Andrea Dietrich Poet Acrostic

Oblivion

Oh, what a strange yet seemingly typical phenomenon it is these days
But hearing of folks sinking into a state of forgetfulness -
Lying on their beds or in the public streets, drunk or stoned out of their minds.
It is most unfortunate that so many people today wish to
Vanish themselves from the world and bury themselves
In deliberate ignorance, unmindfulness, unawareness,
Or even complete unconsciousness to escape their miserable circumstances.
Nobody is meant to be perpetually oblivious unless they're in an actual coma!

March 25, 2023
for Writing Challenge - 'O' Words Poetry Contest 
Sponsor: Constance La France

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Valsa George March 27, 2023 at 10:40 PM Many helplessly sink into oblivion through dementia or Alzheimer's. But some deliberately invite oblivion as an escape from the harsh realities of life. Congratulations on your win dear Andrea Andrea Dietrich March 29, 2023 at 11:58 AM so true about dementia or people that end up like vegetables

Anne-Lise Andresen March 27, 2023 at 10:49 AM - Back with a congratulations, Andrea :) - hugs

Joanna Daniel March 26, 2023 at 10:50 PM Congratulations on a great acrostic win, Andrea:)

Kim Rodrigues March 26, 2023 at 6:53 PM You’ve said it, sister! I love my wakefulness but many live in oblivion. Hugs ~ Kim

Linda Alice Fowler March 26, 2023 at 1:34 PM I could never understand weakness Andrea. I know it's around us, but I find facing life preferable to denying it. Great write! Congratulations on your win! :)

Constance La France March 26, 2023 at 12:59 PM Andrea, congratulations on your win in my Writing Challenge 'O' Words with your wonderful acrostic poem, blessings, Constance

Daniel Turner March 26, 2023 at 9:41 AM Despair and self loathing are terrible bedfellows. Powerful pen, Andrea. *per usual)

Richard Ferry March 26, 2023 at 8:01 AM Interesting subject. I have eaten the worm at the bottom of the bottle. And been in cocaine comas for long stretches of time. Hahaha Some of the best times of my life..Hell of a rollercoaster ride. Andrea I doubt very much you have lost control of your senses ever Thats a good thing for most people. Keep up the good work. Read my poem My Demon That tells it all Take care

Fin Chuuk March 25, 2023 at 9:20 PM These days, anything goes. Lol. Great write for contest, Andrea.

Yann Rolland March 25, 2023 at 8:26 PM i don't know why, people do, this is deep and generous poem, thanks yann

Ilene Bauer March 25, 2023 at 1:17 PM this is great, andrea! best of luck in the contest...

Anne-Lise Andresen March 25, 2023 at 1:17 PM - Something to think about, Andrea ... and we ask questions, why ... probably many different answers .. great poem :) - Good luck in the contest :) - hugs

Ann Peck March 25, 2023 at 12:25 PM You're so right, Andrea! We may wish to be zonked, but I believe we're here for a purpose, come what may. Best of luck!

Eve Roper March 25, 2023 at 11:12 AM Great write For the contest.

Alexis Y. March 25, 2023 at 11:01 AM Wow! Andrea, This is an excellent acrostic. It's a good poem for a contest. It describes the state of our world very well. You excel in all forms. Best wishes in the contest. PS, How are you? I hope is well with you and your loved ones. Have a great day and weekend-Alexis