Andrea Dietrich Poet Quatrain

On Tranquil Lake

Through life, a few times I have wandered
down corridors of uncertainty.
Meanwhile, in an enchanted forest
I have often wished that I could be.

I got to spend a few times in that forest.
So beautiful it was that now it seems
when I look back on those days, I feel like
I’ve steered toward an island of broken dreams!

But that island isn’t necessary.
There hasn’t been too bitter of a pill
I’ve had to swallow! I should say instead
I’ve often found myself in Shouldaville!

But thankfully, I’ve rarely had to dwell
in the Valley of Loss or horrid strife.
On Tranquil Lake is where you will find me
most often, for I’m happy with my life.


Nov. 21, 2017

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Gregory Richard Barden December 9, 2017 at 3:47 PM Wonderful write, Andrea, rife with truth and beauty ... I'm glad you have found happiness, something many of us are still seeking, (though I think the journey lies inside). Congratulations on your well-deserved win, my friend - blessings!

Constance La France November 26, 2017 at 7:23 AM Andrea, love how you combined all the themes, well done dear heart and congratulations on your win in my contest !

Viv Wigley November 26, 2017 at 1:42 AM A strong write, Andrea, typifies your attitude- a mixture of 'Always look on the bright side of life' and our British 'keep calm and carry on'. Congrats! Viv

Brian Davey November 25, 2017 at 1:52 PM Shouldaville!!! That was great I love it! Congrats Andrea

Joseph May November 25, 2017 at 8:49 AM Congrats on a fine win Andrea

Joanna Daniel November 23, 2017 at 6:51 AM Wow! So well done, Andrea, that was great exploring all six themes:) P.S. soupmail

Ravi Sathasivam November 23, 2017 at 3:01 AM Excellent. I love this poem. Good luck to you in this contest.

Paul Callus November 22, 2017 at 3:57 PM Laying your soul bare is never easy, but you have done it without drama or ado, Andrea. I think that you have described your life like I see it: hardly ever over-reacting whilst staying calm and taking things in your stride. ~ Regards // paul Andrea Dietrich November 23, 2017 at 3:31 PM You get me!!

Muhammad Imtiaz November 22, 2017 at 1:18 PM "On Tranquil Lake is where you will find me" are heart touching words ..........it is like making an ocean out of waterdrop......

Francis J Grasso November 22, 2017 at 10:32 AM Especially love your quatrains, Andrea. I like the emotional lift I get in the last stanza of of this poem. Good luck to you in this contest. ...Fran

Winged Warrior November 22, 2017 at 8:41 AM Beautiful entry for the contest Andrea...best of luck my friend...god bless...^WW^

Maurice Yvonne November 22, 2017 at 8:23 AM I love this poem. It deals with dreams and greener grass yet accepts the reality of just contentment. Beautifully written as always. A Fav. Love you, armand.

Alexis Y. November 22, 2017 at 8:10 AM Hi Andrea, This is a good entry for the contest. The last four lines shows that you have a good outlook on life. I wish you the best of luck in the contest:-) Alexis

John Gondolf November 22, 2017 at 4:53 AM Andrea, I think all of us have gone done each corridor at some lint in our lives; I am happy to hear you reside on Tranquil Lake. All the best! John

Line Gauthier November 21, 2017 at 8:51 PM Yes, Andrea, Stay away from Shoudaville. Love your poem.

Ilene Bauer November 21, 2017 at 4:16 PM you are lucky to feel that way, andrea, and your poem reflects that contentment. i love the way you've incorporated all the themes into the poem - very clever! Andrea Dietrich November 22, 2017 at 12:57 PM thanks, Ilene. Yes, if I have to choose among all the themes, it's the only one that comes closest!

Judith S November 21, 2017 at 3:24 PM Beautiful write Andrea! Tranquil Lake sound wonderful! Best of luck in the contest!! ~ Judy

Barry Stebbings November 21, 2017 at 12:42 PM Very pleased for you, Andrea, like the idea of Tranquil Lake. // Barry

Vijay Pandit November 21, 2017 at 12:26 PM An upbeat ending to this lovely poem reflecting on a life well lived!

Frederic Parker November 21, 2017 at 10:22 AM a quiet reflection on decisions made....good luck

Silent One November 21, 2017 at 10:12 AM This is so deep, we all wander through these corridors Andrea.. the most important thing is to find the right exit... A tranquil lake would be an excellent place, or a beautiful waterfall, that where I am... Good luck in the contest..