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A Letter From Jordan

My name is Jordan. I’m now forty-three. This letter is to tell you I’m okay in case from church days you remember me. I took off in my 20’s and I’d stay in little towns where odd jobs I could find. I was a drifter; soon enough I’d leave. Few friends I had, so nobody would mind. And if I died, would anybody grieve? Well, things changed when I met dear Jean, my wife. Just how I got so lucky I don’t know. She helped me find a good job. Now my life is like a dream compared to years ago. My wife is smart and fun, with eyes of green. Our three girls thankfully resemble Jean!

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Miranda Hawley

Date: 7/15/2023 8:44:00 PM

Congrats on your win in my contest. I liked that you used this and told a little story.

Andrea Dietrich
Date: 7/16/2023 1:46:00 PM

thanks so much, Miranda

Terrell Martin

Date: 7/13/2023 5:32:00 AM

This one tugs at the heart strings, Andrea. I've done some drifting of my own over the years and known a few as well so I can definitely relate to Jordan. Bravo / Write on, Terrell

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 7/12/2023 6:43:00 PM

Better late than never to receive a letter. A lovely sonnet Andrea… Belle

Jay Narain

Date: 7/12/2023 10:44:00 AM

I am glad Jordan finally showed his existence. I know parents who have not found their kid after 40 years. It's a sad story of them.

Bill Baker

Date: 7/12/2023 8:43:00 AM

Thanks for sharing the good news of one lost but now has found his way. It's nice to read good poetry that as a good ending, Andrea. Thanks for sharing, my friend. Hugs, Bill

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 7/12/2023 8:03:00 AM

Lovely letter though he could have sent it earlier. But who can understand life?