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For Seth Pina's Venting Or Redemption Poetry Contest

Oh, Beautiful Birds

Oh, beautiful birds,
in my youth, I released you
to bluer skies with hopes high.
You were my longings in flight
before my wishing time
sadly subsided.

Some of you returned
to visit me as I slumbered
deep into nights 
of unrequited dreams.
Others of you flew
far beyond any horizons
where I might ever find you.

A few of you,
like the blue bird and robin,
warbled in my ear from time to time,
but short were those visits to me.
Oh, dear birds of my youth’s
hopes and dreams,
where have you all gone
as my days grow shorter?

If I strive to listen,
sometimes I can almost catch
the sound of your pretty songs.
At my door today,
I can almost imagine the caw
of ravens that in my youth
I never dared 
to dream of.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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Kerr Avatar
September 10, 2026 at 11:27 PM
An inspirational poem of depth and towering beauty, Andrea. An absolute joy to behold and savour.🔥🔥🔥🔥 Thanks for your review of Gold Stamp Tableau. And of course your contest advice which I always value. Howard
Hind Avatar
April 12, 2026 at 9:33 PM
ah, lovely work!! birds are so sweet <3
Kannan Avatar
April 6, 2026 at 7:12 AM
What a beautiful read, Andrea.... Poignant and powerful!!! Is it for a contest? If so, I'd bet it's a winner for sure...
Dietrich Avatar
April 6, 2026 at 11:07 AM
Thanks. It's for the contest of Seth
Kendrick Avatar
April 6, 2026 at 5:21 AM
Yes, I have seen the raven and heard the owl call my name, but only God knows the time and how. I still want to dream which gives me hope despite the pain, fatigue, and other maladies of old age. Thanks for sharing this emotive and expressive one with us. Way to go. Sara K
Dietrich Avatar
April 6, 2026 at 11:07 AM
You are Wonder Woman!
Buhagiar Avatar
April 6, 2026 at 2:29 AM
Once you release caged birds, they may or may not come back. Some may even be killed. Ravens are deadly.
Crandall Avatar
April 5, 2026 at 8:51 PM
Nice, I like birds as dreams, some gone forever, some keep visiting, and one is filled with foreboding!
DiMino Avatar
April 5, 2026 at 6:25 PM
Yes, could I have another chance at life I would jump at it. Too fast, too short. The years now flying by. Just Monday and already Saturday, you know what I mean. All the actors and composers I grew up with are all passing away unrecognizable. And left with the question, what was it all for? Did I do anything of positive value for the world? We are our own hardest critics. Don't think your fine poem is only about birds, enchanting as they are. About life.
Dietrich Avatar
April 5, 2026 at 7:52 PM
Yes. My birds are metaphors. How fast everything is going.
Empress Avatar
April 5, 2026 at 1:51 PM
What a nostalgic and beautiful poem this is sweet andrea! Those good old days, we think of when time keeps fleeting! Your poem here flows so seamlessly and in such a soulful manner! I remember rescuing some birds and watching them fly back into the blues! Sometimes i wonder, how do they know where they want to fly to as they soar so high so effortlessly! Gosh! Your poem is inspiring me! Pleasure reading! A fave this is! Best wishes! Sending you light always
Dietrich Avatar
April 5, 2026 at 7:53 PM
Thanks, Sweetie
Proxenos Avatar
April 5, 2026 at 1:37 PM
I LOVE YOUR LOVE OF NATURE AND THE LOVELY BIRDS YOU SPEAK ABOUT. I hope and pray they all come back to you, you have a kind wonderful heart Andra which is evident from way across the pond. A serene beautiful poem, come back you wonderful birds to ANDREA, SHE IS CALLING YOU. HUGS JENNIFER.
Dietrich Avatar
April 5, 2026 at 7:54 PM
Thanks, Jennifer. You have a kind heart too
George Avatar
April 5, 2026 at 2:00 AM
Powerful and emotive. All flowers don't mature into fruits. All dreams of youth won't turn into fruition. That's life. The sad tone of the poem makes it appealing. All the Best dear Andrea.
Dietrich Avatar
April 5, 2026 at 7:55 PM
Thanks so much, Valsa
Kerr Avatar
April 4, 2026 at 10:40 PM
Magnificent poem, Andrea. Your lines are haunting, evocative and wistful. A so enchanting work. Howard
Dietrich Avatar
April 4, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Thanks so much. I hope the sponsor likes it
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