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To the wild overgrown garden of my age crammed mind I keep returning, thirsting for the nectar of neglected nights, when moonlight shone in vain, searching for scattered words among the shadows of silence urging myself to catch a whiff of her fragrant sensual scent where distant memories linger dripping from dew laden boughs. Clinging to false illusionary hope I sift through densely mingled weeds with wrinkled trembling hands… frenzied feeble efforts, as aridness suffocates the last breaths of existence. -------------------------------------------- [Pub. PS: It’s Poetry: An anthology of contemporary poetry from around the world 2020] Contest: Where Bumbles Bounce Sponsor: Craig Cornish Placed 3rd © 15th September 2019

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Unseeking Seeker

Date: 3/21/2022 11:40:00 PM

So happy to. Come across this deep, soulful write

Line Gauthier

Date: 1/27/2021 4:41:00 PM

Bravo, Paul ~ I was so happy to find this awesome poem published in the 2020 PS Anthology ~

Paul Callus
Date: 3/1/2021 2:50:00 PM

Thank you Line. I thought I had answered your comment, but there is nothing to prove me right!! Thank you for reading, my friend. Goodnight // paul

Angela Crabtree

Date: 11/26/2020 3:11:00 PM

A beautiful write, Paul. A lot of emotion here :)

Paul Callus
Date: 11/27/2020 11:42:00 AM

Thank you, Angela. Regards // paul

Probir Gupta

Date: 10/8/2020 6:37:00 AM

Beautiful, Paul ... the last stanza is so deep ... congratulations on the podium finish ...

Paul Callus
Date: 10/8/2020 8:38:00 AM

Thank you for the lovely comments & congrats, Probir. Best regards // paul

Anil Deo

Date: 12/19/2019 12:19:00 AM

"nectar of neglected nights," and NOW ON I will always recall Paul gave me, "Bumble Bees that Bounce" and remind us, we have many bounces left yet! Paul, do not be glued to Protestant work ethics. Overgrown weeds are great for Nature. That's how it began ... then we got humanly wise. And so neat & "clean". Sorry I go on. shalom

Paul Callus
Date: 12/19/2019 11:33:00 AM

I do not mind you going on, my friend:) I always look forward to your comments. Thank you for visiting. Regards & Peace // paul

Sandra Adams

Date: 10/3/2019 4:48:00 PM

beautiful write, congratulations on your win :)

Paul Callus
Date: 10/7/2019 4:36:00 PM

Thank you, Sandra:) Enjoy the week ahead! Regards // paul

Constance La France

Date: 10/3/2019 4:46:00 PM

Paul congratulations on your win with this terrific poem!

Paul Callus
Date: 10/7/2019 4:02:00 PM

Thank you, Constance. Best regards // paul

Jack Horne

Date: 9/24/2019 11:50:00 AM

beautifully written, as always, my friend - love this

Paul Callus
Date: 9/25/2019 5:22:00 AM

Thank you, Jack. Your support is truly appreciated, my friend. Regards // paul

Brandy Nicole

Date: 9/21/2019 10:13:00 PM

"I sift through densely mingled weeds" Perhaps in the "age crammed mind" It certainly is possible. So many moments and emotions weave through your words. Beautiful and tender, all at the same time. ~ Brandy

Paul Callus
Date: 9/25/2019 5:20:00 AM

Yours is meaningful and lovely feedback, Brandy! A pleasure to have you stopping by with words of encouragement. ~ Warm regards // paul

Susan Ashley

Date: 9/20/2019 3:47:00 PM

Your brilliant artistry shines in this dark and affecting metaphorical beauty, Paul. Such a deeply emotional piece that moves me to my core. Your originality and creativity knows no bounds, my inspiring friend. Best wishes for a win and warmest wishes and hugs for you always.. ~Susan

Paul Callus
Date: 9/25/2019 5:17:00 AM

Thank you so very much, Susan. I, too, am moved by your lovely and complimentary critique; I can assure you that it is much appreciated, my friend. ~ Warm regards and hugs // paul

Akham Nilabirdhwaja Singh

Date: 9/19/2019 12:38:00 AM

Excellent !

Paul Callus
Date: 9/20/2019 2:38:00 PM

Thank you so much, Akham. Regards // paul

Rhoda Tripp

Date: 9/17/2019 6:26:00 PM

Magnificent!

Paul Callus
Date: 9/20/2019 2:39:00 PM

Magnificent is more than I merit, Rhoda...thank you! Have a lovely weekend. Regards // paul

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 9/17/2019 3:13:00 PM

An amazing write Paul - your poem has an intense effect on the reader as he or she journeys with you through your wild overgrown garden of an age crammed mind - I think it will definitely be awarded a win and a 1st placing in this contest, Warm regards, and hugs, Jennifer.

Paul Callus
Date: 9/20/2019 2:58:00 PM

Thank you, Jenny; your comments and faith in this poem are much appreciated. Warm regards & hugs // paul

Judy Ball

Date: 9/16/2019 5:39:00 PM

A sad and deeply touching piece. Lots of emotion. Well Done. Good luck in the contest. God Bless, JB

Paul Callus
Date: 9/20/2019 2:10:00 PM

Thank you Judy. Blessings to you, too. Regards // paul

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 9/16/2019 1:32:00 AM

I love this and wish you well with it. Blessings

Paul Callus
Date: 9/20/2019 2:59:00 PM

I'm pleased you like it, Regina,,,thank you. Regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 9/15/2019 6:32:00 PM

wow!!!! You sure gave originality in this challenge. I bet it scores HIGH!!! love it, Paul.

Paul Callus
Date: 9/20/2019 3:01:00 PM

That is exactly what I was thinking when i read your entry, Andrea!! Thank you! Best regards // paul

Kelly Deschler

Date: 9/15/2019 5:41:00 PM

The use of personification works to great effect in this poem ... An excellent piece Paul! ... Good luck in the contest!

Paul Callus
Date: 9/20/2019 3:06:00 PM

Thank you for your complimentary comments, Kelly. Have a lovely weekend. // paul

Ilene Bauer

Date: 9/15/2019 4:31:00 PM

beautifully written, paul, and very poignant. best of luck in the contest...

Paul Callus
Date: 9/20/2019 3:07:00 PM

Thank you for reading and liking, Ilene. Best regards // paul

Silent One

Date: 9/15/2019 2:54:00 PM

Wow.. this is a dark and sad take on the contest... You really created vivid imagery here.

Paul Callus
Date: 9/20/2019 3:09:00 PM

Your wow and feedback are appreciated, S-1...thank you. Regards // paul

Vijay Pandit

Date: 9/15/2019 2:08:00 PM

I hear the melancholy tone..excellent imagery...and dialogue of emotions.

Paul Callus
Date: 9/20/2019 3:14:00 PM

Your insightful feedback is truly appreciated, Vijay. thank you. Regards // paul

Arturo Michael

Date: 9/15/2019 1:51:00 PM

No time to waste... shift through those mingled weeds until the last breath of existence...Nice one

Paul Callus
Date: 9/20/2019 3:13:00 PM

Glad you found it to your liking, Arturo...thank you! Regards // paul

David Mohn

Date: 9/15/2019 1:41:00 PM

How original and thoughtful Paul...I really like your take on this contest :)

Paul Callus
Date: 9/20/2019 3:12:00 PM

Thank you, David. Your Villanelle is also worthy of mention, and I expect it to place in the contest. Regards // paul