Andrea Dietrich Poet Sonnet

The Sweetest Song

(This is about an Irish/Celtic legend:
Oenghus & Caer)

A hundred-fifty swans in dancing light
of sun were shimmering upon the lake
when Oenghus, God of Love, beheld the sight
and called to her who made his poor heart ache,

“You haunt my dreams. I die for love of you!”
With her reply, the cloak that he had on
changed into soft white wings, for love was true.
And thus it was he joined her as a swan.

How great their joy when Oenghus met his mate,
the fair Caer, there in the gleaming throng.
Imagine knowing bliss to be your fate!
In unison, they sang a wondrous song.

It sweetly lulled all listening to sleep,
a melody their hearts would ever keep.

For Brian Strand's  'ALL YOURS (Jan 29)' Poetry Contest

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John Watt August 19, 2020 at 1:01 PM I don't know this legend, but I feel like I do now. I love how they end up singing together! Lovely.

Robin Davis March 30, 2014 at 3:44 PM Andrea What a charming and wonderful fantasy love story. So sweet and full of passion and heart. Thanks you for the kind and flattering comment on my Chances Learned poem.

Harry Horsman August 30, 2012 at 9:56 AM Another classic from your pen, truly a wonderful poem, i'm a sucker for a sonnet.

M. Alpestris April 13, 2011 at 1:32 PM I am only familiar with Greek and Roman legends/mythology, so this is something new for me. Thanks for the beautiful read!

Phyllis Babcock April 13, 2011 at 10:10 AM That is one thing I seem not to have an interest in is mythology and I don't know why. My guess is they make no sense. Neither does science fiction yet I like that better. Nice story you have penned. love phyl

Elaine George April 11, 2011 at 2:35 PM Such a beautiful ,mystical love story and an unstanding sonnet. Just Awesome! Andrea. Lainie

Debbie Guzzi April 11, 2011 at 9:53 AM I forgot to fav this and 7 it LOL I dreampt of the story last night!smooch!

Gert W. Knop April 11, 2011 at 7:44 AM Enjoyed your wonderful sonnet, Andrea! Although this legend is new to me, I loved the imagery of this one!...All the best!...Gert:)

Audrey Haick April 10, 2011 at 9:20 PM I'm learning of so many unheard of legends from this superb poems. Another for the Winners' List! Thanks for sharing this beautiful one which I'll add to my my list of favs. Have a wonderful week ahead. Love, Annalise

Debbie Guzzi April 10, 2011 at 2:35 PM Darn, darn..darn TOO good, stiff competition for SURE! GO Andie! Light & Love

Jack Horne April 10, 2011 at 11:32 AM What a beautiful sonnet. I'd never heard of this legend before : ) Jack. I just Googled Ghost Dance and found an eye witness account of it.

Linda-Marie Sweetheart April 10, 2011 at 10:25 AM Lovely legend Andrea.. one I now know and did not before.. fantastic story.. good luck if for the contest luv.. amazing as always... enjoyed and hope all is going well with Angie and moving day ..

Daver Austin April 10, 2011 at 5:51 AM Sure 'n ba gory! The Irish have such great legends and poetry. How about W. Butler Yeats? Love his stuff. "The Wild Swans at Cool." something like that. Good write. Love, dave

Nette Onclaud April 10, 2011 at 4:46 AM this legend id new to me, heartie.. i think i'll reserch on this some more.. what abeauty, the way you so flawlessly set the tone for this one.... whootie!! winner hall of fame for me..:) huggs and love!

Fabiyas M V April 9, 2011 at 9:54 PM Quite interesting legend,Andrea.A beautful sonnet!

James Foulk April 9, 2011 at 8:25 PM A very creative and well written Sonnet. Thank you for reading The Pond and for your comment.

Kash Poet April 9, 2011 at 6:28 PM Nice Sonnet.Is it for any contest Andrea?

Dr.Ram Mehta April 9, 2011 at 5:29 PM Nice tale of love of Penghus and Caer, Andrea.