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The days when women stayed at home and worked From dawn to night, Played roles of Model Wives She Hankered For respect But was shown none; Instead in silence suffered his abuse. -------------------------------------- Picture 2 Double Tetractys poetry 6 Contest 10, 4, 3, 2, 1 - 1, 2, 3, 4, 10 syls. Sponsored by Eve Roper Placed 2nd 1st December 2020

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Paghunda Zahid

Date: 5/5/2021 12:59:00 PM

So true... Still happening in some families... A great and powerful write Paul

Paul Callus
Date: 5/23/2021 7:36:00 AM

Thank you Paghunda. Pls excuse the late reply...catching up with limited success :) Best regards // paul

Eileen Manassian

Date: 12/12/2020 10:19:00 PM

:( Sad...but true. Powerful write, dear. I hope all is well with you and the wonderful women in your family. Give them my love.

Paul Callus
Date: 12/13/2020 6:57:00 AM

Thank you, Eileen. I just passed on your love to the ladies :) ...they send theirs tenfold. Hugs // paul

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 12/9/2020 10:19:00 AM

What a shame - in some countries throughout the world, women are still second class citizens. Great poem Paul and congratulations on your fine win. Warm regards and hugs, Jennifer.

Paul Callus
Date: 12/12/2020 6:31:00 AM

Thank you, Jenny. Although giant steps forward have been made, there is still a lot to be done. ~ Warm regards & hugs // paul

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 12/7/2020 1:42:00 PM

Thanks for your secret but I will likely just keep wearing wrinkled clothes! I don't even have time for ironing and in America, I think hardly anyone does it anymore. Back with my congrats, Paul, and I hope to see new poems from you soon.

Paul Callus
Date: 12/8/2020 8:50:00 AM

:) Well, many clothes are drip-dry, so....Also, if you leave some cocoa and cookies on a plate, you might attract elves who'll reciprocate by doing your ironing! Thank you for visiting. I think you might be lucky; posted one yesterday :) Regards // paul

Linda Alice Fowler

Date: 12/7/2020 8:30:00 AM

Congratulations on the win Paul! Linda

Paul Callus
Date: 12/8/2020 8:57:00 AM

Thank you, Linda. All the best // paul

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 12/7/2020 3:19:00 AM

- Congratulations on your beautiful win, Paul :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Paul Callus
Date: 12/8/2020 9:08:00 AM

Thank you, Anne-Lise:) Regards & Hugs // paul

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 12/6/2020 2:52:00 PM

Congratulations on your win. Boy how things have changed. Our work still is never done. Not all changes are for the good. Enjoy your win with blessings.........

Paul Callus
Date: 12/8/2020 9:13:00 AM

Thank you, Paula. I agree...not all changes are for the good, and a woman's work that's never done will always apply:) Regards & blessings // paul

Jack Horne

Date: 12/6/2020 12:20:00 PM

such a powerful write here, my friend, with so much said in so few lines

Paul Callus
Date: 12/8/2020 9:26:00 AM

Thank you, Jack. Best regards // paul

Sam Kauffman

Date: 12/6/2020 10:32:00 AM

Powerful, heart wrenching and eloquent words Paul! To suffer in silence was a reality. Congratulations on your win!

Paul Callus
Date: 12/8/2020 9:29:00 AM

Your insightful comments and congrats are appreciated, Sam...thank you. Regards // paul

Jan Allison

Date: 12/5/2020 4:38:00 PM

so powerfully penned Paul:-( many congrats on your win:-) hugs jan xx

Paul Callus
Date: 12/8/2020 9:02:00 AM

Thank you, Jan. Regards to all. Hugs // paul

Susan Ashley

Date: 12/5/2020 10:53:00 AM

Dear Paul, your heartbreaking poem expresses a sad reality of how a subjugated woman's life can be. Your last gripping line pierces my heart, such is the poignant power of your gifted pen. Congratulations for your wonderful win in Eve's contest. Warmest wishes and hugs always, my inspiring friend.. ~Susan

Paul Callus
Date: 12/8/2020 9:33:00 AM

Thank you, Susan. Listening to your insightful feedback makes me realize how beneficial it can be to share our thoughts with others. ~ Warm regards & Hugs, my friend. // paul

Joanna Feltham

Date: 12/5/2020 12:53:00 AM

Sounds like a truly awful life. I'm happy to be a woman in these times. Congratulations on your winning placement.

Paul Callus
Date: 12/5/2020 5:19:00 AM

Thank you for visiting and commenting, Joanna. Pleased to make your acquaintance:) Regards // paul

Eve Roper

Date: 12/4/2020 10:45:00 PM

Congratulations on your winning placement, Paul. So very true, a lot of women did not get the respected they were owed. Thank you for participating in the contest. Hugs Eve

Paul Callus
Date: 12/5/2020 5:11:00 AM

Thank you, Eve. It was my pleasure taking part :) Hugs // paul

Angela Crabtree

Date: 12/3/2020 5:23:00 PM

A great poem, Paul. Women have came a long way :)

Paul Callus
Date: 12/4/2020 12:50:00 PM

They certainly have Angela! Thank you for reading. Regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 12/3/2020 1:31:00 PM

so what is the knack, paul? I have even tried doing it with the clothes a little wet!!

Paul Callus
Date: 12/3/2020 3:34:00 PM

The secret is to originally start ironing with one of those heavy metal irons which you had to heat on a stove:) .. and never concentrate hard on what you're doing..think of something else, and in no time at all you'll realize that your work is done! :) :)

Alexis Y.

Date: 12/3/2020 10:25:00 AM

Hi Paul, This is a good take on the contest theme. The chosen photo inspired you to write about a time when women were treated like slaves in a way. Abuse of any kind is wrong. Best wishes in the contest. I hope you had a safe and good Thanks Giving with your loved ones. Have a great day my friend- Alexis

Paul Callus
Date: 12/3/2020 1:27:00 PM

Thank you for your valid contribution to this topic, Alexis. Abuse cannot be condoned. I hope you enjoyed Thanksgiving :) Warm regards // paul

Besma Riabi Dziri

Date: 12/1/2020 11:44:00 PM

A whole story of a long period where hearts and minds of both men and women are filled with ideas, prejudices, stereotypes that badly marked humanity.. It is so harsh, painful and degrading when a human being is reduced to nothing.. not even a cherished object! Great display of great worth! In a few expressive words you have presented a lot of the state of woman who was denied the worth to be treated like a human being.. I'm so happy to read your profound and wonderful poetry, Paul. Best regards

Paul Callus
Date: 12/3/2020 1:24:00 PM

Your feedback is always sincere, meaningful and a pleasure to read, Besma. It is a reflection of your beautiful character. Thank you. ~ Warm regards & Blessings // paul

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 12/1/2020 4:40:00 PM

yes, seeing this poor woman ironing made me feel blue. You captured its essence all right. when I try to iron, I can't even get wrinkles out. I have no clue how my mom was able to do it, yet I cannot.

Paul Callus
Date: 12/3/2020 1:01:00 PM

You need the knack for it, Andrea :) My mum taught all us siblings how to cook, wash and iron. She used to say that if we ever ended on our own, we'd have no problem coping! ~ Regards // paul

Ilene Bauer

Date: 12/1/2020 4:14:00 PM

very powerful, paul! good luck in the contest...

Paul Callus
Date: 12/3/2020 2:29:00 AM

Thank you, Ilene. Best regards // paul

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 12/1/2020 3:06:00 PM

So sad... glad it's not that way today... and I hope not every man was abusive back then - I know my grandpas weren't for sure. Enjoyed your words, friend. God bless you with a win

Paul Callus
Date: 12/3/2020 12:54:00 PM

There were/are many good men around, Gina:) Thank you for reading and commenting. Regards & Blessings // paul

Silent One

Date: 12/1/2020 12:58:00 PM

Very true and times have changed in most parts in the world but not all. Sad how the world is still so patriarchal.

Paul Callus
Date: 12/3/2020 6:15:00 AM

Yes, times have changed, but mentality persists. Some countries resist change at all costs. ~ Regards // paul

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 12/1/2020 12:39:00 PM

Hello Paul, yes some women still suffer the abuse of their husbands. So sad but true. enjoy your day my friend. Regards Darlene

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 12/3/2020 10:49:00 AM

hello Paul, Yes I know that not all husbands are abusive. There are a lot of good husbands out there. Regards Darlene

Paul Callus
Date: 12/3/2020 6:13:00 AM

Thank you for your contribution, Darlene. I want to make it clear that not all husbands were abusive...far from it! Best regards // paul