Paul Callus Poet Sonnet

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Placed 1st in Contest 540 Hosted by Brian Strand in Jan 2019.

Lighthouse Poetry Contest Sponsored by Eve Roper Placed joint first POTD on 24th Dec 2018 © 22nd December 2018.

Note: This is a poem dear to me, as the title would suggest, so receiving a POTD award undoubtedly brought added satisfaction.

To My Granddaughter

I look and ponder, watch you grow in haste
Explore with wonder, new experience taste
No fear encountered as you learn the ropes 
Your sails adjusting, full with winds of hope.

But there are moments when the seeds of doubt
Without much warning spread and start to sprout 
Then you need guidance, words which shed some light  
Advice and promptings which once more excite.

I weigh my options when the waves rise high,
Stay in the background, tactful, on standby,
Not interfering, yet with cautious eye
Give needed help should threats intensify. 

I am a lighthouse built on sound terrain 
In times of darkness, you won’t call in vain.

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This poem has been published in a PoetrySoup Anthology:
“Radiant Verses” Nov 2024	 (print) 
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Placed 1st in Contest 540 Hosted by Brian Strand in Jan 2019.
 
Lighthouse Poetry Contest Sponsored by Eve Roper Placed joint first POTD on 24th Dec 2018 © 22nd December 2018.
 
Note: This is a poem dear to me, as the title would suggest, so receiving a POTD award undoubtedly brought added satisfaction.

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thriveni c mysore November 25, 2024 at 11:30 PM Congratulations dear poet. So happy to read you in 'Radiant verses' . 'I am a lighthouse'-indeed you are for inspiration and refreshing poetry. Cheers. Paul Callus November 26, 2024 at 7:23 AM Thank you Thriveni. Your complimentary remarks are truly appreciated. (I ordered 'Radiant verses' as soon as it was published, but am still waiting for it) Regards // paul

Angela Crabtree December 15, 2020 at 4:57 PM This is a magnificent write, Paul. At times I think of my grandparents. More so during the holidays. I miss them :) Paul Callus December 16, 2020 at 3:12 AM Thank you so much, Angela. Even at my age, I still miss my grandparents; I have so many special memories of them! ~ Regards // paul

Anisha Dutta November 19, 2019 at 12:35 AM So NICE. As a Grandmother of a little angel, I can feel the strong emotion. CONGRATS Paul on your POTD Honor. The poem deserves repeated read. Regards. Paul Callus November 23, 2019 at 4:32 PM Awww .. how lovely to have these lovely visits by grandmothers in quick succession:) Thank you for your lovely comments and congrats, Anisha. Regards // paul

Ilene Bauer November 19, 2019 at 12:10 AM This is a perfect metaphor for a lighthouse, Paul, and a beautiful poem. As a grandmother myself, I can totally relate to it. A pleasure to read! Paul Callus November 23, 2019 at 4:29 PM Thank you, Ilene. I am sure you find much satisfaction in being a grandmother! Regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich July 10, 2019 at 3:11 PM this one has so many comments on it, I wonder if I am among them, but it seems like one I have not read before. I see you got success in a contest with it, so congrats on a deserved win with this thoughtful poem to a granddaughter. Paul Callus July 10, 2019 at 3:30 PM Thank you, Andrea. I'm sorry I give you a hard time searching for poems which might have eluded you! I hope that one of these days Soup Adm will find a solution to save us precious time!! ~ Best regards // paul

Richard Lamoureux May 3, 2019 at 8:37 AM Thanks Paul. It’s a great chance to show appreciation for great poetry without excluding people. Paul Callus May 3, 2019 at 1:44 PM I agree. Other contests for newcomers would also make sense; gives them a chance to 'advertise' their wares! Regards // paul

Connie Marcum Wong April 28, 2019 at 6:05 AM I remember reading this beauty a couple of times Paul. It is definitely worth a third read. Congratulations on your success with it and with your win this contest. xxoo Paul Callus April 28, 2019 at 3:27 PM Many thanks, Connie; your sincere support is much appreciated. Hope you've been enjoying the weekend. Regards // paul

Sandra Haight April 27, 2019 at 6:14 PM Such words of wisdom in your beautiful, wonderfully expressed Sonnet, Paul! I can relate so well, having three granddaughters (now mature young women), and watching them grow up. A belated congrats on your POTD honor, previous placements and now your podium placement in Richard's contest! Sandra Paul Callus April 28, 2019 at 4:09 AM Thank you for a most pleasant visit and for the insightful comments and congrats, Sandra. Having 3 mature granddaughters is certainly something to be proud of! ~ Regards // paul

Richard Lamoureux April 25, 2019 at 9:33 AM So glad you entered my contest so that I read this piece. Congrats on your win Paul. Paul Callus April 25, 2019 at 9:50 AM Thank you, Richard. I think your contest, or something similar to it, ought to be emulated by other sponsors; a better chance for beautiful poetry to receive due recognition. ~ Best regards // paul

Edlynn Nau April 15, 2019 at 10:18 AM Loved this sonnet and thought how much I’d love someone in my life to be a lighthouse like this. Allowing me my own choices and giving me the ability to live a good life but acting as a safety net and beacon so I’d know where I was going. You have been writing in ever so many genres while I’ve been gone. Amazing growth. I hope to try more too if I ever get to one back more consistently. Love seeing all your contest entries. Great! fun! Paul Callus April 15, 2019 at 3:14 PM Thank you for the lovely and insightful comments, Edlynn. I noticed that you not only came back, but you also brought your muse along with you! Looks like she is eager to make up for lost time:) ~ Regards // paul

Debbie Duncan March 8, 2019 at 10:11 PM Nicely done with your first place :) Paul Callus March 9, 2019 at 9:53 AM Thank you, Debbie. Best regards // paul

Jack Horne February 21, 2019 at 11:58 AM this is so touching & beautiful - & a great sonnet too. I'm not surprised it won the contest! Paul Callus February 21, 2019 at 1:36 PM Thank you on all counts, Jack. Best regards // paul

John Fleming January 17, 2019 at 2:28 PM Had me wondering what is was all about...until the last couple of lines that is. Clever how you brought it all together - nicely finished! My very best regards to you, Paul...and here is hoping you have a rewarding and fruitful New Year also. Cheers! :) john Paul Callus January 17, 2019 at 4:19 PM Thank you for your honest feedback, John. I hope that both the new year and your muse have been treating you well:) Best regards // paul

Connie Marcum Wong January 14, 2019 at 10:28 AM This wonderful poem deserves to be at the top of the best new poems list Paul! Congratulations! : ) xxoo Paul Callus January 14, 2019 at 10:48 AM Thank you, Connie. It was a pleasant surprise to find it at the top of the list! Regards // paul

Jan Allison January 13, 2019 at 6:45 PM delighted to see you at the top of best new poems. congrats to you Paul i am sure Valentina is thrilled with your success:-) hugs Jan xx Paul Callus January 14, 2019 at 10:19 AM Thank you, Jan. Valentina likes everything her nannu does, and yes, she is proud to have inspired this poem!:) Hugs // paul

Vijay Pandit January 13, 2019 at 9:29 AM You look great at the #1 spot on best poem chart..congrats Paul. Paul Callus January 14, 2019 at 7:40 AM I had nor realized, Vijay! Thank you for bringing me good news:) Regards // paul

L. J. Carber January 13, 2019 at 7:04 AM Congrats Paul- I love the final couplet! Paul Callus January 13, 2019 at 8:39 AM Pleased that you enjoyed, L.J. Thank you and regards // paul

Greg Gaul January 12, 2019 at 6:28 PM Measured and wise words to the grands. Well done, Paul. This is the time to send wisdom of your years to those you care about. Knowing when to speak may be the wisest thing of all. Namaste. Paul Callus January 13, 2019 at 8:38 AM Thank you for liking, and for the wise comments, Greg. Regards // paul

Wren Rushing January 12, 2019 at 3:45 PM Congratulations Paul on your win! Paul Callus January 12, 2019 at 3:47 PM Thank you, Wren. Enjoyed your winning entry, too. Regards // paul

Vijay Pandit January 12, 2019 at 3:31 PM I am so glad to see this poem win the honors it deserves. Congrats Paul on your first place in Brian’s contest. Regards. Paul Callus January 12, 2019 at 3:41 PM Thank you, Vijay; you did very well yourself...pleased to share honours with you! Regards // paul

Heidi Sands January 12, 2019 at 3:30 PM Congratulations for your win in Brian's contest Paul! :) Paul Callus January 12, 2019 at 3:40 PM Thank you, Heidi. Pleased to see you standing on the same podium as myself :) Regards // paul

Gary Smith January 12, 2019 at 2:17 PM Lovely sonnet Paul. congrats. :) Paul Callus January 12, 2019 at 3:07 PM Thank you, Gary. Best regards // paul

Carolyn Devonshire January 12, 2019 at 12:30 PM Another win for this outstanding sonnet, which I remember so well. Congratulations on your win in Brian's contest! Best wishes, Carolyn Paul Callus January 12, 2019 at 3:07 PM Thank you for coming back with congratulations, Carolyn. I just made it to the contest and ended on the winners' list! Hugs // paul

Vera Duggan January 11, 2019 at 10:45 PM Now this is my favourite style, I am in love with sonnets and this one is beautiful such a lot of advise for our granddaughters, just letting them know we are here for them, so well written Paul, loved it Take care.......Vera Paul Callus January 12, 2019 at 9:09 AM Thank you, Vera...such a pleasure to have you stopping by! Take care and enjoy the weekend. // paul

David Byrne January 11, 2019 at 12:22 AM Keep that light shining :) Paul Callus January 11, 2019 at 9:41 AM Thank you, David :) Regards // paul

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