Andrea Dietrich Poet Rhyme

I Shoulda Seen It Coming

I shoulda seen it coming, but blind I had to be.
Otherwise, how did I end up here
looking down. I’m looking down at ME
and everybody in my life so dear.

I shoulda seen it coming. I shoulda heard it too.
How the heck did I wind up like this?
There must have been the sound of choo choo choo.
And vibrations – however could I miss?

I shoulda seen it coming while on that track I stood,
ear buds in while I was listening
to loud music, feeling oh so good.
Now it feels like on my face tears are glistening.

Wow! I still can cry because my soul
has a face and eyes to see from where
I’m looking down at my closed coffin. Wish I could console
my sobbing loved ones (glad to see they care!)

Wish that they could see me now up here
though my body down on earth got hit
so hard!  But I’m brand new in this new sphere!
If I could, I’d tell them also – Grandpa hasn’t even changed a bit!

Jan. 31, 2023
For the  I Shoulda Seen It Comin' Poetry Contest of John Lawless

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Joseph May February 2, 2023 at 8:08 AM From the earthly realms to heavenly heights, Very nicely penned Andrea

Anne-Lise Andresen February 2, 2023 at 3:30 AM ... to discover it from a completely different angle ... a sad poem, Andrea - GL in the contest :) - hugs

Unseeking Seeker February 1, 2023 at 9:28 PM A big wow! So original! Absolutely enjoyed the read

Joe Maverick February 1, 2023 at 8:04 PM Timless Andrea timeless.' All the best in the contest.)

Janice Canerdy February 1, 2023 at 7:08 PM Oh, Andrea, you've made me cry! This is a skillfully-written, moving piece! Janice

Evelyn Judy Buehler February 1, 2023 at 3:36 PM This is a gripping tale, Andrea. You conveyed it well through splendid images and flawless rhyming. Good luck in the contest. :)

Sotto Poet February 1, 2023 at 1:39 PM A horrible tragedy, yet a wonderful and soulful poem, Andrea

Susan Lawrence February 1, 2023 at 4:29 AM Wonderful write … you took me on a journey with your words . What a perspective from above ! Love your creativity Andrea .Good luck in the contest . Big hugs my friend, Susan :)

Joanna Daniel February 1, 2023 at 3:06 AM A pitiful accident, but a soulful write, Andrea:)

Victor Buhagiar February 1, 2023 at 1:37 AM Trains do not stop for anyone. Although a suicide, you write in an amazing way. And looking down, how can you not notice your relatives in grief for your demise. Best for a win. Andrea Dietrich February 1, 2023 at 12:00 PM not a suicide. The person was happily listening to music and just standing on a train track like an idiot.