Paul Callus Poet Free verse

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'The Lonely Weed' Contest hosted by Craig Cornish ~ March 2026

Placed 1st

The Lonely Weed

In a bleak and desolate
Barren landscape
She quietly thrives 
In isolation, embracing
The benefits of solitude
Resilient in challenging
Moments of adversity,
Her mind freely wanders
Unfettered by pressures
And unwelcome demands
Pleasantly surprised
By lullabies of showers 
And twittering birds…
But when twilight fades into
The hushed silence of night
Doubts reveal insecurities
As loneliness creeps in
Stealthily … shrouded
In shadows of vulnerability.

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Andrea Dietrich April 26, 2026 at 12:05 PM Wow I see you got a first place. Wonderful metaphorical description. Congrats Paul Callus May 5, 2026 at 9:33 AM Thank you for reading and positively commenting, Andrea :) Best regards // paul

Karen Croft March 29, 2026 at 10:48 AM Congratulations on your placement Paul Callus March 29, 2026 at 12:24 PM Thank you so much, Karen; pleased to have you stopping by. Regards // paul

Nette Onclaud March 26, 2026 at 11:45 AM your language--a potent mix of strength and vunerabily-- aptly expresses a weed's dual nature...i'm honored to share this top spot with you, paul...sweet congrats! Paul Callus March 28, 2026 at 4:17 AM Thank you for the lovely feedback, dear Nette. Sharing top spot with you is the cherry on the cake :) Happy weekend // paul

Rob Carmack March 25, 2026 at 2:20 PM Well done Paul and congrats. Paul Callus March 28, 2026 at 4:14 AM Thank you and best regards, Rob. // paul

CayCay Godwin March 24, 2026 at 5:25 PM Oh my, this is good. I can see why it placed 1st, your skills shine in this poem. Paul Callus March 28, 2026 at 4:07 AM Thank you so much, dear CayCay. Even you presence and delightful comments light my page. ~Regards // paul

Deb M March 19, 2026 at 6:55 AM I never thought l would feel a little sadness for a weed but l did! Haha …Good write Paul! Debx Paul Callus March 19, 2026 at 3:01 PM I don't blame you for feeling sorry for this weed, Deb! After all many of us could be compared to one or more 'weeds'. Thank you for your pleasant visit. Best regards // paul

Karen Jones March 19, 2026 at 5:15 AM A great use of the prompt for the contest! Enjoyed and best wishes. Paul Callus March 19, 2026 at 2:11 PM Thank you so much, Karen. Best wishes to you, too :) // paul

Valsa George March 17, 2026 at 11:58 PM The weed though lonely and insecure has her moments of joy when she hears the rain's lullaby or the twittering of birds. Well done dear friend. Paul Callus March 19, 2026 at 4:34 AM Thank you, Valsa. Fortunately life is not all doom & gloom! ~ Hope you're keeping well, my friend. Regards // paul

Paula Goldsmith March 17, 2026 at 2:43 PM I enjoyed reading your wonderful "The Lonely Weed" write Many pretty flowers are really weeds. That is so sad. "Good Luck" I also did this fun contest. Have a great day writing away............ Paul Callus March 19, 2026 at 4:17 AM Thank you for the feedback, Paula. Unfortunately not all weeds are treated the same :( Best regards // paul

Tom Cunningham March 17, 2026 at 1:38 PM They certainly get a bad press,many are as pretty as flowers. Hope you're keeping well Paul. Good luck in the contest. Tom Paul Callus March 19, 2026 at 4:06 AM Thank you for stopping by, Tom. I'm coping well with life, though at times it can get too hectic! Best regards // paul

Beryl Edmonds March 17, 2026 at 12:24 PM A lovely read about ‘The Lonely Weed’ Paul… Beryl Paul Callus March 19, 2026 at 3:58 AM Thank you Beryl. I enjoyed your 'Lonely Weed' offering! Best regards // paul