Tuesday, June 12, 2018

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.

17 comments:

  1. Dear Paul,

    I love the imagery in your poem. Thanks for your contribution.

    Best wishes,
    Inge

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    1. Many thanks, Inge; so pleased you enjoyed it. Best regards ~ paul

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  2. love this, Paul - feel like I'm right there, looking at this river

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    1. Thank you for reading and commenting, Jack. Hope you're keeping well. Regards // paul

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  3. Paul,
    A great poem. I enjoyed reading this a lot!
    Yours truly,
    David Fox

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    1. Your pleasure is my pleasure, David...Thank you! Regards // paul

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  4. Really enjoyed this, thanks for sharing!

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    1. I am so glad you found it to your liking, Peggy. Thank you. ~ Regards // paul

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  5. Very good read Paul,
    Thanks for posting
    Knight Writer

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    1. Hello Yancy! Thank you for stopping by with encouraging comments. Regards // paul

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    2. I always like your poetry Paul. It makes me think
      Knight writer

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    3. Thank you for your encouraging support, Yancy. Regards paul

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    4. A sure thing Paul, blessings to you
      Knight Writer

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  6. Hi Paul. As usual, you have shared with us another beautiful poem. I enjoyed it. Continued blessings!

    -MJ
    (www.creativeinspirationspp.blogspot.com)

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    1. Thank you very much, Maurice. It's my pleasure to have you stopping by. Blessings // paul

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  7. Paul,you find the beauty so well hidden from the eyes of most people and you buff it up so that it shines for all to see. Emile.

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    1. Your generous comments are truly appreciated, my friend. Thank you. Wishing you a lovely and blessed weekend. // paul

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