The Young Man From Quebec

The first time I saw him, my heart took flight.
What a beautiful, beautiful sight!
Dark-eyed and gorgeous with plenty of height!
He came where I worked, stealing glances each night
as he streaked through my life like a comet so bright.
In less than one week, that guy would be gone.
What a beautiful, beautiful sight.
How I wished our time could go on.

It seemed all my young life I'd wanted to be
with a boy like that; it was so heavenly
every evening when he came around. I would see
this young man flashing flirty smiles at me!
Later I learned he'd felt shy until he
asked me out finally! We kissed in his car.
With a boy like that, it was so heavenly!
I'll never forget him - my bright vanished star.

Indelible is my memory of the young man from Quebec.

Dedicated to Guy Loranger, wherever he might be.
Nov. 14, 2017 For the  Rhyme Time II Contest of Laura Loo
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017


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Date: 12/11/2017 5:45:00 PM
Nice one Andrea, I live in Quebec and will keep an eye out.
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Date: 11/26/2017 7:53:00 AM
A lovely poem about a lovely memory, Andrea. Congrats on your fine win in the contest. Hugs, Sandra
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Date: 11/25/2017 8:24:00 AM
loved this sweet Andrea :) great rhythm and rhyme, thank you and congrats on top placement :)
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Date: 11/24/2017 9:15:00 PM
Congratulations on a wonderful write!
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Date: 11/24/2017 8:25:00 PM
Andrea, congratulations on your win with this beautifully written poem. Excellent!
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Date: 11/23/2017 1:22:00 AM
Awww thank you for sharing such a cute memory with us all, congrats on your win
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Date: 11/23/2017 12:02:00 AM
Congratulations, Andrea.
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Date: 11/22/2017 5:29:00 PM
Dropping back to say many congratulations on your win Andrea:-) hugs Jan xx
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Date: 11/22/2017 5:06:00 PM
A wonderful write about young love, Andrea - ncely done! Congrats on your win, my friend! :-)
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Date: 11/22/2017 9:49:00 AM
Andrea, back to say congrats on your well deserved win!
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Date: 11/22/2017 8:45:00 AM
Ah love lost...what a shame your handsome man from Quebec come and gone so quickly but his kiss never forgotten...never taken lightly. A Fav!
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Date: 11/16/2017 6:40:00 PM
What a lovely memory.
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Date: 11/15/2017 3:29:00 PM
What a special poem. I really like it a lot! Good luck in the contest Andrea... hugs and smiles :)
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Date: 11/15/2017 2:18:00 PM
A great poem on the wonderful topic of past love! Nice rhythm and flow to this one, weaving in the monorhyme approach!! Best of luck in the contest. Regards, John.
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Date: 11/15/2017 8:50:00 AM
Andrea, Thanks for remembering me! lol Loved it!!
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Date: 11/15/2017 6:58:00 AM
Wow! This flows so smoothly, Andrea, and lovely memories to look back at:)
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Date: 11/15/2017 4:49:00 AM
Andrea, I enjoyed reading this. I too have some fond memories of past girl friends. Good luck in the contest. John
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Date: 11/14/2017 11:56:00 PM
Lovely memories Andrea...best wishes
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Date: 11/14/2017 11:07:00 PM
I remember some Canadians fondly ,too. Nice poem. Just google din Demon Demon Ghost Funk Orchestra and you should be able to hear the setting of my poem. Peace & Love Matthe Anish
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Date: 11/14/2017 10:29:00 PM
Delightful read, Andrea.
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Date: 11/14/2017 6:33:00 PM
Isn't it strange how some people seem to painlessly leave an imprint on our heart with a sledgehammer, Andrea? I'm sure he thinks of you in quiet moments. Such fleeting joy. A fine write, I'm sure you'll do well. Viv x
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Andrea Dietrich
Date: 11/14/2017 7:08:00 PM
I'm sure he thinks of me. He called me three years later after I was married and with a baby. Too little too late! But it was so nice that he thought of me.
Date: 11/14/2017 5:27:00 PM
Wow its my next door neighbor!!!! Kidding, great right about fond memories!
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Date: 11/14/2017 4:54:00 PM
I believe I am aware of the source for your mind and pen (and other) while think, writing this out. It is very clear, bittersweet and should do well with or without a contest. Hugs ... CayCay
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Date: 11/14/2017 4:38:00 PM
Twisted through trails on a tough trek; Then we finally ended up at Quebec; Water would run; We had much fun, Until cold water was up to our neck.
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Date: 11/14/2017 3:22:00 PM
your description of this young man is wonderful, andrea! my first thought was the same as jan's - to google him and see what he's up to, but maybe it's better for him to remain that "indelible memory" in your mind...
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Andrea Dietrich
Date: 11/14/2017 6:50:00 PM
Tried it and I can't track him down.
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