Feeling Free, Being Me

Inner conflicts that I have seem very few. I don’t stew; nor is there much I rue. Emotions do not rule me. I think that is key. Thus I feel free, being real! I am what you see. From myself I do not flee. Mostly I do what I want to do. Inner conflicts that I have seem very few. Aug. 18, 2022 for Unseeking Seeker's Inner Conflict Poetry Contest Form used is Andaree: lines of 11/9/7/5/3/1/3/5/7/9/11 with rhyme scheme AabbcbcbbaA
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Krutsinger Avatar
August 25, 2022 at 11:51 AM
This is marvelous - I really enjoyed it from top to bottom and I am impressed with the way you typed it too.
Dietrich Avatar
August 25, 2022 at 1:40 PM
thanks so much. The Andaree is a poetry form I invented. Soup has it described in the section new poetry forms by members, but it's hard to even find it!
Peck Avatar
August 24, 2022 at 8:03 AM
This is beautiful, Andrea. Your poetry reflects your inner peace. About your mate--My husband was bipolar, altho mostly manic. I stayed 40 years til he died. I understand the pain for both of you. I wish you happiness, my friend.
Dietrich Avatar
August 24, 2022 at 9:30 AM
thank, Ann. Yes, I would say my trial in life is my marriage, and also what a doctor's drug did to me later in my life . It has made things very hard for me.
Fowler Avatar
August 24, 2022 at 6:10 AM
I love the form you used Andrea. Very creative and perfect for this contest. Congratulations on your win! Linda
Fowler Avatar
August 24, 2022 at 1:39 PM
I like it very much :)
Dietrich Avatar
August 24, 2022 at 9:31 AM
thanks, it's my own form.
Goldsmith Avatar
August 22, 2022 at 2:56 PM
Congratulations on your win. A Creative/Fun/Rhyme Shape write. Say that 3 times fast.......... Have a great/blessed day writing away...........
Dietrich Avatar
August 24, 2022 at 9:31 AM
thanks, PAULA. This is my own form.
Gasun Avatar
August 21, 2022 at 9:04 PM
VEry beautiful and creative my dear friend ! Congratulations on your well-deserved top win! Hugs
Rodrigues Avatar
August 21, 2022 at 6:18 PM
Very nice…someone at peace and content with themself. Hugs ~ Kim
Fowler Avatar
August 24, 2022 at 6:19 AM
Sad to hear about your mate Andrea. Depression is a hateful thing that effects everyone around. Hugs for your struggles. Linda
Rodrigues Avatar
August 22, 2022 at 10:37 AM
So sorry to hear, Andrea. Life is hard that way. A couple is not always in synch. Hugs ~ Kim
Dietrich Avatar
August 21, 2022 at 9:22 PM
if only I had a mate who felt the same about himself. going through difficult times with his depression and other health issues.
Martin Avatar
August 20, 2022 at 1:43 PM
Andrea, that's a fascinating visual form that makes my head hurt just thinking about writing something that upside down! But I admire your creative expertise and that "Emotions do not rule (thee:) Bravo Ms. Beautiful, Write On...
Maverick Avatar
August 20, 2022 at 9:31 AM
No dichotomy of feelings Andrea That is a plus in my book.'
U.D Palawon  Avatar
August 20, 2022 at 8:36 AM
This is indeed very creative. Lots of input. Enjoyed it. :) Sunita UPD
Jayasankar Avatar
August 20, 2022 at 8:17 AM
Wow... I loved this... This is straight from your heart, as far as I know you sweet friend... "Emotions do not rule me", so true... Hearty congratulations dear... Hugs... ~ Ani
Ranasinghe Avatar
August 20, 2022 at 7:13 AM
Congratulations! Sounds very honest. Beautiful. Rasitha
Mcintosh Avatar
August 20, 2022 at 6:02 AM
Amazing write. Congrats and God bless you, Andrea. Love, Gina
Brul Avatar
August 20, 2022 at 5:50 AM
Fantastic rendition of words so soothing to the eyes. Lovely!
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 19, 2022 at 9:55 PM
It would be wonderful if everyone felt like this Andrea. Your Andaree form is exemplified in this inspiring entry my friend. Blessings xxoo
Tor Avatar
August 19, 2022 at 8:08 PM
Love this Poetry of yours your truths ring well with me, Love your thoughts.
Leffanta Avatar
August 19, 2022 at 11:29 AM
Your hourglass concept is a winner! Aloha!
Walker Avatar
August 19, 2022 at 8:14 AM
You're such a cool cucumber (ha ha, this poem following your pickle poem) And everyone, this is exactly Andrea, my sis. Cool and rarely aggravated but watch out if she does get aggravated.
Proxenos Avatar
August 19, 2022 at 7:52 AM
That is the greatest way to be, I totally with you agree, I would never think to flee from what, from who, just want to be happy. Great write my friend ,are you not a Virgo as I am - our birthdays are close if I'm not mistaken. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.
Dietrich Avatar
August 19, 2022 at 7:53 AM
Yes, my B day is coming soon. When is yours? I think Virgos are calmer than most. it has helped me a lot in life.
Pandit Avatar
August 19, 2022 at 5:46 AM
You are among the blessed few Andrea. Message so well conveyed in this difficult to execute form.
Dietrich Avatar
August 19, 2022 at 7:53 AM
Thanks, Vijay. My astrology and numerology all lined up to make me a stable and calm person; however, I have external conflicts which are very maddening to me!!
Gregory Avatar
August 19, 2022 at 5:28 AM
your second line is an answer to me. a clear calm demeanor is relevant to self love.
Dietrich Avatar
August 19, 2022 at 7:52 AM
thanks, Weston. I wish I could get my husband to stop stewing!!
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