Andrea Dietrich Poet Rhyme

The Person I Used to Be

I used to be a little different from how I am today,
especially in some beliefs and things I’d do or say.

My mother was (and still is) fanatical; there was no true religion
except for ours; I lived without her zeal – having but a smidgen.

I had no testimony to match my mom’s though half my life I tried
to practice my religion, till one day I put my church aside.

I never had been able to accept some doctrines that for me 
seemed senseless. So with no apology,  I live now religion-free.

I know God lives; God’s grace and love are all. I know this because
I feel it deep inside. The person that I used to be I never truly was.

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Paula Goldsmith October 17, 2024 at 9:55 AM Congratulations on your win. I enjoyed reading your write. Yes, God lives. Have a wonderful day/weekend writing away.....................

Silent One October 12, 2024 at 5:57 AM Wise and true words dear Andrea.. Congratulations for your placement in the contest..

Ink Empress September 20, 2024 at 7:32 AM Oh i didnt see this before! What an honest poem this is, i didnt know you were religion free? But i guess what matters is being true to your beliefs. I respect all. As long as they are kind and not harming others, for me im a muslim. And quite often misjudged for being different. I love how your poem flows in such a sincere manner! Pleasure reading this! Not sure how i didnt see this befo haha! Best wishes sweet andrea! Sending you light always Andrea Dietrich September 20, 2024 at 11:19 AM I respect all people who are open minded and kind regarding other's religious beliefs. Andrea Dietrich September 20, 2024 at 11:17 AM Yes I thought I had told you I stopped going to church. There were too many little things bothering me. However, I do feel the religion I grew up with is closest to the beliefs I espouse.

Joe Maverick September 18, 2024 at 12:46 PM May God be with you Andrea many times once A set format.' That people have often added.? Gets enshrined the whole power thing begins.' I don't belong there only God is the eternal Power.'

Line Gauthier September 18, 2024 at 8:30 AM sincerity in a lovely voice ~ Andrea Dietrich September 18, 2024 at 7:10 PM Thanks, Line