River--By Paul Callus--Malta

River

Heart throbbing, euphoric,

like a giant slalom skier

the river gushes down

winding its reckless way

round obstacles and blind corners

unawed by imposing mountains

till it finally comes to the end

of its dizzy, breathless run

where the shimmering ocean waits

with eager yet patient anticipation.

Paul Callus is a Maltese author who writes both in Maltese and English. He has contributed to several anthologies. Apart from poetry he writes lyrics for songs and has published two books, one a story book aimed at children (related to his experience as a teacher) and a historical book based on research.