Words and Action

Pray for potatoes, but pick up a hoe
Make a commitment and reap what you sow.


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Rhyming Couplet #3 Poetry Contest
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© 16th October 2021
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Date: 12/12/2021 5:24:00 PM
Such a meaningful write in few words. Sow seeds, be prepared to work hard to bring up the crop and get ready for the harvest ! So cleverly said.. ....Paul
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Date: 12/2/2021 6:28:00 PM
Marvelous and dances with significance, Paul. Best wishes, Panagiota
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Paul Callus
Date: 12/3/2021 12:36:00 PM
Thank you, Pangie. Your visit and lovely comments are appreciated. Stay focused on getting better, my friend. ~ Regards // paul
Date: 11/15/2021 2:25:00 PM
A fine rhyme with words of wisdom that will stick in your head. Good job. A winner in my book. God Bless, JB
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Paul Callus
Date: 11/16/2021 1:48:00 PM
Thank you for your generous comments, Judy. ~ Regards & Blessings // paul
Date: 11/5/2021 6:54:00 AM
Good Morning Paul - Yes you have an impact statement here loud and clear with truth. I will let your words and message stand because they do. Thank you for sharing with us. Have a wonderful day.
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Paul Callus
Date: 11/14/2021 11:44:00 AM
Your words are always positive and a source of encouragement, Lisa. It is a pleasure to share words with you. ~ Warm regards // paul
Date: 10/26/2021 6:08:00 PM
A mission statement, Paul, simple yet very clever. A Fav.
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Paul Callus
Date: 11/14/2021 11:35:00 AM
Thank you, my friend...both comments and fav are appreciated. Hope you are keeping well. Regards // paul
Date: 10/26/2021 8:21:00 AM
Hi Paul…..I’ve just discovered your poems and I have to say you write so beautifully…..gifted! Debx
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Paul Callus
Date: 11/13/2021 1:27:00 PM
I am humbled by your lovely and kind comments, Deb...thank you so much! ~ Warm regards // paul
Date: 10/24/2021 7:30:00 AM
Love this Paul. A fave for me. Words of wisdom told in rhyme. Excellent. Good luck in the contest. God Bless, JB
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Date: 11/14/2021 11:29:00 AM
Thank you for the lovely comments and the fav, Judy...much appreciated. Warm regards // paul
Date: 10/17/2021 4:27:00 PM
wonderful, paul! best of luck in the contest...
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Paul Callus
Date: 11/13/2021 3:27:00 PM
Thank you Ilene. Have a lovely weekend. // paul
Date: 10/17/2021 12:00:00 PM
Few words with much said. You told a story in 2 lines. Have a blessed autumn day writing away.................
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Date: 10/17/2021 5:59:00 AM
Your message resonates with me Paul. A meaningful write. All the best.
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Paul Callus
Date: 11/13/2021 1:54:00 PM
Thank you so much, Vijay. Best regards, my friend // paul
Date: 10/16/2021 7:55:00 PM
Dear Paul, your exceptional pen spills with faith and wisdom in the most wonderful way. Your eloquence never fails you, nor me, my inspiring friend. I hope all is well. Warmest wishes and hugs.. ~Susan
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Date: 10/16/2021 5:25:00 PM
An excellent couplet Paul, no hoe, no potato… Belle
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Date: 10/24/2021 7:30:00 AM
Pleased you enjoyed, Belle...thank you and regards // paul
Date: 10/16/2021 4:38:00 PM
Cool! I like it :)
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Paul Callus
Date: 10/24/2021 7:30:00 AM
Thank you, Ed. Regards // paul
Date: 10/16/2021 4:30:00 PM
good one Paul:-) hugs Jan xx
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Paul Callus
Date: 10/24/2021 7:30:00 AM
Thank you, Jan. Regards & Hugs // paul
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