Andrea Dietrich Poet Sedoka

Infinitude

Billions and trillions 
of galaxies – each shining
billions and trillions of stars
Who can count them all . . . 
when they are only the ones
we see with the naked eye?

April 1, 2020
For Edward Ibeh's Pick-A-Title, Vol 15 - Sedoka - Poetry Contest
title chosen is #2: Infinitude

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Michelle Faulkner April 2, 2020 at 4:11 PM Yes, it is overwhelming to think of, but also breathtaking, the possibilities of infinitude -

Jack Horne April 1, 2020 at 1:46 PM oh, love this one - yes, I often look at the night sky & think just the same thing Andrea Dietrich April 1, 2020 at 2:28 PM I think many people look up and think about that!! thanks, Jack.

John Watt April 1, 2020 at 10:44 AM Lovely thoughts expressed on the vastness of the universe. The mind cannot fathom the numbers nor the expanse. WD and GL in the contest, friend. Andrea Dietrich April 1, 2020 at 2:28 PM yes, it is so unfathomable!!!

Arturo Michael April 1, 2020 at 9:24 AM the In'finite...can't be counted...like a happy smile...You took us to space...

Jenish Somadas April 1, 2020 at 1:37 AM Billions and trillions of stars.. We are trying to count them like pearls in an ocean.. What about the spaces in between.. Great entry in the contest Andrea.. Good luck..