ohh, astonishing mind-scene so well conveyed from a father's point of view... how beautiful, paul..huggs

Paul Callus
Date: 3/17/2016 12:11:00 PM

I love your reaction and comments to this monoku, Nette...thank you! hugs // paul

Sara Kendrick

Date: 3/16/2016 2:11:00 PM

The Father will always be there just hoping with outstretched arms..Enjoyed reading your work..Thanks for the visit to my page..Sara

Paul Callus
Date: 3/17/2016 11:40:00 AM

Thank you for the lovely feedback, Sara. Glad you enjoyed. All the best. // paul