Crossroads

They split and chose divergent ways. I wondered where their love had gone. There was no sign of passing phase; They split and chose divergent ways As embers died after the blaze Turning to ashes. Thereupon, They split and chose divergent ways. I wondered where their love had gone. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A Triolet Poetry Contest Hosted by Kim Merryman Placed 1st © 23rd May 2021

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Frances Schiavina

Date: 9/2/2021 7:21:00 AM

Congratulations Paul on top win thought provoking poem. A masterpiece.

Paul Callus
Date: 9/2/2021 8:32:00 AM

Thank you, Frances. You are too generous:) ~ Best regards // paul

Malabika Ray Choudhury

Date: 6/17/2021 5:32:00 AM

Congratulations on your top win, Paul. So touching and thoughtful - this poem truly deserved the top win. It is a GEM. You did not have to use too many lines to express a deep though which many people wonder! Sending this to my faves. The Triolet form is perfect for your excellent style. Best wishes ~ Mala

Paul Callus
Date: 6/18/2021 11:06:00 AM

Thank you so very much for your kind, generous and insightful feedback...and for the fav Mala. All truly appreciated. ~ Have a lovely weekend. Warm regards // paul

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 6/16/2021 7:10:00 AM

Congratulations on a great win Paul, truly deserved. Love has a great deal or in fact everything to do with respect, and mixed with a sense of adventure one does and can keep the flame of love alive. Warm regards, hugs and blessings, Jennifer.

Paul Callus
Date: 6/18/2021 10:44:00 AM

Hi Jenny. I hope all is well on your side of the fence :) Thank you for the insightful comments which I always look forward to. ~ Warm regards & Hugs // paul

Angela Crabtree

Date: 6/7/2021 3:11:00 PM

Very lovely, Paul. Truly a question a lot of couples ask themselves. Congratulations on winning :)

Paul Callus
Date: 6/18/2021 10:31:00 AM

Thank you, Angela. It's so lovely of you to stop by read and comment :) Hope you're keeping well. Regards // paul

Eileen Manassian

Date: 6/3/2021 7:26:00 AM

One does wonder where love goes with passage of time. Lovely write. I see that you won with it. Always a winner!

Paul Callus
Date: 6/18/2021 4:00:00 AM

Thank you so much dear Eileen. Love can be so complicated!! I have tried to comment on your poems, but the previous glitch is still there :( Warm regards & Hugs // paul

Judy Ball

Date: 5/31/2021 6:50:00 AM

Nice job here Paul. Big congrats on a well deserved win. God Bless, JB

Paul Callus
Date: 6/1/2021 9:41:00 AM

I am pleased you liked it, Judy. Thank you. Blessings // paul

Eve Roper

Date: 5/29/2021 8:14:00 PM

Great triolet, Paul, I see congratulation are in order. I tried and messed up. I did corrected my mistake. <3

Paul Callus
Date: 6/1/2021 9:40:00 AM

Thank you, Eve. Those who do not try never mess up; we learn from out mistakes. Hugs // paul

Supraja Kannan

Date: 5/26/2021 8:18:00 AM

Loved it ,Paul and I see it as a winner... Congratulations on your well deserved win...

Paul Callus
Date: 5/31/2021 6:54:00 AM

Thank you on all counts, Supraja. Best regards // paul

Kim Merryman

Date: 5/25/2021 8:28:00 PM

Paul, congrats on your 1st place win with your well written triolet! Blessings, Kim M

Paul Callus
Date: 5/31/2021 5:52:00 AM

Thank you dear Kim. I am so pleased with my top placement! Your contests seem to bring me luck :) Enjoy the week ahead. Blessings // paul

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 5/25/2021 12:12:00 PM

I knew this would be a top winner Paul. Congratulations! Blessings xxoo

Paul Callus
Date: 5/31/2021 5:49:00 AM

Thank you dear Connie. I'm waiting for fresh news from you...keeping you and your son in my thoughts and prayers. Take care. Blessings // paul

Sam Kauffman

Date: 5/25/2021 10:43:00 AM

Such pensive sadness vividly displayed in your crisp images and questions Paul. Congratulations on your win.

Paul Callus
Date: 6/1/2021 9:48:00 AM

Thank you for your feedback and congrats, Sam. Best regards // paul

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 5/25/2021 9:49:00 AM

Congratulations on your win. A wonderful yet sad write. I enjoyed it. Have a blessed day writing away.........................

Paul Callus
Date: 6/1/2021 9:52:00 AM

Thank you dear Paula. Regards & Blessings // paul

Lisa Ricci

Date: 5/25/2021 9:17:00 AM

Hello Paul. There is sadness and truth within your words and entry. It does make the reader ponder on his own life. Thank you for sharing. May this day find you well. Enjoy poetry soup.

Paul Callus
Date: 6/1/2021 9:59:00 AM

Thank you for the lovely insightful comments, Lisa. May this day also find you well. Warm regards // paul

Quoth Theraven

Date: 5/25/2021 8:26:00 AM

Paul, The finest silken thread in write. Will crossroads diverge and meet again.., in a Black Widow's web. -Richard

Paul Callus
Date: 6/1/2021 10:07:00 AM

Thank you Richard. Sometimes divergent ways do meet again....who knows if they will in this case!! Regards // paul

Christuraj Alex

Date: 5/24/2021 10:39:00 PM

Words flow. Congratulations!

Paul Callus
Date: 6/1/2021 10:08:00 AM

Thank you Christuraj Alex. Regards // paul

Alexis Y.

Date: 5/24/2021 10:27:00 PM

Hi Paul, I'm just coming back to say congratulations on your winning write. It was well deserved. Have a great evening:-) Alexis

Paul Callus
Date: 6/1/2021 2:13:00 PM

Thank you so much, Alexis. So lovely of you to pay this entry a second visit :) Warm regards // paul

Joanna Daniel

Date: 5/24/2021 9:43:00 PM

Such a natural flow to your triolet, Paul, well written though the theme is sad, congratulations on your win:)

Paul Callus
Date: 6/1/2021 2:18:00 PM

Thank you for the lovely comments...and for the congrats, Jo. Regards & Blessings // paul

Brandy Nicole

Date: 5/24/2021 6:38:00 PM

"There was no sign of passing phase" Some paths were not meant to touch. This is beautiful, yet tender, all at the same time. Your thoughts tug at my heart. Many wonderful blessings to you. Hugs, Brandy

Paul Callus
Date: 6/4/2021 11:16:00 AM

Thank you, Brandy. Relationships can be complicated, and we do not know what goes on behind the scenes. ~ Warm regards & Hugs // paul

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 5/24/2021 5:23:00 PM

Hello Paul ... I guess in a lifetime, many of us are at the crossroads for different reasons. It then becomes choosing the correct path - thanks again Paul - Lindsay

Paul Callus
Date: 6/4/2021 11:26:00 AM

True, Lindsay...except that some are too impatient and opt for the easy way out! ~ Regards // paul

Ken Rone

Date: 5/24/2021 4:34:00 PM

Well done Paul! Congratulations on your win. I loved it as it pulled at my heart! - Ken

Paul Callus
Date: 6/4/2021 11:31:00 AM

Thank you for reading and commenting, Ken. Best regards // paul

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 5/24/2021 10:27:00 AM

So many marriages end up like this, Paul. Sometimes I think couples may not be trying hard enough. A lovely entry for Kim's contest. Winning wishes for you, my friend. Hugs, Carolyn

Robert Lindley

Date: 5/23/2021 8:24:00 PM

My friend, a most wonderful triolet. Yes, in life often two must go separate ways- even if their was once very intense, strong and so truly beautiful. A fav and a true gem.. God bless...

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 5/23/2021 5:03:00 PM

It is very sad to split up, but often there is a silver lining. This emotive entry is sure to rate high Paul. I hope all are well. Blessings xxoo

Paul Callus
Date: 5/31/2021 6:49:00 AM

Thank you for the feedback and the faith you show in my entry, Connie. You make an excellent judge :) Regards & Blessings // paul