Andrea Dietrich Poet Sonnet

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Not only does he have many aches and pains due to hard labor all his life in the field of construction, my husband  also suffers from anxiety and depression, for which he takes meds. His childhood was very difficult, and over the years I have to admire him for overcoming the mang negative things he had to deal with growing up.

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A Birthday Wish For Joe

He doesn’t like to socialize, nor does
he laugh at funny shows the way I do.
He suffers chronic pain and frets because
he’s worked so long and hard his whole life through.

We’ve had our ups and downs, and that’s for sure,
but I can overlook the bad. Our love
has grown through many years and will endure
because there’s one thing I am certain of.
My husband’s there for me! Though he may lack
a way with words, much tact or great finesse,
I know deep down – he’ll always have my back.
Each year as we grow greyer, he feels stress.
My birthday wish for him is that he’ll find
contentment and – at last – some peace of mind.

Sept. 5, 2021
For Funom Makama's A Poem To Your Spouse On His-Her Birthday Contest

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Caren Krutsinger September 21, 2021 at 9:28 PM A fantastic tribute to Joe! I am sure that he is appreciative. We are both married to a Joe and we both have an Angela. My Angela is actually Angela Jo. Nicely done my friend. Bravo!

Lindsay Laurie September 8, 2021 at 6:50 PM Hello Andrea ... wonderfully written on a delicate topic. However, many readers will feel that your sonnet will reflect on their own trials - thank you Andrea - Lindsay

Judy Ball September 7, 2021 at 6:15 AM Oh Andrea I know how you feel. I have the same problem and it has caused much sadness and resentment in our marriage. Mine can't express his love but he has no problem expressing his anger. He is king of the put down artists. Great job here. God Bless and Happy Birthday to Joe. JB Andrea Dietrich September 7, 2021 at 6:38 AM You are so good to put up with it, Judy. I understand how anger can be a major emotion for people like your husband and mine. Joe expresses his love to me but never enough to his children.Also, he has mellowed over time, which makes things nice. I could not have stayed otherwise.

Anthony Bianco September 6, 2021 at 6:37 PM Hi Andrea, beautiful tribute to your spouse..we need more Joes in this world. by the way happy birthday..you've been a treasure in the soup for many years.. godbless anthony Andrea Dietrich September 7, 2021 at 6:39 AM Thanks, Anthony

Kim Rodrigues September 6, 2021 at 9:35 AM Love the realism of your spouse. Shows you are genuine, Andrea. For a lot of us, we have had our ups and downs but there is something to be said about an enduring and shared life together. May your husband find contentment and peace of mind. Andrea Dietrich September 7, 2021 at 6:42 AM The things going on in the world right now are really bringing him down. I am sure this is the case for many of those with his problems. It's so sad to me how governments are handling our freedoms and bringing people to suicide by their poor decision making. Joe and I hardly watch the news right now because of the constant fear-mongering. It's very draining on the soul.

Janice Canerdy September 6, 2021 at 7:15 AM Andrea, this is a wonderdul sonnet--moving, descriptive, and sweet. Janice

Alexis Y. September 6, 2021 at 7:04 AM Hi Andrea, This is a well-written and heartfelt birthday write for your husband. Best wishes in the contest. Have a great day:-)Alexis

Heidi Sands September 6, 2021 at 6:38 AM Happy birthday This is a very special poem..:)

Richard Lamoureux September 6, 2021 at 6:35 AM Is it your Birthday? If so Happy Birthday. ;0) Andrea Dietrich September 6, 2021 at 7:31 AM My Bday was the 5th. Thanks, Richard. My husband does communicate with me, but he just doesn't like to socialize even at family events, and it would be so nice if he would make more effort with relatives!

Richard Lamoureux September 6, 2021 at 6:34 AM This is well expressed. I hope he finds his contentment. Depression and anxiety is much more difficult when one is not inclined to communicate.

Regina Mcintosh September 6, 2021 at 4:24 AM Beautiful! I love this one too. It's a inspiration and filled with love and grace. God bless you and your precious husband, Andrea. Love you, Gina

Anitha Jayasankar September 6, 2021 at 3:08 AM Ria...a lovely tribute to your dear hubby..that you admire very much for so many reasons you stated above... Best wishes and hugs sweet friend... ~ Ani

Victor Buhagiar September 5, 2021 at 10:54 PM Happy Birthday, Andrea. Mine has just passed. Memories of fun when we were young. Alas now I'm too moody.

Line Gauthier September 5, 2021 at 10:34 PM What a touching poem, Andrea ~

L Milton Hankins September 5, 2021 at 2:22 PM A beautiful wish for his birthday, Andrea. Send him loads of Happy Birthday wishes from all of us here at PS! Andrea Dietrich September 7, 2021 at 6:43 AM haha!! Thanks!! I had a good weekend! L Milton Hankins September 5, 2021 at 3:36 PM Well, HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you, Andrea! Andrea Dietrich September 5, 2021 at 3:32 PM It's weird because the contest is meant for his birthday, but in reality it is MY birthday today!

Quoth Theraven September 5, 2021 at 1:58 PM Andrea, Please share my Happy Birthday wishes for your hard working Joe. 'I know deep down – he’ll always have my back' - Pure devotion in this poem for your dear one so stricken. You wield words with caring poise such that the gargoyles of Notre Dame would hide their faces. Still such a wonder in life, and just as much in a wife. Also, an insta-Fave. -Richard Andrea Dietrich September 5, 2021 at 3:34 PM thanks for the kind words!

Jan Allison September 5, 2021 at 12:46 PM what a lovely tribute to Joe:-) hugs jan xx

Rama Balasubramanian September 5, 2021 at 12:18 PM Happy Birthday dear Andrea. Coincidentally in India 5th September is also celebrated as teachers day. Andrea Dietrich September 5, 2021 at 3:33 PM Hi, Rama. It is MY birthday, as you probably know. So how cool that it's also India's teacher's day!!

Darlene De Beaulieu September 5, 2021 at 12:10 PM Hello Andrea, love dose have a strong bond. In sickness and in health were my vows I was the on ly one that kept the vows. Any way you and your husband have a strong bond. Hugs. good luck in the contest. Hugs Darlene Darlene De Beaulieu September 8, 2021 at 10:41 AM Hello Andrea, yes that was very hard to accept. it hurt me badly. Now my husband is dead 5 years. I have moved on and ready for what is next. Hugs. Darlene Andrea Dietrich September 5, 2021 at 3:34 PM sorry you were the only one that kept them, Darlene. That must have been hard.