Andrea Dietrich Poet Sonnet

Before I Kick the Bucket -Edited

I never really made a bucket list,
but I guess I kind of did it when I had
one thing I wished for – which was to be kissed.
That one got kicked off by a gorgeous lad!
I also wished the world I’d get to see,
for I was more adventurous when young.
Beloved Spain I wished especially 
to visit, practicing its native tongue.
To kick it off my list I got to do!
And as a bonus, I saw many more
great countries; then I married. That one too
got kicked off with two kids for me in store!
Before I kick that bucket and am dead,
I wish to die (with no pain) and in my bed!


Nov. 14, 2020 for Chantelle Anne Cooke's
 What Have You Kicked Off On Your Bucket List Poetry Contest

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Jan Allison December 8, 2020 at 9:27 AM I'd never heard of a bucket list until a few years ago, i managed to visit Pompeii ... with the pandemic who knows when it will be safe to travel once more:-( many congrats on your win:-) hugs Jan xx

Sam Kauffman December 7, 2020 at 8:36 PM Back with congratulations for your win! A POTD and now a first place win! Way to go!

Barbara Barry-Nishanian December 6, 2020 at 2:35 PM First place...Congrats Last item on your list, if don't mind, like to add to mine too

Regina Mcintosh December 5, 2020 at 7:28 PM I love this, again... back with Congrats again!!! God bless you sweet lady

Unseeking Seeker December 5, 2020 at 5:49 PM Superb write Andrea! Honest and so well penned! Congrats!

John Watt December 5, 2020 at 4:55 PM Back to say a big congrats for your #1 placement, but also that I agree about wishing to die with no pain in bed. Well done ~ John

Carolyn Devonshire December 5, 2020 at 1:14 PM Congrats on your top win, Andrea. Way to go! Hugs, Carolyn

Jennifer Proxenos November 22, 2020 at 12:02 PM How did I miss this gem Andrea - this is an amazing poem, I love it. Congrats my friend on Your well deserved POTD - hope it was a great day. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.

Kim Rodrigues November 18, 2020 at 1:51 PM Congrats on POTD!

Jack Horne November 18, 2020 at 12:41 PM so glad this was potd - lovely write

Caren Krutsinger November 18, 2020 at 6:07 AM Wonderful POTD! Love the ending and the whole thing Andrea. Congrats!

Anne-Lise Andresen November 17, 2020 at 8:17 AM - Congratulations on your lovely p.o.t.d., Andrea :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Supraja Kannan November 17, 2020 at 3:24 AM Oh! That was a lovely one. Loved the ending pretty much. COngratulations on your well deserved POTD. You are an inspiration to me.

Frances Schiavina November 16, 2020 at 11:14 AM Congratulations Andrea and thank you for an uplifting poem. May all your wishes come true.

Beryl Edmonds November 16, 2020 at 9:45 AM Seems you’ve had an adventurous time of it already Andrea, but there’s always something to put in a bucket list, before we kick it and a painless death has to be the best. Love the write, congratulations on poem of the day, Belle

Regina Mcintosh November 16, 2020 at 5:21 AM Love this - Congrats on POTD dear lady. God bless you with many more

Constance La France November 16, 2020 at 12:29 AM Andrea, congratulations on POTD with this excellent poem with a nice touch of humor _Constance

Brandy Nicole November 15, 2020 at 6:49 PM Sounds like you accomplished many things on your bucket list. Dear Andrea, your last one makes my eyes misty. To leave this earth pain free. My wish too. I hope you have many more years here. Your thoughts tug at my heart. Congratulations on Poem of the Day. ~ Brandy

Michael Tor November 15, 2020 at 5:40 PM I would love to visit Spain or the Canary Islands my grand father on my father side is from Spain. Luv Michael Andrea Dietrich November 15, 2020 at 6:06 PM spain remains my favorite of all the countries I have visited. Never saw Canary Islands but I bet they are awesome. (you do have that Spaniard look about you)

Peter Dome November 15, 2020 at 4:36 PM I hope it's not for a very long time. I love Spain too. hope you win. Take care. Pete. Never buy a bucket. Andrea Dietrich November 15, 2020 at 4:53 PM I would love to see Spain again, but I highly doubt that will happen. I can barely find time or money to visit family in Iowa!

John Gondolf November 15, 2020 at 4:26 PM I enjoyed reading your wonderful sonnet, Andrea, congrats on POTD. John

Alexis Y. November 15, 2020 at 3:20 PM WoW! Andrea, If I had a bucket list, yours would do. Let's see, you kissed a hot boy( in youth). Traveled the country, fell in love,got married and had kids. Your last two lines, is probably common on a( bucket) list. Excellent job. Best wishes in the contest. Congratulations on getting the poem of day:-)Alexis Andrea Dietrich November 15, 2020 at 3:55 PM also I got to kiss several hot boys!!! i bet you did too!

Linda Alice Fowler November 15, 2020 at 2:21 PM I love this Andrea. A random bucket list that just happens- spontaneous and adventuresome. :) Congratulations on POTD! Linda

JC Brul November 15, 2020 at 12:58 PM Superb sonnet of your life dear Andrea! I'm gonna fave this... Congratulations on your POTD and warm wishes for the win!

John Watt November 15, 2020 at 12:09 PM It's always lovely to read your sonnets, my friend, and especially when they ring true of life experiences. I smile with your accomplishments and travels, and hope the best for you with regards to your two wishes. Congrats on your POTD and best wishes in the contest ~ John

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