Andrea Dietrich Poet Rhyme

Dear Graduate

Dear graduate, this is a happy day.
Your schooling’s done. I hope your folks are proud.
Toss those caps to the sky. You’re on your way.
Shout Hallelujah now, and shout it loud.

But when the fanfare’s over, take some time
to contemplate what next you want to do.
Life is not easy; it’s an upward climb
for most of us, but I have faith in you.

Take some time to pray if you want to know
what’s next for you. Seek guidance if you can
from counselors, but right now, you’re aglow!
Bask in success, young woman or young man.

When celebration time is done, you’ll start
life’s journey as you work toward each goal.
Be diligent and show the world your heart.
Trust in yourself; you are a worthy soul.

April 6, 2021
for BJ Legros Kelley's A Graduation Blessing Poetry Contest

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Edward Ibeh April 9, 2021 at 6:51 AM This is a fabulous write, Andrea:-) Congratulations on your win in the contest! I wrote mine too late. I haven't published it, though.

Unseeking Seeker April 8, 2021 at 6:43 PM Congrats on your top win, Andrea! I like the last two lines best :)

Beata Agustin April 8, 2021 at 5:52 PM Wow! Congrats! As a learner, I cherish this ... expressed poetically along your wisdom. Thanks indeed. God bless you.

Eve Roper April 8, 2021 at 2:34 PM Great write, Andrea, congratulations on your 1st place win. Not a contest I entered couldn't get motivated to write for it. Hugs Eve

Paula Goldsmith April 8, 2021 at 12:03 PM Congratulations on your win. A nice letter to the graduate. Have a blessed day..................

Janice Canerdy April 8, 2021 at 9:59 AM Andrea, a big CONGRATS on your win with this lovely, moving poem! Janice

Sam Kauffman April 8, 2021 at 9:21 AM Andrea, congratulations on your first place win! I especially love your last line - "you are a worthy soul." Sending you Easter joy!

Bj Legros Kelley April 7, 2021 at 11:41 PM Congratulations on your top placement Andrea! I love your beautiful poem.

Lindsay Laurie April 7, 2021 at 7:07 PM Hello Andrea ... another real gem from your creative pen Andrea - thank you - Lindsay

James Peranteau April 7, 2021 at 2:38 PM Totally awesome my dear poesy friend! Can't wait to show Noah, he graduates 6/4th! Have a great Spring Andrea...much love, james

Quoth Theraven April 7, 2021 at 8:51 AM Andrea, Seems this poem's protagonist is off to a great start in life. Reminds me of Baz Luhrmann's spoken word 'Wear Sunscreen'. "Don't feel guilty if you don't know what you want to do with your life ~~ The most interesting people I know Didn't know at 22 what they wanted to do with their lives ~~ Some of the most interesting 40-year-olds I know still don't... ~~ But trust me on the sunscreen". -Richard Andrea Dietrich April 7, 2021 at 3:39 PM Sometimes I go "literally" Andrea Dietrich April 7, 2021 at 3:32 PM I did not use sunscreen nearly as much as I should have but on my face, I tried to keep it on! these days come summer, I lay out only after 4 pm . Trying to be careful!!!

Carolyn Devonshire April 7, 2021 at 6:55 AM This is a sincere and moving message to the graduate, Andrea. I think you'll have a nice win with this entry. Hugs, Carolyn

Anitha Jayasankar April 7, 2021 at 5:38 AM Golden piece of advise for young graduates.. I specially loved the last stanza. Best wishes in the contest dear.... Hugs... ~ Ani

Tom Cunningham April 7, 2021 at 3:40 AM Sound advice Andrea, as they begin lifes journey. Tom

Victor Buhagiar April 6, 2021 at 11:54 PM Splendid advice to a graduate. Fortunately I followed your advice many moons away.

Harry Horsman April 6, 2021 at 11:04 PM I see this is for a contest. In your job Andrea, you should show this to everyone that is seen fit to receive it. The poetry superb. The dedication to help on one's journey. Priceless. Harry Horsman April 6, 2021 at 11:06 PM Oh i see below, John has also seen this as a journey. So good to know poetic minds can think the same.

J. Summers April 6, 2021 at 9:42 PM This is such good advice for any new graduate ready to continue their journey. John

Caren Krutsinger April 6, 2021 at 9:41 PM I hope they are "aglow" this year. Last year was so disappointing for many as they missed prom and graduations were put off for months." Seek guidance if you can from counselors, but right now, you’re aglow!" Well said.