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When the Moon is Full

They met beside the water’s edge
Drawn by the sound of lapping waves
Beneath the gaze of the full moon
Attraction blossomed into love.
But jealous fate split them apart
When out at sea a raging storm
Capsized his boat; no one survived.
But love like theirs could never die…
Twelve times a year she calls his name
Beside the sea where they first met
His words are borne upon a breeze
Her hair caressed; his presence felt…
This time her heart cannot endure
The absence of his form, his touch
She prays to God to bring him back
The veil between them falls away
Once more he pulls her in to him
As fingers trace her tear stained face
His lips claim hers in ardent kiss
She thanks her God for this sweet gift
His breath, his scent, what joy is this?
But when she opens up her eyes
She is alone on windswept beach	
Beneath the gaze of the full moon. 

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*A Callman Collaboration Paul Callus & Eileen Ghali

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Eileen Manassian July 21, 2024 at 4:37 PM Where are you, dear Paul. I have been checking periodically to see if you've written something new. I hope all is well. Paul Callus July 25, 2024 at 2:56 PM Hi dear friend Eileen; hope by now you have received my soup mail. Hugs & goodnight // paul

Valsa George June 15, 2024 at 9:30 AM Indeed a great collaboration, dear Paul. Very romantic and evocative. The alignment of longing and sorrow has found beautiful expression in this poem. The romance under the full moon and the twist of fate give a dream like quality to the whole poem! Though a reverie, it is rendered so real that I feel an eerie pain in my heart! Paul Callus June 20, 2024 at 2:18 PM Your feedback is truly lovely and touching dear Valsa. Thank you for stopping by. ~ Best regards // paul

Susan Ashley June 1, 2024 at 6:18 PM Dear Paul, when two golden pens, like yours and Eileen's, spill tragic ink together upon the page one can't help but feel the passion and pain of lost love in a visceral way. I was especially struck by the repetition of "Beneath the gaze of the full moon" and its touching association to the heartbreaking verse "Twelve times a year she calls his name" - so subtle yet so potent.. so poignant! A seamless collaboration, you've both captured the bitter beauty of sorrow and yearning where one's reminiscence can feel so real. Warmest wishes and hugs my inspiring friend.. ~Susan Paul Callus June 2, 2024 at 2:14 AM Your lovely, insightful feedback is a pleasure to read, dear Susan. Thank you for not only reading, but also for becoming a 'part' of this same collaboration. ~ Warm regards & Hugs my friend. // paul

Richard Lamoureux May 30, 2024 at 5:24 AM Two stellar talents. What a pleasure to read. Paul Callus May 30, 2024 at 8:49 AM Thank you Richard; glad you enjoyed. Eileen and I were born to write together :) Regards // paul

Paula Goldsmith May 2, 2024 at 9:05 AM I enjoyed reading your lovely write. Great Picture... Have a wonderful blessed day............... Paul Callus May 3, 2024 at 10:14 AM Thank you, Paula; glad you enjoyed. Regards & Blessings // paul

I Am Anaya April 24, 2024 at 9:45 AM love's born, passion burns, storms engage, lost love's painful longing. All in this masterpiece. again we...blame it on the moon! Riveting collaboration, Paul hugs~Anaya Paul Callus April 25, 2024 at 10:19 AM Thank you for the feedback, Anaya. Yes, "we blame it on the moon" :) ... I just read your enjoyable, striking poem on that theme. ~ Regards & Hugs // paul

Maria Williams April 24, 2024 at 4:30 AM I missed this beauty three days ago when I visited. What a lovely collaboration between you and Eileen, dear Paul. Gripping from beginning to end. Though sad, at least her memories came to life, if only for a little while. Bravo you two...Hugs Paul Callus April 25, 2024 at 10:44 AM Thank you dear Maria; it's always a pleasure to hear what you have to say. Glad you enjoyed (...same as I did when reading your latest offering about the well travelled road!) ~ Regards and hugs // paul

S.Zaynab Kamoonpuri April 21, 2024 at 2:20 AM Wow an enchanting fantasy love poem so magical with moonlit poetic charm and allure. Beautifully romantic. Kudos! >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>><<<<<<<<<<<<<<^^^^^^^^*> Plz also read and comment my newest poem too Paul Callus April 22, 2024 at 2:26 PM Thank you for reading, liking and commenting, Zaynab. Pleased to see you posting on Soup again. // paul

Charlotte Puddifoot April 16, 2024 at 3:53 AM this is a very good seamless collab from the two of you, poignantly romantic, just lovely...thanks for your visit to my page :) Paul Callus April 16, 2024 at 12:36 PM Thank you Charlotte. It had been a while since our paths crossed! It was a pleasure reading your poems again! Regards // paul

Suzanne Delaney April 15, 2024 at 5:56 PM A beautiful collab between two talented poets. Nice to see the poetic talents of you both uniting in a written song of love. Best, SuZ Paul Callus April 16, 2024 at 3:04 PM Thank you for the lovely comments dear Suz. It was such a pleasant surprise having you visit today :) Hope you are keeping well, my friend. ~ Best regards // paul

Arthur Vaso April 13, 2024 at 1:04 AM I was like, ummm I am sure I read this, then I had to laugh at myself, Great poem you two!!!! ( yes I read under Eileen spost) Paul Callus April 13, 2024 at 1:15 AM Thank you Arthur...and ummm, that happens to me quite often, but I have old age excuse to fall back on :) Yes, Eileen & I still collaborate, though life priorities don't leave us much time... Regards // paul

Brandy Nicole April 12, 2024 at 6:06 PM ' She is alone on windswept beach, ' longing to be with him again. So tender and emotional. You and Eileen have created a masterpiece. Moments within caress softly around me and my heart. Many wonderful blessings to you, Paul. Hugs, Brandy Paul Callus April 13, 2024 at 3:08 AM A pleasure to read your "tender caress" feedback, Brandy. Thank you a lovely visit, my friend. Blessings and hugs // paul

Mystic Rose Rose April 12, 2024 at 4:39 PM Oh Boy this is romance at its best, way to go you two ! Paul Callus April 13, 2024 at 3:05 AM Thank you for stopping by, Vienna. Have a lovely weekend :) /x/ paul

Lisa Ricci April 12, 2024 at 8:03 AM Good Morning Paul. Hello. Congratulations to both poets on such an entry that defines poetry in expression and emotion. Truly. It was a pleasure turning to your page and collaboration entry. May this day find you well. Have a wonderful day and weekend too. Peace and Blessings always (smile) Paul Callus April 12, 2024 at 1:03 PM Thank you Lisa! Your lovely and pleasant comments are truly appreciated. Blessings & Happy weekend, my friend. :) // paul

Vijay Pandit April 11, 2024 at 7:39 AM A beautiful verse of love and longing--much enjoyed the splendor of your ink in this collaboration. Love echoes from every line! Paul Callus April 11, 2024 at 11:12 AM Thank you Vijay; longing takes love to a higher level! ~ Regards, my friend // paul

Karen Jones April 11, 2024 at 7:02 AM Wow an awesome collaboration full of beautiful imagery and romantic angst! Paul Callus April 11, 2024 at 11:10 AM Glad you enjoyed, Karen. Thank you for the lovely feedback. ~ Best regards // paul

Eileen Manassian April 10, 2024 at 4:58 AM Dear Paul...Hope Callman will one day be the name on a book of poetry. :) I love collabing with you, and even if it's only a dream, I'll print out all of our poems and make a scarpbook of my own. Hope all is well. Thank you for your kind remarks on my rejected poem. It still smarts, but you eased the pain. Richard Lamoureux May 30, 2024 at 5:26 AM Rejected poem? Paul Callus April 11, 2024 at 11:21 AM Callman is already reaping rewards, Eileen! It is certainly a pleasurable collaboration of love! Time permitting, the dream of a book is always a possibility :) Thank you for mixing ink with mine. Hugs // paul

Alexis Y. April 7, 2024 at 8:49 PM Hi Paul, I just well written write on Eileen's page. You to write so well together. I am a fan of you both. This romantic write has passion, and sadness. What an amazing love story told by two outstanding writes. Excellent job-Alexis Paul Callus April 8, 2024 at 2:15 PM Your comments bring much satisfaction, Alexis...thank you for your generosity and kindness. I am so pleased that you like both mine and Eileen's cowritten work. ~ Best regards // paul

Jan Allison April 4, 2024 at 12:51 PM such a touching piece Paul the lines flow together so seamlessly. I know how much you enjoy collaborating with Eileen - she has always been so supportive to me in my writing endeavours especially in my early days on soup. So glad to see you posting again too:-) hugs Jan xx Paul Callus April 5, 2024 at 1:52 PM Thank you for this lovely feedback, Jan. Eileen and I have collaborated several times, and we both know what we want and how to get there. It is awesome when 2 people enjoy the same wavelengths. Goodnight & hugs my friend // paul

Ink Empress April 4, 2024 at 12:10 PM What a poignant write this is dear paul, its so good to see you post, and i love the way youv painted imagery with your collaborative partner, and how both of your lines flow in such a captivating cadence, they go very well together: and yes true love never dies. But fate too sometimes envy love thats deeper that the ocean too. I love the picture too that youv used here. Pleasure reading this. Sending you light. A fave this is for me Paul Callus April 5, 2024 at 1:57 PM Thank you for the insightful comments, dear Empress! It's a pleasure reading them, and I am in no doubt that Eileen will echo my words. The fav is also much appreciated. Regards and happy weekend // paul

Paula Goldsmith April 4, 2024 at 9:05 AM What a lovely write/collaboration with a great picture. A Fav for me... Have a blessed day writing away........ Paul Callus April 4, 2024 at 11:44 AM Thank you for reading, liking and commenting, Paula....and, of course, the fav is most appreciated!! Regards & blessings, my friend // paul

Gary Radice April 4, 2024 at 8:15 AM These are wonderfully regular metered lines that come together to paint a scene that beautifully captures an emotional moment in a poignant story of lost love. My compliments to you both on such a fine collaboration. Cheers - Gary Paul Callus April 4, 2024 at 11:30 AM Thank you for all points mentioned, Gary. I am sure Eileen too will be pleased with your lovely feedback. ~ Best regards // paul