That Evening On the Pier

We had our last hurrah that evening on the pier. Some friends of mine brought beer while some brought wine. The vista was divine. The sun began to sink as shades of rosy pink streaked teal blue sky. We joked while getting high. Back then, we never knew our friendships, like that view, would fade away. . . Written 7/10/14 by Andrea Dietrich For the ON THE PIER Poetry Contest of nette oncluad
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Babcock Avatar
October 7, 2014 at 11:25 PM
So sad when friendships die away and we lose touch over time. Nice memories I bet. love phyl
Yvonne Avatar
October 6, 2014 at 4:39 PM
STUNNING!!!!
Trichet Avatar
July 18, 2014 at 4:30 AM
Congrats Andrea, loved it.
Mister Roboto Avatar
July 17, 2014 at 5:39 PM
where was I this night. I would have brought the Bud to light, and I ain't talking Bud Light! Reads like a StUNNER a #1 Stunnuh. And to answer a question you asked a few days ago, I DO FEEL POETRY is DEFINITELY an ART!!!!!! Especially because no many properly appreciate it NOWADAYS. In due time, it will cycle back. That's why it is urgent for us to keep the flame lit, no matter what! You inspired me to write that last poem..."When No One Reads!"
Dietrich Avatar
July 17, 2014 at 8:58 PM
I made up this night, By the way. I never drank alcohol. Just tried it once in my 20's!!! I had to think of a rhyme with pier and that got me going on this poem. haha
Mister Roboto Avatar
July 17, 2014 at 5:41 PM
"NOT many properly appreciate poetry"---I meant. Type-o
Austin Avatar
July 16, 2014 at 10:14 AM
Yes, with a ship fading in the distance. Love it. Love, Dave
O.J. Hunt Avatar
July 15, 2014 at 1:01 PM
Wonderful write Andrea! Congrats! Always~~~Keith :-)
Chutani Avatar
July 15, 2014 at 11:26 AM
A lovely write and win Andrea. Mohan
A. Sharma Avatar
July 15, 2014 at 3:02 AM
Lovely write Andrea! Last lines most beautiful yet sad,, trust me out friendship will never fade,, we r not of the types that cud ever change! Congrats on great win!
Hamilton Avatar
July 14, 2014 at 3:03 PM
this is beautiful Andrea such emotion with in its lines congrats on win hugs
Smith Avatar
July 14, 2014 at 2:57 PM
Happy to see this one on the winners list, Andrea! Congrats on a great win! Hugs.. Arlene
Gibson Avatar
July 14, 2014 at 2:41 PM
Congratulations, Andrea...such as apt capturing of the fragileness of relationships.
Onclaud Avatar
July 14, 2014 at 2:06 PM
you delight me with this lively mood and then surprised my senses with your last lines, andie.. wow.. this deserves a fine place in my contest.. sweet congrats and huggs
Allison Avatar
July 14, 2014 at 12:02 PM
dropping back with my congratulations. Hugs jan xxx
M V Avatar
July 13, 2014 at 9:51 AM
Beautifully penned for the contest,Andrea.Wishes
Thirtyseven Avatar
July 12, 2014 at 11:03 PM
How well you catch a moment. Having only just left a group of friends from one of life's stages, this is very poignant for me at present. A nice read.
Sirak Avatar
July 12, 2014 at 6:33 AM
Oh this poem brings back memories. Fresh from high school, I took off with my boyfriend for a summer on the gulf coast. The romance didn't last but memories of the sun dipping past the pier linger on.
Callus Avatar
July 12, 2014 at 3:47 AM
Ah! the memories! We can never foresee what the future has in store for us. This is such a lovely write, Andrea, especially the final two lines; love your teal blue sky streaked in rosy pink. a sure winner! // paul
Bordner Avatar
July 12, 2014 at 2:10 AM
Sometimes friends aren't meant to last, only their love Andrea...J.A.B.
Anish Avatar
July 11, 2014 at 10:06 PM
Dear Andrea I like the misty feel of this poem. People drift out of your life sometimes. I have a couple of friends whom I looked for on the web with no success. "Not fade away" Peace & Love Matthew Anish
Allison Avatar
July 11, 2014 at 2:21 PM
stunning imagery which didn't fade like friendships often do. Hugs Jan good luck in the contest.
Kendrick Avatar
July 11, 2014 at 1:34 PM
Time does bring changes in our lives doesn't it..Enjoyed reading your contest entry..Reads like a winner to me..Thanks for the visit to my page..Sara
A. Sharma Avatar
July 11, 2014 at 12:38 PM
Wonderful poetry Andrea! True Friendships don't ever fade ,, be it we meet or not! Gl in contest dear!
Austin Avatar
July 11, 2014 at 11:47 AM
Sad about friendships. I can relate so easily. Love, daver
Manassian Avatar
July 11, 2014 at 10:19 AM
Yes....nostalgia is hitting me hard these days, my dear. Beautiful write. Teal blue sky...that must be a beauty to see. Hugs
Smith Avatar
July 11, 2014 at 7:48 AM
Love this, Andrea! Just hanging out and having fun, we don't realize what cherished memories we are making.. I always expect to see you on the winners list and I am sure not to be dissapointed with this one!.. Hugs.. Arlene
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