Andrea Dietrich Poet Ode

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Ode To Snickers

For Snickers, Aug. 2013 - May 3, 2022

My husband fell in love with him on sight -
the little puppy he brought home one day.
In welcoming him we took such delight -
the way he got excited just to play
or how he was so glad to see us when
we got home from our jobs; he’d wag his tail,
then run to get his rope on which to tug.
So glad indeed were we with him back then.
The years flew by. We got to know him well -
like how he would stand up to get a hug!

Yes, on his two hind legs he would rise up
to let us hug him. Oh, he was our star -
our Snickers named for being a sweet pup,
with markings colored like a Snicker’s bar.
He was not perfect. All pets have their flaws.
But he caught on to most things easily -
like how to act while we were traveling.
He loved his little treats. How sweet he was.
When grandchildren came over, breezily
he played; then things began unraveling.

Our dearest Snickers, with such love to give,
became afflicted, but we did not know
how little time our dog had yet to live.
How greatly did we grieve to see him go.
No more to get to see his cute brown eyes
or listen to him begging for his treat.
No more long walks and things we used to do
like watching him with Christmas toys he’d prize.
Without our doggy, life’s not quite complete.
Dear Snickers, always we’ll remember you.

May 9, 2022
For Form O- Ode- New Poems Poetry Contest
Sponsor: Constance La France
Theme F: Pet

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Constance La France June 9, 2022 at 4:13 AM Andrea, beautiful and emotional poem about your dog Snickers, thank you so much for sharing with us your love and grief and congratulations on your win in my Ode contest, wonderfully penned, tears and blessings ~Constance

Howard Kerr June 4, 2022 at 4:38 PM Hello Andrea, I cannot sing the praises of this magnificent ode highly enough. A touching and creative piece. Heartfelt thanks for reading and evaluating Asking The Way 1 and 2. I especially appreciate the time involved and your constructive review. As for this enigmatic woman - I have already met her. Once again I value your comments Howard

Len Gasun June 3, 2022 at 11:38 PM I'm a dog lover too and I'm moved by your extremely beautiful poem in memory of your beloved pet and friend, Snicker. I'm sure he's now in heaven joining the other angel-dogs including mine. Congratulations on your shining win! Thanks for sharing. Blessings always. Hugs

Sotto Poet June 2, 2022 at 8:02 PM Andrea, many congratulations on your win in Constance's Ode contest. A wonderful ode to the memory of snickers.

Beryl Edmonds June 2, 2022 at 5:34 PM The Ode to Snickers is beautiful Andrea, congratulations on your win in Constance’s contest… Belle

Eve Roper June 2, 2022 at 10:53 AM Congratulations on your win ,Andrea, in Constance's Ode. A great tribute to a beloved friend. Blessings my friend

Paulette Calasibetta June 2, 2022 at 3:22 AM Congratulations on your 1st place win in the contest. A wonderful tribute to a faithful friend. :)Paulette

Christuraj Alex June 1, 2022 at 7:39 PM Remembering the snickers. Beautiful. Congratulations!

Connie Marcum Wong June 1, 2022 at 3:58 PM I am so sorry you and your husband lost Snickers Andrea. Your poem touches the heart of every animal lover. Congratulations on your deserving First place win. Blessings xxoo

Paula Goldsmith June 1, 2022 at 12:15 PM Congratulations on your win. A "Wonderful" yet Sad write. I am so very sorry for your loss. I know your pain. Do you know about the animal rainbow bridge??? You would love it. Have a blessed day................-

Sam Kauffman June 1, 2022 at 9:35 AM Congratulations on your win Andrea! We, too, had a Snickers - a crazy, playful, whimsical Wheaten Terrier - who we lost when she was only nine to PLN - a horrible kidney disease. I so resonated with your Ode to Snickers and your sense of loss. This is so well done in a delicate, soft way that is not morose but beautifully expresses your grief. Am delighted to know a lovely kitty now graces your lives! Blessings.

Gail Debole May 12, 2022 at 5:28 PM Hello Andrea, I am so sorry for your loss. Your poem is beautiful and shares your treasured memories of precious moments with Snickers. I hope your new kitten brings you a great deal of joy. - Gail

Joe Maverick May 10, 2022 at 7:07 PM I can see how dear Snickers was to you Andrea, they give So much pets that become Part of our consciousness.' My condolences To Joe and you..' Andrea Dietrich May 10, 2022 at 7:40 PM thanks, Joe.

Bill Baker May 10, 2022 at 2:29 PM Sorry for your loss, Andrea. Death is death, it's a loss, and it leaves a hole in one's heart. Hope you and your husband are adapting to the empty nest. Hugs, Bill P.S. well written poem for the contest. Andrea Dietrich May 10, 2022 at 7:35 PM For Mother's Day, Joe got me the most beautiful white with blue eyes kitten. Maybe it will be the subject of next Ode or Pet contest that comes along!! the kitten is really a good one!!

Ilene Bauer May 10, 2022 at 12:35 PM a beautifully written tribute to your dog, andrea! you've described him so tenderly i can tell how sad you must be to have lost him. so sorry for your loss... Andrea Dietrich May 10, 2022 at 7:36 PM the first few days were so sad, especially for Joe. I have a new kitty now, however, and it is really cheering up both myself and Joe.

Eve Roper May 10, 2022 at 11:42 AM Sorry for your loss , our pets sure become our beloved family to some of us. Great write, Andrea, enjoyed reading. Good luck in Constance's contest. I just cannot think of anything to write for her. Love and blessings my friend Andrea Dietrich May 10, 2022 at 7:36 PM you should do an ode to a favorite pet you had in your life. Either that, Or do one for your mom or one of your kids, something like that!!

Rob Carmack May 10, 2022 at 10:49 AM Sorry to hear Snickers has passed on. Their lifespans are so short. When the times comes, consider a Dachshund. Andrea Dietrich May 10, 2022 at 7:37 PM I got a kitty!!! Will have to send you pics sometime!

Judy Ball May 10, 2022 at 9:25 AM This is so beautiful and heartfelt Andrea. It really touched me as I have lived with and loved so many dogs and cats. It's heartbreaking to lose our friends who give us so much love and support. They give us all they have to give. When I lost my little Jewel I thought I would never love another dog again and then we found little Duke on Kijiji. Like Snickers he stands up to get a hug and wraps his little arms around my neck for kisses. My deepest condolences on your loss. God Bless, JB Andrea Dietrich May 10, 2022 at 7:38 PM I guess lots of dog stand up for hugs. Did your dog try to hold hands with you. Always Snickers would come beside me and put out his paw to hold my hand. I miss that the most of everything. It was like a real connection I had with him.

L Milton Hankins May 10, 2022 at 8:42 AM Such a lovely tribute to Snickers, Andrea. It is obvious that he held a very special place in your heart. He'll be waiting for you at the Rainbow Bridge! Andrea Dietrich May 10, 2022 at 7:39 PM Along with numerous cats and my best dog ever, Ollyver. I must have written ten poems by now on Ollyver, who died around ten years ago. and a very special cat from many years ago, Callie.

Michael Tor May 10, 2022 at 6:41 AM So sorry for such a great loss Andrea. I can relate with my Boo Boo and many others. They all touch our lives and are so special. Never forgotten... Andrea Dietrich May 10, 2022 at 7:38 PM thanks, and yes, for sure!

Vijay Pandit May 10, 2022 at 4:48 AM Pets are family---as your sweet poem so well conveys. They know how to win our hearts.

Victor Buhagiar May 10, 2022 at 1:57 AM Gee Andrea. I saw snickers and thought of chocolates, my favorite. So it's about a lovely pet. And so well composed too. It is always a pity when they die. My daughter found an abandoned one, ill-treated. It died with in a week. There will be no more dogs for me. It was so heart wrenching to see it die. Hugs. Andrea Dietrich May 10, 2022 at 7:40 PM New pets help us recover more quickly. I have a new kitty now. it's SO pretty and sweet. I can tell it will be a wonderful cat when it is full grown.

Tom Cunningham May 10, 2022 at 12:55 AM A heartbreaking verse that many on here will identify with, myself included. They bring so much joy and leave such a void when they go. Tom Andrea Dietrich May 10, 2022 at 7:40 PM for sure, tom.

Daisy Meadows May 9, 2022 at 11:42 PM This is a lovely poem Andrea. It is heartbreaking to loose a family pet. They bring such joy and keep you company and they are part of the family. A well written piece, that is a lovely dedication. Andrea Dietrich May 10, 2022 at 7:41 PM thanks, Jeanette.