Andrea Dietrich Poet Sonnet

I Stand Here

I stand here at the center of the world
embraced by a sweet joy that makes me feel
so good! I'm melting ice cream that's been swirled
with luscious butterscotch. I want to reel
from giddiness. I cannot merely stand.
I need to move. I want to leap and dance.
There is no other feeling quite so grand!
I'm thinking of long kisses and romance
while feeling loopy! It's as if a wave
of happiness has risen from the sea.
It's oceanic, and its willing slave
I want to be as it rolls over me.
Here where I'm standing in the middle of
HIS world, I am engulfed by his warm love.

10/14/2018
For the "I Stand Here" Contest of Craig Cornish

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Richard Lamoureux November 5, 2018 at 8:36 PM Congrats on being # 2 in the top 100!

Darlene De Beaulieu November 5, 2018 at 5:29 PM Hello Andrea, congrads on your win. A beautiful written poem. Have a nice evening my friend.

Christopher Flaherty November 5, 2018 at 4:43 PM Center Middle Standing in a Pool of Love His Fantastic Andrea Love this

Jay Moore October 26, 2018 at 10:24 AM Nice work. Congrats also

Vladislav Raven October 24, 2018 at 5:48 PM Hi Andrea, congratulations for your win in the contest. This is such a beautiful write my friend. This was worthy of being on any winners list. I find such peace within the words. You have crafted a beautiful piece. A Fave. Have a wonderful Thursday. Hugs....Mike. XX

Anisha Dutta October 23, 2018 at 11:45 PM CONGRATS Andrea to win.

Joseph May October 22, 2018 at 10:50 PM Beautiful write Andrea..Congrats on your win..Soup mail

Agnes Krampe October 22, 2018 at 4:26 PM coming back with congrats!

Line Gauthier October 22, 2018 at 3:58 PM Back with more congrats, Andrea.

Line Gauthier October 21, 2018 at 9:56 PM Lovely poem, Andrea. Congrats on your win.

Mark Peterson October 21, 2018 at 6:08 PM Enormously satisfying, the wave you ride cannot help but crash with delight upon the world of this man you love. And your love just like the sea, is witness to the fact that there is no end of crashing waves.

Kim Rodrigues October 20, 2018 at 8:26 PM Oh yes, I remember this delicious poem! Congratulations, sweet lady!

CayCay Godwin October 20, 2018 at 1:45 PM I'm guess most went to sorrow, challenge or despair with this theme, but you are right - one can feel the intoxication of 'good' as described by you. I found it contagious. So glad you placed, sweetie - very glad. Love ... CayCay Andrea Dietrich October 20, 2018 at 11:39 PM I am glad too . Was wondering if the sponsor would like it or not. Thanks, sweet Caycay.

Constance La France October 19, 2018 at 9:15 AM Andrea, you have penned a beautiful joyful poem for the contest, I like it a lot, and best of luck ~

John Gondolf October 16, 2018 at 3:09 PM Sounds like you are loopy in love...best of luck in the contest. John Andrea Dietrich October 16, 2018 at 4:42 PM sounds like. It's fictional.

CayCay Godwin October 16, 2018 at 3:46 AM Andrea: I think your muse has been on fire in the best possible way. I've only read 2 so far but you are rocking some serious talent. Each poem is complete joy to my senses. You really can lite me up. Love ... CayCay Andrea Dietrich October 16, 2018 at 4:43 PM thanks so much, Caycay. Glad you think so.

Arthur Vaso October 16, 2018 at 1:21 AM That's very beautiful Andrea, it makes me travel back in time a wee bit.

Susan Ashley October 15, 2018 at 12:06 PM Oh yes, your describe that heady emotion of falling in love so vividly with your delicious and exhilarating imagery. Your sonnet shines in its romantic beauty! Best wishes for a win.. ~Susan

Carolyn Devonshire October 15, 2018 at 11:08 AM What awesome images you employ to create your perception of God's world. I was moved by your faith, especially in the final line, Andrea. Wishing you success in Craig's contest with this beauty! Hugs, Carolyn

M. L. Kiser October 15, 2018 at 10:42 AM That is a beautiful view at the "center of the world". Good luck in the contest.

Rhona Mcferran October 14, 2018 at 11:21 PM "I'm melting ice cream that's been swirled/ with luscious butterscotch"- say no more! ;D Beautiful poem- love it! ;)

Robert Johnson October 14, 2018 at 10:10 PM I like how in the end he could be God or that dreamy love interest. And also, I loved how you were enveloped in the joy of an appreciation of just feeling that joy.

Chris Hagy October 14, 2018 at 8:58 PM I don't have much time tonight, but I had to read your latest! this is so lushly smooth and beautifully written...you describe how I used to feel when taking bare back rides on my horse. Love this Andrea :)

Kim Rodrigues October 14, 2018 at 8:54 PM Delicious poem! I love butterscotch!

Agnes Krampe October 14, 2018 at 5:10 PM Love the imagery in your poem; I can taste the feeling you describe.

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