Andrea Dietrich Poet Rhyme

My Heart Is Full

My life is bright. I find it never dull.
So much to do, so much to hear and see.
I’m blessed for all of this; my heart is full.
I praise God for the blessings given me.

I thank the Lord that I have hands to touch
my grandson’s cheek and arms that I might hold
him close to me; I cherish very much
a family to love as I grow old.

I also cherish friends. Though some may leave,
they leave the fabric of their love behind.
With threads of friendships old and new I weave
a tapestry that lingers in my mind.

This tapestry of friendship, life and love
stays in my soul, and so it’s always near -
right by my heart - a heart that’s so full of
my gratitude for all that I hold dear.


Sept. 16, 2019 for Cindi Rockwell's My Heart Is Full Contest

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John Watt February 13, 2020 at 1:50 PM A heart of gratitude is such an attractive attribute in a person. My favorite line: "With threads of friendships old and new I weave / a tapestry that lingers in my mind." Another lovely sonnet from your seasoned pen ~ John

Jeanne Mcgee September 23, 2019 at 10:39 PM I'm glad you won with this tapestry of wonderful words.

Jennifer Walker September 22, 2019 at 7:42 PM What a wonderful way to think about friendship life and love, as a tapestry.

Juliet Ligon September 21, 2019 at 10:05 PM I loved to read of your appreciation for the many blessings God has filled your life with. Congrats!

Constance La France September 21, 2019 at 8:42 PM Andrea, oh your poem is so beautifully penned and touching, congratulations on your win !

Elaine Perrin September 21, 2019 at 8:13 AM Lovely words , congratulations :-) x

Cindi Rockwell September 21, 2019 at 8:00 AM Though I have read many of your poems, I have never read one that seems to so simply but thoroughly capture your true heart. Congrats, Andrea, on your high placement in my contest! ~Cindi~

Line Gauthier September 21, 2019 at 6:36 AM Beautiful, Andrea. Congrats on your podium finish.

Connie Marcum Wong September 21, 2019 at 1:38 AM I loved this beautiful poem Andrea. Especially your third stanza "they leave the fabric of their love behind." What a sincere way to remember friends who have moved on. I am happy to see this gem in the top three! Congratulations on your deserving win! : ) xxoo

Kim Rodrigues September 20, 2019 at 9:59 PM Gratitude for kith and kin and a hearty congratulations, Andrea!

Regina Mcintosh September 20, 2019 at 9:30 PM Congratulations and God bless you always :)

Alexis Y. September 20, 2019 at 9:16 PM Hi Andrea, When I first read this piece, I knew it was going to do well in the contest. Congratulations on a fine win. It was well deserved:-) Alexis

Ann Foster September 19, 2019 at 8:16 PM the fabric of their love... that is so sweet. I love your writings... Ann

Constance La France September 19, 2019 at 5:26 PM Andrea, I think your poem is really beautiful and hope to see it on the winners list ~

CayCay Godwin September 18, 2019 at 7:51 PM Simply lovely, Andrea - no more needs said, lovely it is. Love ... One Who is Grateful for You

Charmaine Chircop September 18, 2019 at 5:02 PM I hold you oh so dear as well dear friend..when I'm here and where I'm not.Beautiful poem of gratitude towards our blessings.Blessings that sometimes I tend to take forgranted..Lovely poem sweet friend.

Alexis Y. September 18, 2019 at 8:46 AM Hi Andrea, Having the things you mentioned does make ones heart full. I haven't got the chance be a grandparent yet, I look forward to it. I wish you the best of luck in the contest. Have a fantastic day my friend:-) Alexis

Caren Krutsinger September 18, 2019 at 6:27 AM When you have this, you have the whole world, Andrea. "my grandson’s cheek and arms that I might hold".

Kim Rodrigues September 18, 2019 at 6:06 AM So much to be thankful for...a life that is full <3 Be blessed, Andrea!

Lindsay Laurie September 17, 2019 at 7:53 PM G'day Andrea … a truly nice positive verse promoting love and peace - thank you Andrea - Lindsay

Bobby May September 17, 2019 at 2:47 PM Never let your heart be full but keep room for others to keep filling this heart so pure, GREAT write Andrea!!

Regina Mcintosh September 17, 2019 at 9:57 AM This is such a wonderful poem, filled with gratitude and I believe God loves your thanksgiving. Bless you always

Abdullah Alhemaidy September 17, 2019 at 9:27 AM Lovely heart!

Jeanne Mcgee September 17, 2019 at 8:28 AM Beautifully said...a tapestry of friendship,life and love. Best wishes for a win in the contest.

Vijay Pandit September 17, 2019 at 7:53 AM This is straight from the heart..love and care in every word, blended in happiness and gratitude. A life well lived, Andrea.