We Are

” You are a child of the universe no less than the trees and the stars.” -Desiderata We put down roots and bear our fruits. With dear offshoots, we are like trees. Stars wink their eye, burn bright and die. No asking why - we are like these! For A Strand (1070) Poetry Contest

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Date: 2/11/2022 7:14:00 AM
Dear Andrea, A big congratulations on your win! This is very nice. Neva
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Date: 2/10/2022 9:37:00 PM
Great figurative used. Congratulations!
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Date: 2/10/2022 8:12:00 PM
Congratulations on your win, Andrea, enjoyed reading
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Date: 9/6/2021 8:23:00 PM
So cleverly written - pure joy to read - thank you Andrea... with kindest thoughts Ann xx
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Date: 9/6/2021 7:27:00 AM
I recall reading this poem many moons ago, Andrea, and it is still such a delight to read. Congratulations on your podium finish! Regards // paul
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Date: 9/4/2021 11:40:00 AM
WOW! This is fantastic, Andrea. A big CONGRATS on your win. Janice
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Date: 9/4/2021 10:45:00 AM
Classic Dietrich! :) I really do love this - I'm a sucker for rhyme with great cadence that oozes imagery and beautiful thoughts. Your poem ticks all the boxes. Congratulations & Cheers - Gary
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Date: 8/28/2021 9:19:00 AM
Andrea, I love that title 'We Are'. 'No asking why - we are like these!' And lucky we are too. -Richard
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Date: 7/5/2015 8:45:00 AM
Indisputable truths and beautiful thoughts in 2 short lovely verses. Congratulations, Andrea. :-)
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Date: 7/5/2015 3:12:00 AM
Andrea. congrats.... Always & Forever ~LINDA~
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Date: 7/5/2015 12:06:00 AM
Wonderful deep write Andrea! Congrats on ur win!
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Date: 7/4/2015 7:45:00 PM
Hi Andrea, :) CONGRATULATIONS!!! Thank you for supporting my contest. LOVE SKAT :)
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Date: 3/16/2015 1:27:00 AM
A poem boldly told, Andrea. I enjoyed it. Julia, :)
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Date: 12/26/2014 9:08:00 PM
ANDREA, CONGRATULATIONS on your "DESIDERATA," winning poem... always ~LINDA~
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Date: 12/20/2014 6:14:00 PM
I like this very powerful WRITE. Starwise I can see the light.
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Date: 12/20/2014 9:39:00 AM
Wow, you are still poem of the week Congratulations!
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Date: 12/19/2014 8:39:00 AM
- Congratulations on Poem of the Week, Andrea !!! - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
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Date: 12/16/2014 9:25:00 PM
This is pure magic Andrea
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Date: 12/16/2014 4:40:00 PM
Just back to congratulate you again!
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Date: 12/16/2014 3:53:00 PM
poem of the week how cool is that ,congratulations
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Date: 12/16/2014 8:22:00 AM
Poem of the Week! Wow, congratulations Andrea.
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Date: 12/16/2014 8:11:00 AM
I think this was the hardest theme, but you mastered it brilliantly. Congratulations on your win Andrea.
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Date: 12/16/2014 5:16:00 AM
dang!... I see this also earned the POTW, andie... your mastery of words and beautiful expression make this piece a precious one...a pleasure to have you in my contest with my big congrats!
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Date: 12/16/2014 2:24:00 AM
Andrea, Many Congratulations on having your wonderful poem selected for Poem of the Week!! Very Well-Done!! Best Always, Gary
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Date: 12/15/2014 6:59:00 PM
Wow...just saw this, Andrea! A big congratulations to you for your poem being chosen Poem of the Week! A well-deserved honor for your outstanding poem! Sandra
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