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He took advantage of her virtuous love and blindly forced himself against her will. With tearful eyes she pleaded, but in vain; engulfed by waves of lust he had his fill. The screams were silenced; help was out of reach. Her body lay abandoned on the beach. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - [6 lines max] Bite Size Poem No20 Poetry Contest Sponsored by Line Gauthier Placed 3rd © 10th September 2021

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Lisa Ricci

Date: 4/30/2024 10:45:00 AM

Wow and Wow again. Hi Paul. Very powerful emotional and vivid. Bless those who find themselves in such a situation. I worked in domestic violence and sexual assault and this is real. You wrote with dignity and grace. Thank you for sharing your skilled talent on such a subject. Have a wonderful night. Peace and Blessings always. (smile)

Susan Lawrence

Date: 11/14/2021 7:11:00 AM

Paul , Just getting to read this for the first time . A brutal encounter with a tragic ending . You have penned this so well and painted a tragic portrait of lust and abuse . Belated congratulations on your win . All the best to you always , Susan :)

Paul Callus
Date: 11/14/2021 11:59:00 AM

Thank you dear Susan. Your feedback sums it all up. Warm regards & hugs // paul

Leon Enriquez

Date: 10/11/2021 10:08:00 PM

Dear Paul: Nicely done my friend. Trust you are keeping well and safe in your native Malta. All the best then, Leon.

Paul Callus
Date: 10/24/2021 6:42:00 AM

Thank you Leon. It has been a while since our paths crossed, so it's a pleasure to have you visiting. I hope you are keeping as well as I am, my friend. Best regards // paul

Susan Ashley

Date: 10/11/2021 7:50:00 PM

Dear Paul, your potent artistry shines in this gripping piece. A sad, dark beauty worthy of its wonderful win in Line’s contest. Your gifted pen never disappoints. Congratulations, my dear friend. Warmest wishes and hugs.. ~Susan

Paul Callus
Date: 10/24/2021 6:52:00 AM

I thank you for your generous comments, Susan; your lovely comments are seeds of encouragement. I see you have been quite active during my absence; hope I'll catch up with all your latest poems. ~ Warm regards & Hugs, my friend // paul

Karen Jones

Date: 10/10/2021 1:39:00 PM

Congrats on your win Paul.

Paul Callus
Date: 10/24/2021 6:40:00 AM

Thank you, Karen. Best regards // paul

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 10/10/2021 12:11:00 AM

This is so sad. It takes years for emotional pain to dissipate after that kind of violence. Congratulations on your wonderful 3rd placement Paul. Blessings xxoo

Paul Callus
Date: 10/24/2021 6:30:00 AM

Thank you for visiting and giving your feedback, dear Connie. I know you have not had it easy recently, but you are strong and I know you will never throw in the towel. [Pls excuse my late reply; I've not been very active on Soup due to life's exigencies.] Take care Hugs & Blessings // paul

Karen Jones

Date: 10/5/2021 3:05:00 PM

Important work a poet has to reflect on life even at it's worst moments. As a survivor in youth and adulthood this poem hits home. Thanks

Paul Callus
Date: 10/6/2021 3:40:00 PM

Thank you for your visit, Karen. Having just read your poem on this same topic, I can well understand the full meaning of your comments. I admire your strength of character, resilience and determination to move on, despite everything. ~ Warm regards // paul

Malabika Ray Choudhury

Date: 10/4/2021 6:11:00 AM

Congratulations on your win, Paul. You have penned a sad, cruel scene of horror with a few powerful words. The title is intriguing, mysterious, impressive! BW ~ Mala

Paul Callus
Date: 10/4/2021 2:53:00 PM

Your insightful dissertation is a pleasure to read, Mala. Thank you!! ~ Warm regards // paul

Gary Radice

Date: 9/28/2021 8:58:00 AM

A hard hitting and very sad poem Paul. All those emotions and desperation tied up in the precis of your 6 lines show a skilled writer at work.

Paul Callus
Date: 10/4/2021 2:50:00 PM

Thank you for your visit and generous comments, Gary. Truly appreciated. Regards // paul

Ann Peck

Date: 9/22/2021 2:27:00 PM

Wow--powerful poem! You said a lot in 6 lines! Good luck in contest.

Paul Callus
Date: 10/4/2021 2:41:00 PM

Thank you, Ann. ~ Best regards // paul

Brandy Nicole

Date: 9/20/2021 7:48:00 PM

"He took advantage of her virtuous love, against her will" This happens more than it should, I wish it weren't so. The scene you have painted is sad, powerful and emotional, all at the same time. Congratulations Paul, on this win. My best to you. Hugs, Brandy

Paul Callus
Date: 10/4/2021 2:36:00 PM

Unfortunately these things occur much too often, Brandy, and many are those who do not live to talk about thie ordeal...and those who live have to deal with the negative effects all their life. ~ Thank you for stopping by, my friend. Regards & Hugs // paul

Supraja Kannan

Date: 9/17/2021 4:42:00 AM

Deep and poignant write but you have beautifully penned...

Paul Callus
Date: 10/4/2021 2:18:00 PM

I am pleased you enjoyed my humble poem, Supraja...thank you! ~ Regards // paul

Elaine George

Date: 9/17/2021 3:52:00 AM

Sam Kauffman has expressed exactly what I would. Many congrats on your fine win, Paul.

Paul Callus
Date: 10/4/2021 2:08:00 PM

Thank you, Elaine. A pleasure to have you visiting. ~ Regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 9/16/2021 4:34:00 PM

such a sad cruel fate. I really like how you did this one. Congrats on a well deserved win, Paul.

Paul Callus
Date: 10/4/2021 1:56:00 PM

Thank you, Andrea. I had to rewrite the poem after I realized that I had double the lines required for the contest. ~Best regards // paul

Sam Kauffman

Date: 9/16/2021 9:17:00 AM

Powerful images. Powerful theme Paul. Such an important theme expressed in short phrases that carry great impact! Congratulations on your win! Great choice of words to convey the horror of the scene.

Paul Callus
Date: 10/4/2021 2:01:00 PM

Many thanks on your insightful, complimentary feedback, Sam. Regards // paul

John Lawless

Date: 9/16/2021 5:01:00 AM

If brevity be the soul of wit you have nailed it Paul. A stinging and painful theme.

Paul Callus
Date: 10/4/2021 1:53:00 PM

Thank you for the positive comments, John. ~ Best regards // paul

Christuraj Alex

Date: 9/15/2021 9:20:00 PM

Very tragic, indeed. Yet as common as everyday events in some nations. Beautiful theme and write. Congratulations!

Paul Callus
Date: 10/4/2021 1:30:00 PM

Thank you for your feedback and congrats. ~ Regards // paul

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 9/15/2021 11:58:00 AM

- A verse that feels painful in the heart ... excellently written, Paul - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Paul Callus
Date: 9/17/2021 2:11:00 PM

Thank you Anne-Lise. Lately my muse has been dealing me sad cards! Regards & Hugs // paul

Kelly Deschler

Date: 9/13/2021 4:34:00 PM

Well penned, Paul... There is so much story told here in so few lines... I am intrigued by it's mystery and would enjoy reading the entire novel :)

Paul Callus
Date: 9/15/2021 9:01:00 AM

Thank you for liking and wanting more dear Kelly! Your presence here is much appreciated, my friend. ~ Best regards // paul

Judy Ball

Date: 9/13/2021 3:42:00 PM

WoW What a poignant piece this is. So sad and the picture matches perfectly. Good job Paul. God Bless, JB

Paul Callus
Date: 9/15/2021 8:58:00 AM

Thank you on all counts, Judy...much appreciated. Regards and blessings // paul

Harry Horsman

Date: 9/13/2021 6:59:00 AM

Amazing bite size with plenty of delicious filling.

Paul Callus
Date: 9/15/2021 8:57:00 AM

Your comment, as always, encourages the writer, Harry....thank you! Regards // paul

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 9/13/2021 5:47:00 AM

Very well done, Paul!

Paul Callus
Date: 9/15/2021 8:56:00 AM

Thank you, Kim. Best regards // paul

Delice Arleen Skelly

Date: 9/13/2021 2:48:00 AM

Painfully sad...Delice

Paul Callus
Date: 9/15/2021 8:56:00 AM

I agree, Delice. It is not easy to transmit in a few lines what a person goes through in such horrid moments. ~ Regards // paul

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 9/10/2021 6:23:00 PM

How sad that in life some can disregard the human body in such a way, very powerful Paul, very powerful

Paul Callus
Date: 9/15/2021 8:52:00 AM

How lovely to have you visiting, Vienna :) Thank you for your feedback and complimentary remarks. Warm regards /x/ paul

L Milton Hankins

Date: 9/10/2021 5:54:00 PM

Wow, Paul! This is excruciatingly well-done, and the picture is a perfect illustration. Nice job!

Paul Callus
Date: 9/15/2021 8:50:00 AM

Thank you Milton. I'm pleased that you enjoyed my offering. Best regards // paul