Paul Callus Poet Sijo

Temple of Life

I tease the fragrant petals off deep red roses fresh in bloom

And strew them with gentle care on virgin matrimonial sheets

Where I shall lay with loving hands my blushing bride tonight.


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Author: Paul Callus ~ 4th May 2014
Contest: SIJO IN A TEMPLE
Sponsor: Nette Onclaud
Placing: 3rd

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Susan Ashley April 1, 2018 at 9:17 PM Such an exquisite and impassioned poem, Paul. Your vivid imagery delicately supports the tender and amorous emotions conveyed in your brilliant write. Warmest wishes my romantic friend. ~Susan Paul Callus April 2, 2018 at 2:56 PM Thank you dear Susan. You never fail to encourage with your awesome comments and support. I also notice how supportive you are to other writers, too. ~ Warm regards, my friend. // paul

Julia Ward March 24, 2015 at 9:27 AM Mmm... very nice, and the virgin bride is excited but nervous as she thinks about the night to come... The groom seems Xtra eager as he goes off into the rose garden, she thinks. ;) // Hugs, Julia, xx Paul Callus March 24, 2015 at 5:48 PM He wants to make sure that red rose petals will be ideal for a blushing bride! I am sure they both look forward to their special day. Hugs // paul

Timothy Hicks October 22, 2014 at 11:53 AM Tender and delicate. Another winner! I enjoy the tender care you've woven into this. Great work! Paul Callus October 22, 2014 at 1:17 PM I welcome your visit and lovely comments, Timothy; pleased that you found this poem to your liking. // paul

Robert Nehls August 1, 2014 at 8:12 AM Beautiful and gentle, Paul. Very nice image of the first night. Touched my heart, my friend.... Robert. Paul Callus August 1, 2014 at 8:32 AM Thank you Robert.....glad you noticed the 'gentle' feel that was meant to be transmitted through this write. The first night is meant to be something special. Have a nice day. // paul

Pandita Sietesantos June 8, 2014 at 10:19 AM So beautifully written, Paul, with great imagery. Love it! Paul Callus June 9, 2014 at 3:39 PM Many thanks, Pandita! So glad you were 'touched' by my poem. cu around. // paul

Lena Emp May 23, 2014 at 12:44 AM A works of hand for the one you love. This is so sweet. Paul Callus May 23, 2014 at 6:22 AM Thank you Lena, both for stopping by and commenting. cu // paul

Farhana Akter May 21, 2014 at 7:05 PM Good one Paul Callus May 22, 2014 at 2:20 PM Thank you Farhana for stopping by. // paul

Andrea Dietrich May 15, 2014 at 9:43 PM THIS was one of my favorites. a Belated congrats to you on your win. Paul Callus May 16, 2014 at 11:55 AM Hi Andrea....how lovely of you to return with congrats:) thanks a lot. // paul

Poet Destroyer A May 13, 2014 at 1:27 PM PAUL , Congratulations, in NETTE's, "SIJO IN A TEMPLE " awesome contest. <3 Love * LINDA Paul Callus May 13, 2014 at 2:03 PM OHHH! Another of my favourites stopping by! Welcome and thank you Linda :)

Nette Onclaud May 13, 2014 at 12:33 PM a lovingly crafted poem caressing the senses,paul... my pleasure to give you a glory trophy in my contest.. congrats and huggs Paul Callus May 13, 2014 at 1:09 PM Thank you Nette:) Very pleased to be on the winner's podium! I will treasure the glory trophy...a memory of one of my favourite writers. /x/ paul

Dr. Upma A. Sharma May 13, 2014 at 8:06 AM Really a wonderful write Paul ! No match for the flow of thoughts n the pen ! Congrats on a great win! Paul Callus May 13, 2014 at 9:46 AM Hi Dr Upma! I so appreciate the lovely comments that you leave with your every welcome visit;) thank you! [enjoyed your winning sijo, too.] // paul

Michael Dom May 13, 2014 at 2:50 AM Paul, this is a very passionate write. I like. Thanks twice over for your visit to my sijo. Paul Callus May 13, 2014 at 9:42 AM Thanks for stopping by, Michael. Glad you too enjoyed this sijo. cu // paul

Ivor Kos May 12, 2014 at 10:35 PM Congratulations on the win, Paul. The other Siljo "Entrapped Poetry" is awesome as well! Thanks for felicitating (congratulating) me on my last win. Paul Callus May 13, 2014 at 9:40 AM Thank you Ivo. Glad you liked both sijos. cu around. // paul

Dr.Ram Mehta May 12, 2014 at 9:04 PM Impressive imagery..Congratulations on the win, Paul Paul Callus May 13, 2014 at 9:37 AM Many thanks DR. congrats on your win, too.

Olive Eloisa Guillermo - Fraser May 12, 2014 at 3:34 PM TEA for a treat dearie Paul... :)!!! CONGRATULATIONS.. :D! hep! hep! heeeep!! horrrray!! \\\:D /// Paul Callus May 12, 2014 at 4:05 PM A big thank you to you Olive_eloi :) Tea will do (and maybe a homemade muffin!). cu later. // paul

Lisa Lee May 12, 2014 at 2:07 PM Very intimate, Awesome job, Paul! Congratulations, on your win! Paul Callus May 12, 2014 at 4:03 PM Thank you Lisa! your comments lift me up!!!! paul

David Williams May 9, 2014 at 12:11 PM Paul an excellent write...David Paul Callus May 9, 2014 at 12:24 PM Many thanks, David. glad you like it! // paul

Ana Espinola Collins May 8, 2014 at 8:19 PM That was so sweet Paul. I loved it :) Ana Paul Callus May 9, 2014 at 2:51 AM Good morning Ana; thank you for visiting and I am so glad you loved this sijo; always welcome to stop by:) // paul

Cindy Cayton May 8, 2014 at 3:50 PM Oh, this is excellent. This is the first time I have read you. I'll be back though I am not on my PC much.. God Bless, Cindy Paul Callus May 8, 2014 at 4:29 PM Thank you Cindy.....both for stopping by and for the lovely, honest comments. Have been on some of your posts, and I am most impressed:) cu // paul

Anne-Lise Andresen May 6, 2014 at 11:46 AM - Good luck with this beautiful poem in  Nettes contest!   - Words Are Not Enough - Malta Song 2010 Final eurovision feast eurovision party - A beautiful song and you have really written it - AMAZING PAUL!! - Yes, I've seen the vidio - you impress me greatly!! - (I am just a small "mosquito" .... and you a very talented poet!!) - oxox // Anne-Lise :) Anne-Lise Andresen May 6, 2014 at 12:31 PM - 3 rd place : BRAVO!! - Visit Norway, Paul .... it's expensive to live in Norway, but a beautiful country. - oxox // Anne-Lise :) Paul Callus May 6, 2014 at 12:21 PM Thank you so very much Anne Lise :) Glad you liked the poem and the song. "Words Are Not Enough" was classified in 3rd place; unfortunately I missed going to Norway for the final proper!! No, you are NOT a small mosquito; you rock in your own special ways!:)) /xx/ paul

Richard Lamoureux May 5, 2014 at 7:57 PM This is sexy! Paul Callus May 6, 2014 at 8:41 AM Thank you Richard! Tried as much as possible to keep it on a loving and romantic level. cu // paul

Sam Toil May 5, 2014 at 1:11 PM Paul, your words echo across the world from your home in Malta to my home in USA. It brings back the memories, so many years ago, of my wedding night and of my precious bride that night. Thank you for the reflection. Peace...Sam Paul Callus May 5, 2014 at 3:08 PM Glad it brought you pleasant memories, Sam. Thanks to internet, we can pass on our thoughts so quickly and efficiently to all parts of the world! cu // paul

Jack Ellison May 5, 2014 at 10:38 AM Very eloquent my dear Paul! Kudos! Paul Callus May 5, 2014 at 10:55 AM Thank you Jack; glad to have you visiting! // paul

Jack Horne May 5, 2014 at 10:03 AM beautiful write here, Paul Paul Callus May 5, 2014 at 11:09 AM Glad you like it Jack...and thanks for stopping by. // paul

Nette Onclaud May 5, 2014 at 7:19 AM thank you, paul.. huggs! Paul Callus May 5, 2014 at 7:39 AM Wow! What a welcome visit! Thank you Nette :) // paul

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