Andrea Dietrich Poet Sonnet

In a World Where I Do Not Exist

Oh, in a world where I do not exist
is beauty unimaginable, for
the landscapes and the waters have been kissed
by vibrant colors; also there's no war
because those living there are all aware
of what is right and wrong, and they all know
their purpose. There nobody has despair.
Everyone and everything has a glow
which emanates from God’s redeeming light.
The souls residing there by thought commune,
and never do their dwellings suffer blight.
To all infirmities they are immune.
I lived there once upon a time . . . I’m sure.
I hope my place there once more to procure.

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Crystol Woods September 9, 2024 at 12:29 PM How beautiful... and full of truth and hope. Our physical flesh bodies may not exist, or have existed, in that age, but our souls, our essential selves are immortal, belonging to God who created them. I believe the only way a soul may die is by our informed choice. Such a thoughtful poem,xoxo

Paula Goldsmith September 7, 2024 at 10:36 AM Back with Congratulations on your win. I enjoyed reading your lovely write again. Have a blessed/fun day with your win......................

Silent One September 7, 2024 at 7:59 AM Great sonnet Andrea.. How would Poetry Soup cope without you??? Congratulations on your placement in the contest.. Andrea Dietrich September 7, 2024 at 10:48 AM I am sure they would cope quite well! Thanks, S O

Robert Warlov September 2, 2024 at 9:02 AM One place where " . . . light fails star-bud blooms" and another ~ " . . . a promised place, a table set in brighter rooms ~ beyond regret". The power of the Christian mythos but also an acquiescence to a collective reverie. ~~ " and what is good, Phaedrus, And what is not good--Need we ask anyone to tell us these things?" ~Robert M. Pirsig, "Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance" Andrea Dietrich September 7, 2024 at 10:50 AM There are many similar attributes in NDEs such as the bright light and the feeling of unmatched love no matter the cultural background of the experienced Robert Warlov September 2, 2024 at 3:44 PM Asking ANY “Near-Death” Experiencer, reveals a consistency in personal expectations and commensurate cultural objects of the subject’s religion. Andrea Dietrich September 2, 2024 at 11:00 AM not sure what you exactly are saying, but ask any near death experiencer, and they will tell you what we are missing out on

Kim Rodrigues September 2, 2024 at 5:58 AM The world imagined, an alternate that you hope to occupy! Andrea Dietrich September 2, 2024 at 11:01 AM I can not begin to imagine Heaven, but I see myself at least on one of its many levels.

Frank Mashina September 1, 2024 at 5:28 AM This is so beautiful. I've been admiring your writing style for a long time. Keep it up! ???? Andrea Dietrich September 1, 2024 at 9:17 AM So nice of you. Thanks

Valsa George August 31, 2024 at 9:17 PM We all live in the hope of procuring that place of happiness once when we leave this life of ours on earth. Well done! Andrea Dietrich September 2, 2024 at 11:01 AM thanks, Valsa

David Crandall August 30, 2024 at 1:56 PM It sounds like Heaven, or a place one lives in childhood dreams. Either way, I like it. Andrea Dietrich September 1, 2024 at 9:17 AM Of course it is heaven

Jay Narain August 30, 2024 at 11:32 AM Nice inspiring poem bringing peace and happiness to mind. Andrea Dietrich September 1, 2024 at 9:19 AM Thanks, Jay

Suzanne Delaney August 30, 2024 at 9:43 AM This is so beautiful and positive, Andrea Many I have read speak of cold and unappealing places. I think this will be a definite winner, Hugs, SuZ Andrea Dietrich September 1, 2024 at 9:18 AM Thanks, my friend

Paige Hind August 29, 2024 at 3:23 PM A hopeful and inspiring tone to all of us- enjoyed, it is beautiful, Andrea. Andrea Dietrich September 1, 2024 at 9:18 AM Thanks, sweet friend.

Paula Goldsmith August 29, 2024 at 11:49 AM I enjoyed reading your lovely write. Yes, go back from where we came. "Good Luck"  We both did this one. Have a great day writing away................. Andrea Dietrich September 2, 2024 at 11:02 AM Good luck to you too.

Daniel Henry Rodgers August 29, 2024 at 9:12 AM Dear Andrea, A perfect poem for the contest. I love your interweaving God into the picture. Without him, we do not exist. - Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel Andrea Dietrich September 1, 2024 at 9:19 AM Thanks, Daniel

Ink Empress August 29, 2024 at 4:54 AM Such a beautiful and hopeful poem, quite different to what i wrote but i love this and i love how you do sonnets always! Queen of sonnets you are! Must be perfect iambic pentameter too? Its so good to have you back! And youv expressed and written such a heartfelt poem! Love this Andrea Dietrich September 1, 2024 at 9:20 AM Thanks, soul niece.

Tom Cunningham August 28, 2024 at 11:36 PM Hopefully we'll all go back there one day to a beautiful world that's without hate and conflicts. Good luck in the contest Andrea. Tom Andrea Dietrich September 2, 2024 at 11:02 AM Only a truly evil and unrepentent soul will likely go elsewhere.