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shivering dewdrops yearn for warmth naïve innocence -------------------------- Contest: Magicicada 13 Sponsor: Maureen McGreavy 20th June, 2018

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Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 2/5/2019 12:22:00 PM

Hi Paul, You wrote this last June, I joined poetry soup last August, have just come upon this write, you master whatever you pen with charm and elegance Paul. Well done. Poetry hugs, Jennifer.

Paul Callus
Date: 2/6/2019 1:28:00 PM

You are too kind, Jenny:) Thank you for your lovely comments and much appreciated support. Warm regards & hugs // paul

Vladislav Raven

Date: 10/27/2018 9:03:00 AM

Hi Paul, back to nature, this is such a beautiful write my friend. I love the content of this one. Your creativity just keeps singing. Your words paint nature's joys. This one i could just read over and over. This beauty has to be a fave. Have a wonderful Saturday. Your friend always....Mike.

Paul Callus
Date: 10/27/2018 3:57:00 PM

Your kindness and generosity are much appreciated, my friend. Thank you! Best regards // paul

Agnes Krampe

Date: 7/10/2018 3:13:00 PM

This is clever, Paul. I can take this literally (they will vaporize) or figuratively.

Paul Callus
Date: 7/10/2018 3:45:00 PM

You are spot on, Agnes:) Thank you for stopping by. Regards // paul

Besma Riabi Dziri

Date: 7/8/2018 4:57:00 PM

A gripping imagery of nature seeking "warmth" and life to blossom and grow! Sweet and short masterfully crafted write.. enjoyed reading! My best regards Paul.. stay safe and blessed always.

Paul Callus
Date: 7/9/2018 1:44:00 PM

Thank you for the insightful comments, Besma. Glad you enjoyed. Best regards and blessings to you, too. // paul

Maria Williams

Date: 7/8/2018 8:52:00 AM

Your dew kissed floral tribute is a true joy. Just lovely Paul....Maria hugs

Paul Callus
Date: 7/9/2018 1:45:00 PM

Delighted by your lovely feedback, Maria! Thank you! Regards & Hugs // paul

Chris Hagy

Date: 7/5/2018 3:00:00 PM

You do short and sweet so well Paul :) I love the color of that flower too :) have a good one :) (posted a tiny write myself today)

Paul Callus
Date: 7/6/2018 3:23:00 AM

Thank you, Chris. I will go see what you have on offer:) Warm regards // paul

Jan Allison

Date: 6/24/2018 4:26:00 PM

so few words say so much , we both got n/a Paul - I am shocked to see this little gem didn't place:-( hugs Jan xx

Paul Callus
Date: 7/9/2018 2:56:00 PM

We can console each other, Jan:) I did expect yours to place, too, but we get used to such outcomes!! Hugs // paul

Rajat Kanti Chakrabarty

Date: 6/24/2018 12:50:00 PM

Superb Paul. Much appreciated. Regards.

Paul Callus
Date: 7/9/2018 2:53:00 PM

Pleased that you enjoyed it, Rajat...thank you. Regards // paul

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 6/23/2018 8:24:00 AM

It is a real art to communicate in such few words. You are an artist.

Paul Callus
Date: 7/9/2018 2:52:00 PM

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

Judy Ball

Date: 6/23/2018 8:16:00 AM

Lovely Paul The picture really makes the poem. As they say a picture speaks a thousand words. This is beautifully done. God Bless, JB My surgeries are all done now and am finally back. So far no more headaches and am seeing much better. Thanks for your support.

Paul Callus
Date: 7/9/2018 2:49:00 PM

Thank you, Judy; your feedback is appreciated. It's always great to be back after a sojourn, especially when one has gained benefits from it. Regards & blessings // paul

Susan Ashley

Date: 6/21/2018 1:50:00 PM

Oh Paul, such a brilliant and tender write expressed beautifully and delicately with shimmering imagery, a gem of a last line and a perfect title to crown your masterfully written poem. Best wishes for a win but, of course, it's already a win with me!! Warmest wishes and hugs my wonderfully poetic friend.. ~Susan

Paul Callus
Date: 7/9/2018 2:38:00 PM

Your insightful generous comments are indeed a delight to read, Susan...thank you, my friend. Pls excuse the very late reply...still playing at catching up! ~ Warm regards // paul

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 6/20/2018 10:39:00 PM

This is stellar Paul! Best of luck in the contest. : )

Paul Callus
Date: 7/9/2018 1:59:00 PM

'Stellar' is more than I deserve, Connie...but I love it:) Thank you, my friend. Warm regards // paul

Pashang Salehi

Date: 6/20/2018 6:44:00 PM

Aren't we all...

Paul Callus
Date: 7/5/2018 9:56:00 AM

Pleased to see you around, Pashang! Regards // paul

Vijay Pandit

Date: 6/20/2018 4:47:00 PM

Moments well captured..excellent poetry..best for a win, Paul.

Paul Callus
Date: 7/5/2018 9:56:00 AM

Thank you for the support and encouragement, Vijay! Regards // paul

Charlie Smith

Date: 6/20/2018 3:19:00 PM

An innocent cry, so quiet most times. Well done Paul...

Paul Callus
Date: 7/5/2018 9:55:00 AM

Thank you for your feedback, Charlie. Regards // paul

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 6/20/2018 3:01:00 PM

Ah, that warmth can be hard to find. At least two meanings come to mind. Brilliant, Paul! Hugs, Carolyn

Paul Callus
Date: 7/5/2018 9:47:00 AM

Thank you for your complimentary remarks, Carolyn. Excuse the late reply...still trying to catch up after computer problems. Hugs // paul

Lyric Man

Date: 6/20/2018 3:01:00 PM

Paul.. I know that this isn't telling you anything new: Your incredible gifting as a writer is picking the perfect word to convey your deep meaning (and sometimes your double meaning)! Here, in this poem, is a perfect example of what you do as well as any writer I've read!

Paul Callus
Date: 7/5/2018 9:44:00 AM

Thank you for your generous remarks, my friend. You are, as ever, a source of encouragement. Best regards // paul

Ilene Bauer

Date: 6/20/2018 2:51:00 PM

very nice one, paul! best of luck in the contest...

Paul Callus
Date: 7/3/2018 4:30:00 PM

Thank you, Ilene; unfortunately luck wasn't on my side...failed to reach the finals! Regards // paul

Tom Cunningham

Date: 6/20/2018 2:44:00 PM

Lovely image Paul, hopefully sunrise will come soon. Good luck. Tom

Paul Callus
Date: 7/3/2018 4:30:00 PM

Thank you for reading and liking, Tom. All the best // paul

Nette Onclaud

Date: 6/20/2018 2:20:00 PM

paul, love the imagery and word choices... fine work from your quill!...huggs

Paul Callus
Date: 7/3/2018 4:29:00 PM

Thank you, Nette. Your visits are always a source of encouragement:) Hugs // paul

Silent One

Date: 6/20/2018 2:08:00 PM

Very clever.. I think Mo will love this one.. You are a master of the short form..

Paul Callus
Date: 7/3/2018 4:26:00 PM

Thank you, and excuse the late reply, S1; have been haunted by computer problems. Glad you liked it. Regards // paul