Andrea Dietrich Poet Verse

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For Sotto Poet's 'Waka-Sonnet Fragment' Contest

Edited for another contest

Crystalline

she walks    on stage
     s p a r k l i n g
                   like a jewel
when she o p e n s 
       her mouth
                       we    lean
                         keenly   forward
 to hear
             her crystal voice

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I Am Anaya June 24, 2026 at 9:10 PM I've never tried this form, I applaud the star you've created & you on a winning gem. Congrats!

Sotto Poet June 23, 2026 at 11:11 AM Andrea, congrats on your win in Brian's contest with this wonderful and well-crafted poem. Andrea Dietrich June 24, 2026 at 5:23 PM Thanks and for the inspiration of the original contest this was in

Howard Kerr June 23, 2026 at 12:19 AM Andrea, Congratulations on your selection on artistic merit with this imaginitive crystalline poem. Howard

Valsa George June 17, 2026 at 5:51 AM Back to congratulate you on your win.

Christine Watts June 15, 2026 at 3:08 PM Well done I liked your take on the topic Cheers Chris

Karen Jones June 15, 2026 at 1:28 PM Congratulations on another win with this gem!

Krishnanand Guptar June 15, 2026 at 12:55 PM Congratulations deap poetess on your win in this contest with a lovely WAKA on crystalline, picturesque with beautiful imagery. Wishing you a pleasant day.

sara Etgen-Baker June 10, 2026 at 2:14 PM well penned for the contest. Hope you're enjoying your summer :-)

CayCay Godwin June 10, 2026 at 10:39 AM You took me there, and to me it was Adelle that came out at first, but she shifted into Barbra with the word 'crystal.' Don't ask me why/how, I'm not in charge of where my thoughts do and don't go.

Mike Bayles June 10, 2026 at 9:54 AM I enjoyed this poem, Andrea. Thanks for sharing.

Paige Hind June 9, 2026 at 8:50 PM lovely :)

Sam Kauffman June 9, 2026 at 10:56 AM Love the sense of musical anticipation, Andrea. I see your soul leaning forward ready to receive this gift of music! Best wishes for the contest. Blessings!

Joseph P. DiMino June 9, 2026 at 6:37 AM Hey, don't write off us who consciously Waddle entirely! Takes even better balance. Nicely done, Andrea. If for a contest, best of luck. Have a great writing day my friend!

Sara Kendrick June 9, 2026 at 4:11 AM A nice one, Andrea. I enjoyed reading this one. Way to go. If for a contest, it reads like a good contender to me. Sara K.

Joanna Daniel June 9, 2026 at 3:42 AM Great take on the theme, Andrea:)

Howard Kerr June 8, 2026 at 10:53 PM The very best of luck to you, Andrea, with this truly excellent verse in whatever contest. Lovely flow and narrative. Howard

Valsa George June 8, 2026 at 10:02 PM Great image of one who is going to rock the stage. Well done Andrea...

David Crandall June 8, 2026 at 6:45 PM Pretty words to describe a pretty face and a pretty voice - an irresistible combination!

Abdullah Alhemaidy June 8, 2026 at 1:20 PM Hello Andrea Dietrich :-) Very nice! Have a very nice time ~ AA

Paula Goldsmith June 8, 2026 at 12:58 PM Your "Crystalline Waka" says so much in a few words. Love this one... "Good Luck" if for a contest.   Have a lovely day writing away..........

Daniel Henry Rodgers June 8, 2026 at 12:17 PM Dear Andrea, You and I must have been on the same wavelength this week, with the jewel theme going. I love your verse as I lean forward and hear your crystal voice. Blessings, Daniel