Well here’s something I never do… combine not one, not two but three challenges into one. Oy! Sammi’s Weekend Writing Prompt #197 asked us to use the word “call” in any form, using 41 words; dVerse from a couple weeks ago, asked us to write a quadrille (44 words) using the word embrace. Crispina’s lovely image for her CCC #199 prompted me to go looking for images for my usual matchy-matchy which sent me in the direction I went. I figure there are many who are separated during this stupid time and it must be difficult. Couldn’t help but bring out the romantic in me.
I call to you
You call to me
Accept this we can do
Now
We laugh, we share
We joke around
It’s how we show we care
Until
There comes the day
We know it will
Nothing stands in the way
No longer an eventuality
it’s now become reality
We embrace with more than
Words and stolen glances
arms around each other
heart against heart, now
beating to the same rhythm
Reaching up,
I caress your face
whisper in your ear
kiss me
je t’aime
Q
Not one, not two . . . but three! I would call you crazy for attempting such a thing but I think . . (know) . . I would be talking to myself. Because you would’ve been too busy doing it anyway to listen.
And good thing, that you don’t listen I mean. Because this is perfect in its beauty and pace and rhythm. From the get to the gone, and all of that dreamy in between.
Beauty. Like you.
B
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B,
I am a tad crazy but sometimes you just gotta let the muse take over, yanno? And come on… I listen…
… but I might still go forth 🙂 And I thank you. Truly. So very glad you like.
Sweet. Like you.
Q
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Just a tad? Yeah . . I mean, just a tad.
The muse knows the way, and yes, you just have to let it sail . . and it will take you where you need to go.
Of COURSE you listen. I was projecting. It’s me who don’t listen good. And yes, that’s correct English, LOL.
Love.
Oh come on . . I mean . . come on . . keep going LOL
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He he he… yeah well… maybe more’n a tad -Part of MY charm 😉
I used to fight that muse. But sometimes, it’s just too strong.
You listen good enough – when you want to,
Yes, Love. Way better than like.
Oh, I can keep on… but I’ll save ’em 😉
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Definitely a part of your charm.
Why fight it? It’s the adventure of not knowing where in the hell it’s taking you that makes writing worth it.
More solid English. You’re catching on, 😉
Way.
Jes por favor. 😉
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That’s the important thing, then.
Why indeed? Sometimes it takes me to a place I would never have fathomed.
I learn from the best.
Uh hun.
Perfecto!
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Muy importante.
Yeah, I was going to say, sometimes it’s like reading a book instead of writing it. You keep going because you have no blessed idea where it’s going to lead you.
Come on now . .
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Si.
Yes. That is what reading is all about, isn’t it? As for the writing, it can be the same… having not blessed idea where it’s going to lead you but going on to find out.
😉
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That’s how I write. As if I’m reading. I have no idea where it’s going.
🙂
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As do I… matter of fact, I have more trouble when I have an idea and then it just doesn’t go where I want it to!
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I don’t let ideas stand in my way 😉
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He he he… funny guy…
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LOL
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So tender and romantic, Dale! This is a difficult time, but it won’t last forever–even though it seems like it.
(Beautiful photos, too.)
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Thank you, Merril. sometimes we just have to wait and hope the muse decides to make an appearance 🙂 So glad you like.
And yes, it won’t last forever (right? 🙂 )
Thank you, I was rather pleased to find one of mine that could go with Crispina’s.
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Yes, to it all! 😀
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🙂
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Excellent. I love the photos, too.
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Thank you, Tim. Crispina takes beautiful photos (also… 😀 )
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So beautiful Dale, delicate and beautiful 💜
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Thank you, dear Willow. Pleased you enjoyed. 🧡
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I did it was a lovely journey 💜
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Thank you. You are so sweet. 🧡
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💜💜
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This was very tender, Dale. I loved the Je t’aime
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Thank you so much, John.
Merci beaucoup mon ami
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That last line got me right in the sweet spot. I really like seeing longer bits like this from you, Dale.
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Thank you, Trent. I shall keep on trying
😊
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Awwwh you old romantic! So very lovely. And what a word smith you are. Bravo. Bonne semaine 🙃💞
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What can I say? Being locked up has brought it out of me 😉
Merci beaucoup et bonne semaine à toi! 💞
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Hopeful and very romantic and combining 3 challenges brilliantly.
Wow! Happy Monday! …hugs on the way! 🤗❤🤗
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Thank you, my friend. I tried to write the embrace one and it wasn’t working, then, all the rest came and put it all together. Glad you like!
Happy Monday to you! 💞🤗
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Just goes to show how a slightest change can affect creativity! I liked very much!!!!!
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Oh yes! I was stuck, then poof! So glad you did!
xoxoxoxo
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❤️💖❤️
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…and how unpredictable it is too! 😉
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That it is! 😀
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Dear Dale,
A lovely melding of challenges. I’d say you rose to occasion, not once but thrice.
Shalom and lotsa hugs,
Rochelle
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Dear Rochelle,
I know, that like me, you are not fond of over-melding of challenges so this means a lot that you approve 🙂
Shalom and lotsa unchallenged love,
Dale
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As long as they’re not like “Youknowwho” 😉
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NEVER!! 😉 Oh gawd… please shoot me if I ever go … nah.. won’t ever happen…
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A beautiful combination. Well done.
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Thank you, Peter!
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Reality, dreams & hope, reality & finality. All in one. Good one Dale.
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Thank you, Jan. Glad you liked..
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I adore love stories that work out, with kisses and love. Sweet piece, Thunder!
You take fabulous photos!
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Argh! How did I miss this lovely comment! Thank you, Sweet Sorceress! Glad I was able to find one to match Crispina’s.
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I miss comments all the time! ⚡️💥
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Wow! What a brilliant way to combine all three prompts, Dale! Well-done, and with such a sweet ending!
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Aww shucks! Thank you, Jan. Sometimes that muse needs more than a nudge!
So glad you enjoyed. 😊
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Lovely, Dale. And so true.
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Thank you so much, Ina
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That was so poetic and lyrical and what it’s saying… it all sent delicious shivers through me. Well done, you
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That is a wonderful thing to read! So glad it did! Thank you, my friend.
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Big smiles for you 🙂
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You. are. amazing. woman!
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Stop. It.
But thank you! 💞😘
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It’s all true. Your talent both on paper and behind a camera, are incredible.
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You are kind beyond words, my friend. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
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THREE! You made a braid! 🙂
Love this. A lot.
Yay you!
(I only read this now because I waited to do mine … Ya know me, stubborn this way …)
LOVE IT!
Na’ama
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Crazy, eh? A braid… I like that. A lot.
No time frames on reading… Just glad you did and you like!
Sorry… LOVE!
Dale xoxo
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Yep, LOVE! 😀
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Woot!
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Wow, Dale! You did a fantastic job combining the prompts. Brava!!!
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Thank you, Adele! So glad you think so!
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You’re welcome, Dale. You’re such a romantic 🙂
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I really am… 🙂
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Me too 🙂
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I’ve no doubt!
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