Andrea Dietrich Poet Rhyme

Wonderstruck

In Nazi times, lives were put in danger.
Good folks hid Jews so that they would not die.
Imagine risking one’s life for a stranger!
Wonderstruck by something such as that am I!

And many other acts of bravery
I’ve heard about have made me want to cry.
What sacrifice throughout history!
Wonderstruck by mankind’s valiant acts am I.

Are acts of courage plentiful today?
Or rather – are such acts in short supply?
A narrow path not easy is God’s way.
Wonderstruck by righteous path-takers am I.

Nov. 21, 2021

Entered Jan. 23, 2022 in 'A STRAND (1058)' Poetry Contest

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Ann Peck December 9, 2021 at 4:23 PM Acts of bravery leave us with wonder ~ sometimes bravery comes through the written word. I think we all must wonder if we would have the courage in a similar condition. Your wonderful poem makes us think (a good thing!) Congratulations on your big win :)

Valsa George December 6, 2021 at 5:38 PM A wonderful composition that leaves us wonder struck by the wonderful acts of humanity! Congratulations on your wonderful win Andrea!

Unseeking Seeker December 4, 2021 at 6:42 PM Great musings Andrea, superbly written, as always! Congrats on your win

John Watt November 30, 2021 at 10:08 AM I share that same sense of awe when reading or hearing about such heroic acts when faced with danger. It makes me wonder whether I would respond with courage or cowardice if put in the same situation. I'm sure there are many acts of heroism that go unreported and are unknown to most people.

Sara Kendrick November 30, 2021 at 5:17 AM Reads like a good contender for the contest to me. Way to go. I have seen some movies and read some stories about what went on during that horrible period of time and I am glad some stood up for what was right and helped those being treated in such a horrible manner. I am delighted that you visited my page. Oh, I see the contested has been judged so congrats. Sara

Greg Gaul November 29, 2021 at 1:37 PM That last line in the first stanza makes this whole poem. I was wonderstruck when I first read it. Had to reread it in awe several times. As the backbone of this verse, it makes me see what a bard you are!

Joanna Daniel November 29, 2021 at 1:07 AM Back to congratulate you, Andrea, great job:)

L Milton Hankins November 28, 2021 at 8:41 PM This is an exquisite write, Andrea. I am not at all to find it at the top of the heap in Robert's contest. Good stuff!

Weston Gregory November 28, 2021 at 11:56 AM a sense of hope in evident, righteous path taker scouring the world they are truly few in number. a reflection no doubt for this mirror world. nicely done Andrea.

Joe Maverick November 27, 2021 at 12:24 PM There was a German sergeant Andrea, I must re check his name' in Warsaw he took photos of perpetrated violence On Jews the photos didn't come to light till 1982 Seeing such repetitions now I must focus on the present.'

Lindsay Laurie November 26, 2021 at 8:30 PM Hello Andrea ... acts of bravery that you wrote about won't be forgotten, but many in difficult times are never recorded. Another fine poem Andrea - Lindsay

Anitha Jayasankar November 25, 2021 at 2:21 AM Loved your style of writing dear Ria...I hope you are enjoying your vacation with family...Enjoy and take care...Best wishes and hugs...~ Ani

Delice Arleen Skelly November 25, 2021 at 2:04 AM There are people of courage who stand their ground. The world is in dire need of them...Delice

Caren Krutsinger November 24, 2021 at 10:14 PM So many courageous people whose names we will never know; I feel there are special places in heaven for them too. Great end rhymes and marvelous pen.

Jennifer Proxenos November 24, 2021 at 12:47 PM You write with such wonderful righteous verses my friend - we know your heart , and we know its sentiment and kindness. hugs and blessings my friend, Jennifer.

Bill Baker November 22, 2021 at 5:09 PM Great rhyming and excellent way to open up the minds of your readers to idea of men and women of courage; those tht choose to aim high and live righteous. I do believe heros and heroess are prevalent today. The media just floods the people with the negative. What a shame. The good news needs to be courageously spread, not just the "Good News". You friend and fellow poet, Bill

John Lawless November 22, 2021 at 5:18 AM when asked most people would say "Oh, I could never do that"...BUT....when the pressure is on, somehow,......do. Nice write Andrea

Joanna Daniel November 22, 2021 at 4:30 AM Beautiful poem, Andrea, wonderstruck by your writings:)

Regina Mcintosh November 22, 2021 at 4:12 AM I'm wonderstruck by your poem. Beautiful! God bless you with a win. Love, Gina

Judy Ball November 22, 2021 at 3:58 AM That's what makes a hero a hero. He stands out from the crowd. The greatest Hero of them all took the sins of everyone on the face of the earth on His shoulders and stood strong in the face of extreme cruelty and horror. A beautiful write Andrea. God Bless, JB

Victor Buhagiar November 22, 2021 at 12:38 AM Beginning with Cain, man has proved to be always violent. Fortunately some are still compassionate. Hugs

Kudzai Mhangwa November 22, 2021 at 12:13 AM Indeed we can do with more acts of kindness! Lovely writing as always and very heartfelt write!