April

Another downpour Pelting on the metal roof Raps in crescendo ~ Incessant the reminder Lest her nagging slips my mind - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Tankacrostic Poetry Contest Sponsored by Andrea Dietrich Placed 1st © 1st April 2023

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Andrea Dietrich

Date: 4/24/2023 10:15:00 AM

Looking at this one again and loving it.

Paul Callus
Date: 4/26/2023 6:02:00 AM

Thank you for a second visit, Andrea :) Best regards // paul

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 4/23/2023 8:23:00 PM

LOL! Wow!

Paul Callus
Date: 4/26/2023 6:01:00 AM

I love that 'wow', Kim :) Thank you. // paul

Brian Sambourne

Date: 4/23/2023 12:00:00 PM

Superb! Personification that gives April a dual presence - both natural + human. Top notch. Cheers Brian

Paul Callus
Date: 4/23/2023 1:27:00 PM

Thank you, Brian...your comments are much appreciated. Regards // paul

Alexis Y.

Date: 4/22/2023 12:37:00 PM

Wow! Paul, You did a great job with this contest challenge. Congratulations on your top win. It was well deserved. Have a nice day and weekend;-) Alexis

Paul Callus
Date: 4/23/2023 3:59:00 AM

What a coincidence, Alexis!! A while ago I read and commented on your latest poem and my initial reaction was also a "Wow"! Thank you for your lovely comments and congrats, my friend. May you too have an enjoyable weekend. // paul

Suzette Richards

Date: 4/19/2023 10:25:00 PM

A belated congratulation on your 1st place win, Paul.

Paul Callus
Date: 4/23/2023 3:21:00 AM

Thank you, Suzette. All visits, including yours, are truly appreciated :) Regards // paul

Bill Baker

Date: 4/17/2023 5:04:00 PM

Congrats on your win, Paul! A fun read of this Tanka Acrostic poem. Have a great week, my friend. A poet friend in Texas, Bill

Paul Callus
Date: 4/19/2023 5:21:00 AM

I'm pleased that you found these few lines to your liking, Bill...thank you and have a nice day. Regards // paul

Charlotte Puddifoot

Date: 4/13/2023 7:50:00 AM

lol i like this, always good to see a different take on a theme - congrats on your joint 1st place in the contest! :)

Paul Callus
Date: 4/19/2023 5:11:00 AM

Thank you, Charlotte; it is a pleasure to share the top podium with you :) Best regards // paul

Linda Alice Fowler

Date: 4/10/2023 8:20:00 AM

LOL - cute and imaginative. Congratulations on your win! :)

Paul Callus
Date: 4/19/2023 5:05:00 AM

Thank you for the congrats and delightful comments, Linda. Have a lovely day! // paul

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 4/9/2023 12:18:00 PM

- Congratulations, Paul on a humorous and unique winning poem - hugs

Paul Callus
Date: 4/19/2023 4:50:00 AM

Glad you enjoyed it, Anne-Lise....thank you and have a lovely day Hugs // paul

Susan Lawrence

Date: 4/9/2023 8:08:00 AM

Wonderful imagery , sound and emotions at play dear Paul ! Your magical mind at work here ! Big congratulations on your win . Hugs and blessings, Susan :)

Paul Callus
Date: 4/19/2023 3:24:00 AM

Thank you for the lovely feedback and congrats, dear Susan. Warm regards, hugs and blessings being sent your way, my friend! // paul

Christuraj Alex

Date: 4/8/2023 9:21:00 PM

"Lest her nagging slips my mind" - Very beautiful acrostic. Congratulations!

Paul Callus
Date: 4/19/2023 2:18:00 AM

Thank you fort reading and commenting, Christuraj. Regards // paul

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 4/8/2023 1:50:00 PM

Congratulations on your win. What a wonderful "APRIL" write. "Happy Easter" with blessings...................

Paul Callus
Date: 4/19/2023 1:18:00 AM

Thank you, Paula. I hope you had an enjoyable Easter; I spent mine in Italy. ~ Regards & blessings // paul

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 4/8/2023 10:57:00 AM

If i could put a top of the top, this one is it. i absolutely loved this, paul. Congrats for first place.

Paul Callus
Date: 4/11/2023 11:49:00 AM

What a pleasant surprise after coming back from holiday! This year my family & I spent our Easter in Rome....hectic but very enjoyable! Thank you for the top placement and awesome comments, Andrea. ~ Best regards // paul

Daniel Turner

Date: 4/3/2023 6:55:00 AM

This is funny and clever, Paul. That last line cracked me uo. LOL A joy to read today my friend:)

Paul Callus
Date: 4/3/2023 7:47:00 AM

Glad I managed to elicit a smile/laugh, Danny :) Thank you for your pleasant comments. Regards, my friend. // paul

Rhoda Tripp

Date: 4/2/2023 11:42:00 AM

Great twist in the last two lines. Such a fun poem to read. It made me smile. Awesome contest entry

Paul Callus
Date: 4/2/2023 2:23:00 PM

Thank you, Rhoda. Sometimes poetic license gives me a hand, and I must stress that the 'nagging' lady does not refer to anyone in particular :) Regards // paul

Lisa Ricci

Date: 4/2/2023 6:09:00 AM

Good Morning Paul. Hello. It was an honor turning to your page seeing and reading such a fine poetic entry that has voice and tone attached. Thank you for sharing your skilled poetic talent and execution. Truly. Enjoy the morning and day. Blessings to you and April too. (smile)

Paul Callus
Date: 4/2/2023 2:10:00 PM

Hi Lisa! I like the new avatar :) The honour is mine to have you stopping by with such lovely comments, my friend. May you enjoy the week ahead. Warm regards & blessings // paul

Anil Deo

Date: 4/2/2023 4:32:00 AM

Good writing, and mysterious about "her" ( nature, rain, even that special her). Yes, happy Easter & awe, wonder, uniqueness of His resurrection. The only "founder" of faiths -- who rose up from the grave! Hallelujah

Paul Callus
Date: 4/2/2023 12:32:00 PM

Thank you for reading and commenting in your own unique way, Anil. Happy Easter & Blessings to you too, my friend. // paul

Joanna Daniel

Date: 4/2/2023 2:23:00 AM

Great metaphor in this lovely rain poem, Paul:)

Paul Callus
Date: 4/2/2023 2:59:00 AM

Thank you, Jo, for this lovely Sunday visit. Have a blessed day, my friend. Regards // paul