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Life extension and rejuvenation a process aimed at stretching life on earth; It could become the foremost quest from birth. But, when age succumbs to curbed duration concepts tested by acute frustration... then fragile straws are clutched for all they’re worth as long as in this world one finds a berth. Thus, plan ‘B’ is launched: reincarnation. Is life perpetual fruit of false desire, such as finding the philosopher’s stone, latched to the wild allure of wind and fire? An afterlife assures a lasting zone where faithful ones eternal joy acquire beside the Lord on His celestial throne. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - This Italian Sonnet consists of an octave with the rhyme pattern abbaabba followed by six lines with a rhyme pattern of cdcdcd. Each line is made up of 10 syllables. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Contest: Form ‘I’ ~ Immortal Theme Sponsor: Broken Wings Placed 1st © 1st March 2017

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Debbie Duncan

Date: 5/29/2017 1:12:00 AM

Love it Paul 7 :)

Paul Callus
Date: 5/29/2017 4:05:00 PM

Thank you, Debbie:) Lovely to have you stopping by. Regards // paul

Sarban Bhattacharya

Date: 5/14/2017 12:58:00 PM

A well-written reflective poetry.

Paul Callus
Date: 5/14/2017 2:08:00 PM

Thank you, Sarban. Pleased to have you visiting. Regards // paul

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 3/21/2017 7:47:00 AM

Lovely, Paul! Congrats!

Paul Callus
Date: 3/29/2017 4:34:00 PM

Thank you, Kim. I was captivated by your winning entry! Regards // paul

Charlie Smith

Date: 3/20/2017 10:20:00 PM

Congratulations Paul outstanding finish...

Paul Callus
Date: 3/29/2017 4:25:00 PM

Thank you, Charlie...regards // paul

Constance La France

Date: 3/20/2017 10:17:00 AM

Paul congratulations on your win in my contest ~

Paul Callus
Date: 3/29/2017 4:20:00 PM

Many thanks, Constance. Placing first was more than I bartered for! Thank you for providing the inspiration. Regards // paul

Roy Pett

Date: 3/20/2017 9:58:00 AM

Congratulations at obtaining top spot Paul, inspirational Italian Sonnet, well deserved win, Roy. :))

Paul Callus
Date: 3/29/2017 4:18:00 PM

Thank you, Roy. Pleased that you enjoyed. Regards // paul

Janis Thompson

Date: 3/20/2017 12:27:00 AM

This is a truly inspirational sonnet form. You have done a great job with it and anyone with a grain of sense will aim toward God's celestial throne. Congratulations.

Paul Callus
Date: 3/26/2017 4:57:00 PM

Thank you, Janis, and I cannot but agree with you! Best regards // paul

Phil Capitano

Date: 3/19/2017 8:13:00 PM

I trust in Plan B not in god; just me but as a Buddhist this is Plan A. Great Poem though Paul, good luck.

Paul Callus
Date: 3/26/2017 4:31:00 PM

We are all free to choose our ways of reasoning and believing, Phil. May we all find the right paths to eternal happiness. Thank you for reading, commenting and liking. Regards // paul

Omojewve Emmanuel Brown

Date: 3/13/2017 1:33:00 PM

This is great. Plan "B" without trusting God is fruitless and time wasted. Paul, your pen is thoughtful. Best poem!

Paul Callus
Date: 3/13/2017 4:35:00 PM

I agree with you, and I appreciate your feedback, Omojewve. Thank you for reading. Regards // paul

Pashang Salehi

Date: 3/7/2017 6:50:00 PM

Wow.. this is great. Genetically speaking we are all immortal .... According to Chemistry and Lavoisier our particles existed from the beginning. Something to think about. I really enjoyed this poem. Thank you Paul.

Paul Callus
Date: 3/8/2017 3:19:00 PM

Thank you for your learned contribution, Pashang. Yes, it is worth thinking about! I'm pleased you found this sonnet to your liking. Regards // paul

Joanna Daniel

Date: 3/7/2017 9:32:00 AM

I agree with your beautiful poem, Paul, people believe in so many plan B's, but find it hard to trust the eternal true God, a 7:)

Paul Callus
Date: 3/7/2017 11:04:00 AM

You hit the nail on the head, Jo! Thank you for the insightful comments, and the high rating:) God bless...paul

Caycay Jennings

Date: 3/3/2017 8:52:00 PM

Truly a well-done, thought provoking Italian Sonnet, Paul. You put much thought into the pen on this one and made it smooth to the reader. An impressive poem. Good luck in all things ... CayCay

Paul Callus
Date: 3/4/2017 9:06:00 AM

Thank you for the lovely feedback, CayCay. And you are right, it was somewhat time consuming. Regards and have a nice weekend. // paul

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 3/3/2017 12:57:00 PM

- A wonderful poem, Paul - ( .... abba abba and cdcdcd rhyme ... is a language from another planet to me :) - Good luck in the contest - Lovely weekend :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Paul Callus
Date: 3/4/2017 7:33:00 AM

Thank you, Anne-Lise.....enjoyed your pleasant banter:) May you too have a lovely weekend! Hugs // paul

Judy Ball

Date: 3/3/2017 3:33:00 AM

Paul this is not only beautifully worded and wonderfully balanced it is so very well done. Clever and imaginative and love the pic. It's great to hear from you again. Sorry it took so long to get back to you . Been off line for a few days. Thanks so much for your kind words on my poem. God Bless, JB

Paul Callus
Date: 3/3/2017 12:16:00 PM

Don't worry, Judy; we all lead a busy life and time gets consumed so quickly! Thank you for this lovely feedback. Blessings...and have a lovely weekend. // paul

David Meade

Date: 3/2/2017 9:47:00 PM

I am always amazed at your technical skill in all of these in all of these various format -- but what is even more impressive is the imaginary that explodes from the words and rhymes! Well done dear Paul -- you done it again!

Paul Callus
Date: 3/3/2017 12:07:00 PM

Thank you for the visit and your generosity, David. Your words are a fount of encouragement! Wishing you all the best, my friend. // paul

Emile Pinet

Date: 3/2/2017 5:42:00 PM

The imagery that is presented carries the essence of the statement the author is making, and it is a powerful one. Your words speak with a introspective voice supplying the catalyst that sparks further thought. Emile.

Paul Callus
Date: 3/3/2017 11:47:00 AM

It's always a pleasure reading your feedback, Emile...but I'm sure you heard me say that before:) Thank you for your encouragement and support, my friend. // paul

Becca Teagan

Date: 3/2/2017 12:00:00 PM

This is lovely.. my favorite verse, "then fragile straws are clutched for all they’re worth" ... yes.. and all the false beliefs give false hope... This poem provides a perfect message for everyone looking for the answer. Very nice, Paul, and a fav for me.

Paul Callus
Date: 3/3/2017 11:33:00 AM

I am pleased that you like it, Becca, and even more so to have you posting again! Thank you for the insightful feedback and your generous fave:) Regards // paul

Eileen Manassian

Date: 3/2/2017 8:06:00 AM

Much to ponder, dear. I believer immortality is gifted to the believers at the second coming of Christ. How does one get this eternal life? "Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life." I John 5: 12 Many may think that is a simplistic view, but it's what I believe. I have missed you, dear one.

Paul Callus
Date: 3/3/2017 11:20:00 AM

Hi Eileen:) The subject of immortality is in itself never-ending! Your beliefs shall bring you life eternal! You, too have been missed; lovely to have you back, my dear friend. Hugs // paul

Ravi Sathasivam

Date: 3/2/2017 12:56:00 AM

Excellent. Penned with philosophy notes. love to read it. Thanks for sharing it.

Paul Callus
Date: 3/3/2017 10:54:00 AM

Hi Ravi, so pleased to have you stopping by; hope you're keeping well, my friend! Thank you for reading and liking. Regards // paul

Arthur Vaso

Date: 3/1/2017 9:44:00 PM

Paul this is superb! A philosophy course inside a poem! :)

Paul Callus
Date: 3/3/2017 10:34:00 AM

Hi Arthur...I just had a crash course...Aristotle, Confucius, Descartes, and some other philosophers attended :) Thanks and regards // paul

Eve Roper

Date: 3/1/2017 6:22:00 PM

Seeking immortal life would be nice if the body was young to enjoy with full energy instead of age and slowness... good luck dear friend

Paul Callus
Date: 3/3/2017 10:29:00 AM

Immortal life on earth is but a dream, but it is possible in an afterlife. Thank you for your contribution, dear Eve. Hugs // paul

J. Amorose

Date: 3/1/2017 5:07:00 PM

Looking at this, I know I've got competition. A seven for you! ~Blue (PS - Check mine out if you'd like!)

Paul Callus
Date: 3/2/2017 1:35:00 PM

Thank you, Blue. I've checked out a couple of your poems...much impressed! Regards // paul