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The Manipulator

riding artificial waves – he exploits her alternating moods 


 For Monoku Contest sponsored by Silent One.
 Placed 2nd

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Angela Crabtree

Date: 11/16/2020 2:45:00 PM

Perfectly penned in just a few words. You are a master at writing these, Paul :)

Paul Callus
Date: 11/17/2020 5:23:00 AM

Thank you, Angela. I have taken a liking to short Japanese poetry forms; quite challenging. Regards // paul

Timothy Hicks

Date: 4/30/2020 8:35:00 PM

The manipulator is an intriguing personality ... what causes one to constantly dream up ways of maneuvering people like pawns on a chess board. Some sort of strange thrill, or is it in their DNA? Your poem makes me ponder...

Paul Callus
Date: 5/1/2020 4:38:00 PM

I'm pleased I got your mind working, Timothy ... and thank you for stopping by once again! Regards // paul

Eileen Manassian

Date: 3/27/2020 3:15:00 PM

This is so true, dear. What inspiration moved you to write it.

Paul Callus
Date: 3/29/2020 5:21:00 AM

I watch and try to understand people, my friend! ~ Thank you for stopping by. Hugs // paul

Phyllis Babcock

Date: 1/23/2020 2:49:00 PM

Nice one Paul. Well describes the manipulator. love phyl

Paul Callus
Date: 1/24/2020 2:19:00 PM

Thank you once again for your consecutive visits today, Phyllis...much appreciated! Hugs // paul

Kai Michael Neumann

Date: 1/18/2020 8:33:00 AM

Wow. A puppeteer ...

Paul Callus
Date: 1/18/2020 4:49:00 PM

Than you for your reaction, Kai :) Regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 1/3/2020 5:54:00 PM

Forgot to congratulate you on a great win, Paul. Waiting for a new one from you!!

Paul Callus
Date: 1/7/2020 6:08:00 AM

Thank you, Andrea :) Have a lovely day. Regards // paul

Alexis Y.

Date: 12/31/2019 10:58:00 AM

WoW! Paul, This was so well done. Congratulations on your fine win. Happy New Year to you and your family. Have a great day:-) Alexis

Paul Callus
Date: 1/1/2020 4:53:00 AM

Thank you on all counts, Alexis! May you and your loved ones have a new year filled with joy, good health and love:) // paul

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 12/30/2019 12:15:00 PM

Imaginative Monoku that requires seamanship to write dearest, Paul! Congratulations! It pays to live in a maritime country! Happy New Year!

Paul Callus
Date: 1/1/2020 5:02:00 AM

Thank you, Demi. Malta started off the new year with sunshine:) Wishing you all the best for 2020! // paul

MD Johnson

Date: 12/28/2019 7:37:00 PM

Congratulations! This one was my favorite.

Paul Callus
Date: 1/1/2020 5:08:00 AM

You are too kind, MD...thank you! Regards // paul

Krish Radhakrishna

Date: 12/28/2019 3:12:00 AM

Congratulations. You are a master of the shorter version!

Paul Callus
Date: 1/1/2020 5:10:00 AM

Thank you for your generosity, Krish:) All the best. // paul

Anil Deo

Date: 12/27/2019 5:24:00 PM

well done. (Sadly, there is many like he and she out there, LORD have mercy) shalom, shalom Happy 202 Friend

Paul Callus
Date: 1/1/2020 5:15:00 AM

Thank you for stopping by, Anil. May the New Year bring you good health, love and peace! // paul

Charles Messina

Date: 12/27/2019 4:33:00 PM

Good one, Paul. Congrats on your placement. Regards

Paul Callus
Date: 1/1/2020 5:26:00 AM

Pleased you liked it, Charles; thank you & regards // paul

Eve Roper

Date: 12/27/2019 2:18:00 PM

Paul, congratulations on your win. Hugs Eve

Paul Callus
Date: 1/1/2020 5:31:00 AM

Thank you my friend Eve. All the best to you:) Hugs // paul

Line Gauthier

Date: 12/27/2019 2:05:00 PM

Bravo to the guy who has mastered that fine art. Congrats on your podium finish, Paul.

Paul Callus
Date: 1/1/2020 7:57:00 AM

Thank you so much, Line...you are too kind. Best regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 12/27/2019 1:28:00 PM

Really cool one, Paul. May you enjoy good health in the new year.

Paul Callus
Date: 1/1/2020 7:59:00 AM

Glad you like it, Andrea. Hope you are keeping well, now and all through the new year! Warm regards // paul

Kai Michael Neumann

Date: 12/27/2019 12:51:00 PM

Wow. And riding alternating moods - he exploits her artificial moods. Kind wishes, Kai

Paul Callus
Date: 1/1/2020 8:10:00 AM

Thank you, Kai. Best wishes to you, too...happy new year! // paul

Besma Riabi Dziri

Date: 12/27/2019 10:10:00 AM

You are surfing an ocean of words.. knowing how to handle their depths and wealth.. reaching skilfully a wide range of meaning and in beauty you display your work to your avid readers "The Manipulator"! A captivating Monoku! Always a great pleasure to read your wonderful poetry, Paul.. My warmest wishes and regards. Blessings to you.

Paul Callus
Date: 1/1/2020 8:33:00 AM

Thank you ever so much, Besma. Your meaningful feedback is one I always look forward to. It is also my pleasure to read your poetry. Warm regards and blessings ~ paul