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The Serial Killer

The Serial Killer (Duplex) Daily he waits for night to come and then, shrouded in pitch darkness or pale moonlight, he goes in search of prey striking swiftly without mercy. His needs appeased, the great horned owl puts his conscience to rest. Remorse? He does not give a hoot. - - - - - - - - - Duplex form: 2 syllables each line 'I Got a Darn NA Again' Contest Sponsored by Luloo (June 2019) Placed 1st

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Pandita Sietesantos

Date: 7/4/2019 8:09:00 AM

Oh wow, Paul, what a very clever, well-written poem! I am glad that you got a second chance to showcase it and for it to receive the kudos it deserves! Congratulations on your top placement! Hugs. Pandita

Paul Callus
Date: 7/5/2019 6:22:00 AM

Many thanks, Pandita. A pleasure to have you stopping by. have a lovely weekend. Hugs // paul

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 7/4/2019 12:16:00 AM

I enjoyed this Paul, especially your humorous ending. I am glad this got a second chance to be appreciated! Congratulations on your first placement! xxoo : )

Paul Callus
Date: 7/4/2019 2:20:00 AM

Thank you, Connie. In life everybody deserves a second chance...such as your India poem which also placed first. ~ Warm regards // paul

Marquis Mc Mills-Cooper

Date: 5/4/2018 11:08:00 AM

I like love the serial killer label given to the horned owl...a bird of prey LOL! Nice verse Paul, I like this one! MC

Paul Callus
Date: 5/4/2018 12:05:00 PM

And I like your complimentary words, Marquis:) Pleased to have you back. I bet life has been hectic and exciting! Regards // paul

Susan Ashley

Date: 12/2/2017 11:49:00 AM

Ohh, I love owls! What a dramatic and fascinating write Paul. Again, I thought one thing going in and came out with quite another thought... you're a pro my friend :) You absolutely caught me with your twist at the end and I loved every word of this exquisite poem. Warmest wishes to you always.. ~Susan

Paul Callus
Date: 12/3/2017 6:03:00 AM

Thank you so much, Susan. The first part of the poem that came to mind was the final part, then I worked in reverse...often happens to me! Glad the twist achieved the required result. ~ Warm regards // paul

Eileen Manassian

Date: 8/30/2017 1:54:00 AM

HA HA...I did not expect this one at all! I was wondering about a possible dark side to you, but I see...you're all gold. Hugs

Paul Callus
Date: 8/30/2017 8:17:00 AM

Thank you, Eileen....lovely comments and an equally lovely avatar to go with them:) Hugs // paul

Probir Gupta

Date: 8/24/2017 11:07:00 PM

Enjoyable serial killer ... Loved it ... By the way, thanks for liking my Lark Tanka ...

Paul Callus
Date: 8/25/2017 9:00:00 AM

Thank you, Probir. Best regards // paul

Arthur Vaso

Date: 8/22/2017 2:38:00 AM

Oh my, loved this! :)

Paul Callus
Date: 8/22/2017 8:51:00 AM

Thank you, Arthur. Best regards // paul

Lynn Marie

Date: 8/19/2017 5:52:00 PM

A clever write using a most underrated and fun word... 'hoot'! Terrific, Paul:)

Paul Callus
Date: 8/20/2017 4:20:00 AM

Many thanks, Lynn. Have a nice day:) Regards // paul

Supraja Kannan

Date: 8/15/2017 11:01:00 PM

What a lovely twist! Wise write Paul... I enjoyed itt...

Paul Callus
Date: 8/16/2017 10:03:00 AM

Thank you...I'm pleased you enjoyed it, Supraja. Warm regards // paul

Afolabi Muideen

Date: 8/14/2017 6:28:00 AM

Lol! Thanks for sharing joyous read.

Paul Callus
Date: 8/14/2017 11:34:00 AM

Thank you for reading, Afolabi. Best regards // paul

Freddie Robinson Jr.

Date: 8/12/2017 3:57:00 PM

A real thriller of a poem, Paul. Nice misdirection, and an even better ending. Cool night write. Love and peace.

Paul Callus
Date: 8/12/2017 4:21:00 PM

You easily grasp the main points of my poem, Freddie:) Thank you! Regards // paul

Joanna Daniel

Date: 8/12/2017 10:27:00 AM

Ha ha, I like the twist and your play with words, Paul:) a big thumbs up:)

Paul Callus
Date: 8/12/2017 4:13:00 PM

Thank you for the thumbs up, Jo:) Regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 8/11/2017 8:29:00 PM

hahahaha. you had me going there until the end. GREAT work.

Paul Callus
Date: 8/12/2017 3:15:00 AM

Thank you with a smile, Andrea:) Enjoy the weekend! Regards // paul

Ravi Sathasivam

Date: 8/11/2017 11:00:00 AM

Excellent. Very well done my friend. Enjoyed reading it

Paul Callus
Date: 8/11/2017 4:19:00 PM

Thank you, Ravi; your visit is appreciated, my friend. Regards // paul

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 8/11/2017 5:57:00 AM

Something haunting the way your short-line verse hugs the line. Very nicely done, Paul!

Paul Callus
Date: 8/11/2017 4:06:00 PM

Thank you, Kim. Have a nice weekend:) Regards // paul

Anne Rutherford

Date: 8/10/2017 6:54:00 PM

Very well done Paul, superb ending.

Paul Callus
Date: 8/11/2017 4:05:00 PM

Glad you enjoyed it, Anne; thank you. // Regards ~ paul

Ralph Sergi

Date: 8/10/2017 4:39:00 PM

Great write and a great challenge,Paul. My deepest compliments!

Paul Callus
Date: 8/11/2017 2:06:00 AM

Many thanks to you, Ralph. Regards // paul

Joseph May

Date: 8/10/2017 10:47:00 AM

"He does not give a hoot"....a very clever ending line Paul...Nicely penned..

Paul Callus
Date: 8/10/2017 11:25:00 AM

Thank you, Joseph; your comments are appreciated. Regards // paul

Pashang Salehi

Date: 8/9/2017 1:38:00 AM

Very nice story... I enjoyed it...

Paul Callus
Date: 8/9/2017 3:31:00 AM

So pleased you enjoyed it, Pashang...thank you. Regards // paul

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 8/8/2017 1:19:00 PM

So funny about a serious subject, but it works Paul! I use that terminology (hoot) often. Is this for a contest? I enjoyed. Just getting up here. Wishing you a good night! : )

Paul Callus
Date: 8/11/2017 1:41:00 AM

Oh...forgot to answer your question; no, it's not for a contest, I'm trying to stay away from them! ~ paul

Paul Callus
Date: 8/9/2017 3:30:00 AM

Thank you for your feedback, Connie. Alas, these very hot nights are starting to take their toll on me (and many others)! Looking forward to lower temperatures and the first autumnal rain! I hope you have had a calm and relaxed sleep...not one of those nights mentioned in your latest poem!! Regards // paul

Sneha Rv

Date: 8/8/2017 11:52:00 AM

Haha this is fantastic!! Such a fun form. This reminded me of Sherlock but then again, everything does :)

Paul Callus
Date: 8/9/2017 3:05:00 AM

Pleased to see you enjoying yourself, Sneha:) Also pleased to have you back writing and commenting. Regards // paul

Nette Onclaud

Date: 8/8/2017 11:37:00 AM

your wit shines as i giggle till the ending, paul... you are soo funny; enjoyed this... huggs

Paul Callus
Date: 8/9/2017 3:03:00 AM

I'm glad my wit rubbed off on you, Nette:) Thank you for the pleasant comments. Hugs // paul

M. L. Kiser

Date: 8/8/2017 6:57:00 AM

Luv'it...It reminds me of an owl experience I had at the college; to look up and see a huge owl in the tree that is towering over one, is amazing.

Paul Callus
Date: 8/9/2017 3:00:00 AM

Thank you, ML. You were lucky to experience a close encounter with an owl...many people have never seen one for real. Regards // paul

Maria Williams

Date: 8/8/2017 6:24:00 AM

Reminds me of Mac the Knife, and in the end he doesn't give a hoot. I love the twist at the end. Did not see that coming. Great duplex Paul....Maria PS What type of songs do you write?

Paul Callus
Date: 8/9/2017 2:58:00 AM

Thank you, Maria. That twist caught even me by surprise:) I only write lyrics for songs (mostly in English and Maltese); usually I write and adept myself to prewritten varying genres of melodies/music. Regards // paul

Agnes Krampe

Date: 8/7/2017 5:59:00 PM

Nice duplex, and I love the twist at the end :)

Paul Callus
Date: 8/8/2017 2:16:00 AM

So pleased you liked it, Agnes; thank you for stopping by. Regards // paul