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For Nette Onclaud's Vibrations From A Verso Poetry Contest/ July 25, 2025

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Incinerating Us

Incinerating us
one coal black night
my lover lit a match.
The things he said
cannot be taken back.
In my heart are cinders' ash!

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Len Gasun

August 9, 2025 at 11:49 PM

This is beautiful and creative my dear poet friend Andrea! Belated Congratulations on your well-deserved first place win! God bless you always! Happy wkend/new week ahead! Hugs

Paige Hind

July 30, 2025 at 9:59 PM

This has one deep ending to it. A beautiful poem, even short :)

Trina Layne

July 28, 2025 at 7:25 AM

Congrats, Andrea! I love how the poetry flows here. It's a very creative interpretation of the theme.

Krishnanand Guptar

July 27, 2025 at 3:00 AM

Congratulations, dear poetess, on your top win in this contest with a lovely metaphorical poem. "as cinders sift into heart’s bottom ash!"-an imagery packed with signification. Wishing you a pleasant Sunday.

Andrea Dietrich

July 27, 2025 at 10:29 AM

Thanks so much

Valsa George

July 27, 2025 at 2:56 AM

It must have been a dark experience, creating a deep dent in the heart. Beautifully written. Congratulations on your first place win, dear Andrea.

Andrea Dietrich

July 27, 2025 at 10:29 AM

Not really me, Valsa. Just imagining the situation as I often do

Dr. Vandana Sharma

July 27, 2025 at 1:57 AM

One dark black night indeed! Best wishes on your win.

Michelle Mac Donald

July 26, 2025 at 4:50 PM

Heck! This horribly sad! Scary as well! Nicely done! Best wishes, Mikki

Victor Buhagiar

July 26, 2025 at 8:16 AM

Great poem Andrea, so much happened in a short time.

Yann Rolland

July 26, 2025 at 7:36 AM

great metaphor, nights have sentiments expressed,k so sweet poetry

Jack Horne

July 26, 2025 at 5:38 AM

oh, love this, Andrea - so much said in a few lines

Howard Kerr

July 26, 2025 at 5:21 AM

Hi Andrea, the intense imagery and heartfelt narrative of this compelling work leaves an indelible mark on those who value great literature. I wish you well in the contest Howard

Rowena Velasco

July 25, 2025 at 6:06 PM

Andrea, your poem "Incinerating Us" vividly captures the irreversible damage caused by harsh words in a relationship. The metaphor of a match igniting a blaze illustrates how quickly love can turn destructive. The concise and evocative language leaves a lasting impression, making this poem a compelling read for anyone reflecting on the complexities of relationships. Love this...

Andrea Dietrich

July 26, 2025 at 11:35 AM

Thanks. I love Nette's challenges.