Andrea Dietrich Poet Rhyme

Hello, Poetry

Sometimes when I'm able,
I sit down at my table,
or better yet, instead,
I'll lie back comfy on my bed,
a pillow propped behind my head!

Often at this time it is at night
and I will think and try to write.
Patterns I enjoy, like those in classic forms, and so
I'll write perhaps a kyrielle or sonnet though
sometimes I'll even give free verse a go!

I settle on a certain length for my every line.
Or maybe I'll decide this time uneven lines are fine!
It might take a long while; then some
sweet words in rhyme might start to come
with the rhythm of a guitar's thrum.

All I need is paper and my pen
and my thoughts unfettered, for then
I can call my muse to come to me!
If she hastens with ingenuity,
I can say, "Hello, Poetry."

Jan. 16, 2019 for Silent One's Hello Poetry Contest

♡Like0

Share Poem

---

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart February 11, 2019 at 9:57 AM Ah, this is awesome Andrea :))) Enjoyed! A winner for me! Good luck! xomo!

Debjani Mitra January 31, 2019 at 2:33 AM This is how you touch us with your words... I have dedicated one poem recently to wonderful poets like you... Squeeze out some time to read it.. " Touch the words in Braille ".I will be honored to get feedback from a great poet like you.. I am just a beginner in trying my hands at English poetry

Darlene De Beaulieu January 25, 2019 at 8:30 AM Hello Andrea, so that is how you do your poetry. Nice. Well we all have our own ways to create a poem. Have a nice day my friend.

Joseph May January 20, 2019 at 5:10 PM "When we call our muse we hope she always comes with ingenuity"..Congrats on your win Andrea...

Anne-Lise Andresen January 20, 2019 at 1:38 PM - Hello, Andrea :) - Congratulations on your winning poem - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Eve Roper January 20, 2019 at 1:06 PM Congratulations on your win, Andrea, on Silent One's "Hello" contest! Hugs Eve ~`*

Jennifer Walker January 20, 2019 at 12:20 PM You go sis. Wow, you can really make writing poetry seem fun.

Silent One January 20, 2019 at 7:10 AM Wonderful take on the contest, at the moment, it seems my muse has abandoned me... Hope it comes back soon, so i can write some new poetry.. Congratulations on your placement in the contest..

CayCay Godwin January 19, 2019 at 3:02 AM I sense there is a lot of Andrea-truth in these lines and I love each stanza. A FAV for me ... CayCay Andrea Dietrich January 19, 2019 at 7:02 PM wow, for this one? Thanks, Caycay.Maybe I like it a little better now!!

Matthew Anish January 18, 2019 at 10:19 AM I mean why not? Have you ever read Rupi Kaur's work. A poet who made it on the best seller list with two of her poetry books! Good role model for the both of us! Hello poetry , indeed, and hello you and yours out in the midwest! Peace & Love Matthew Anish

Kim Rodrigues January 18, 2019 at 8:13 AM I like that ending...like poetry peeking in...oh there you are! My husband’s on the phone with our internet company. Boy have I been having problems. Seems to be working a little better now!

Caren Krutsinger January 18, 2019 at 12:01 AM It is terrific to realize that you are writing poetry the same way the rest of us are - one thought at a time, with an optimistic attitude that it will come and give you a "hello" back. Poetry is a living being in my world, and now I know you feel the same, and it pleases me greatly, Andrea.

Carolyn Devonshire January 17, 2019 at 4:59 PM You do tackle some restrictive forms, Andrea, and always rise to the challenge. I think inspiration comes to you when you are ready to write -- it comes to me at odd times when no pen and paper are in sight. So interesting to see how your creative process flows, Hon. Best wishes in the contest! Hugs, Carolyn

Valerie Staton January 17, 2019 at 11:03 AM Yes, I have the same experiences as you. I am sitting on my bed right now with pillows behind my head awaiting my dear muse to arrive. :) Enjoyed reading this wonderful poem.

Vijay Pandit January 17, 2019 at 7:21 AM Words and rhymes, and various forms lovingly respond to your hello..that is a unique gift, Andrea. All the best in SO's contest.

Alexis Y. January 17, 2019 at 12:59 AM Hi Andrea, This is a good entry for the contest. You do well in all the forms you mentioned. Well done. I hope to see you on the winners list. I wish you the best in the contest:-) Alexis