Andrea Dietrich Poet Sonnet

When Poetry Is Art

When reading poetry, I like to see
clear imagery! I don’t like things obscure,
for if a poem lacks lucidity,
it’s like I take my glasses off; words blur!
I’m no good at puzzles; I want to know
the poet’s message! Oh, my mind will drift
if all I see are words like whirling snow!
My spirit does not often need a lift.
Good poetry can be both dark or light.
But most of all, I like it when it’s smart!
The use of metaphors and words not trite -
poetic craftsmanship. . . now that is art!
Smooth-flowing – whether it’s free verse or rhyme -
is poetry to which I’ll give my time!

Dec. 13, 2019 for Line Gauthier's 'Fave' Contest

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John Watt January 1, 2020 at 3:43 AM Thank you for embodying the enjambment principle, and for delicious words like lucidity. I'm with you on this - my favorite poems are the ones that tone down the $100 words and mythological references and allusions to Greek philosophers and ancient British history and give the intelligent modern reader a fighting chance to know what is being communicated. Preach! Great sonnet, Andrea. Hugs ~ John

Robert Johnson December 28, 2019 at 6:00 PM When poetry is art, it paints a picture that the soul can interpret and conceive it's beauty in each individuals own perception. I hope my comment is not too puzzling. <3 :) Andrea Dietrich December 29, 2019 at 10:00 AM of course your comment is not puzzling. You are clear to me, just like in your poetry, my friend.

Brenda Chiri December 28, 2019 at 2:00 AM Andrea poetry is art and this is gorgeous! Congrats on your HN!;) Andrea Dietrich December 29, 2019 at 10:00 AM thanks so much, Brenda.

Paula Goldsmith December 26, 2019 at 9:51 AM Congratulations on your POTD. Great job......

Robert Kinard December 18, 2019 at 2:26 PM I like what you said and make sure I don't try any poetic tricks, not that I have. I like you, I write what I feel. Nicely done. and congrats on POTD

Arturo Michael December 18, 2019 at 7:43 AM A lovely vibe of sincerity to this...Congratulations Andrea on POTD

Gershon Wolf December 17, 2019 at 2:52 PM Sometimes ideas take a bit to dawn on me // but here's to clear-headed lucidtiy! Congrats, Andrea, on POTD. Season's Happiness, Gershon

Connie Marcum Wong December 16, 2019 at 7:14 PM How wonderful to see that this is POTD Andrea! You speak for most of us here. Congratulations my friend! Congratulations on your top winning placement as well. Mele Kalikimaka! xxoo

Mike Bayles December 16, 2019 at 4:14 PM I like this poem, Andrea, a novel use of the sonnet from.

Alexis Y. December 16, 2019 at 5:25 AM Hi Jacob, Well congrats to you and Mom. This is adorable. I see that you love your nieces very much. Well done. Congratulations on getting the poem of day. Happy Holidays to you and your family and friends- Alexis Andrea Dietrich December 16, 2019 at 2:47 PM Hey, I think you mixed me up with someone else! Thanks anyway though, Alexis.

Na Na December 16, 2019 at 3:42 AM I`m back to say Congrats on POTD Andrea. Well done. oops I allready said congrats lol.

Na Na December 16, 2019 at 12:48 AM Congrats on your winning poem :)~ Andrea

Subimal Sinha-Roy December 16, 2019 at 12:12 AM Congratulations, Andrea on your win. I totally agree.

Sandra Adams December 15, 2019 at 9:02 PM great write...congratulations on your potd... hugs

Brandy Nicole December 15, 2019 at 6:51 PM Poetry- it's like reading a book. If you just quickly glance or skim over the words. It will leave you feeling empty. Ahhh, yes- something is missing. As every moment matters. Every emotion. "Poetry is Art" I completely agree. And from the heart. Congratulations Andrea, on Poem of the Day. :) Ohhh, I like Puzzles. Figuring things out. :) Brandy

Na Na December 15, 2019 at 5:15 PM I`m back to say congrats on getting POTD Andrea

Anne-Lise Andresen December 15, 2019 at 12:48 PM - Congratulations on your p.o.t.d., Andrea - hugs // Anne-Lise

Tania Kitchin December 15, 2019 at 12:41 PM Congratulations Andrea on POTD with your awesome poem and I like the same type of poems!

Ts Poetry December 15, 2019 at 12:12 PM I like the smooth flowing like you Andrea but to the contrary I enjoy multiple layers and solving riddles/puzzles.

Eve Roper December 15, 2019 at 9:06 AM Nicely done, Andrea, explains it all.. congratulations on POTD. and good luck in the contest. Hugs

John Gondolf December 15, 2019 at 8:14 AM Andrea, I totally agree with your sentiments on the type of poetry I prefer to read, I tend to shy away from reading a poet if I can never understand what it is they are saying. Congrats on POTD. John

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart December 15, 2019 at 8:14 AM I can totally relate to this. Thems be the ones I faves too ;), Congrats on POTD Andrea! xomo

Phil Capitano December 15, 2019 at 7:57 AM So well spoken, Andrea, poetry is an ART form with many tones and colours new and for this fine piece congrats to you. You've identified all the aspects of good writing.

Joseph May December 15, 2019 at 7:44 AM I like a poem that flows well, Congrats on POTD Andrea..

Freddie Robinson Jr. December 15, 2019 at 7:36 AM Shared sentiments, AD. Tho' a lot of people don't really like plain truth delivered up side their head, a straight right cross to the Temple. But I do get your drift. Kudos on POTD. Magnifique poetry! Love and more love always.

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