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06.01.2024

Anne-Lise Andresen
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7th place in the contest

Baby Jesus wrapped in soft tissue paper Mary and Joseph in a bubble plastic bag The three wise men wrapped in a Christmas napkin The cow is missing an ear and the sheep have become slightly yellow - a donkey and an ox are also included No angels sing, the star is extinguished History and symbols placed in a dark cabinet Same procedure as every year The mantelpiece is empty Wait and expect all-consuming hope is sucked out empty mind Believe when all doubt is against you Enjoy the beautiful dim twilight

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Di11y Da11y

Date: 1/12/2024 11:14:00 PM

Wow you really do achieve the feeling as each line is read - very well done. Congratulations on your placement x

Sotto Poet

Date: 1/12/2024 1:17:00 PM

Back with hearty congrats, on your winning placement Anne-Lise.

Silent One

Date: 1/12/2024 1:14:00 PM

Congratulations on your placement in the contest..

Ink Empress

Date: 1/12/2024 10:31:00 AM

So true same it feels, how deeply moving and heartfelt is your poem dear anne lise. Its so good to again see you here on soup even on winners lists! I always enjoy reading your poems and this is no exception! Congratulations on your well deserved win!

Malabika Ray Choudhury

Date: 1/12/2024 7:18:00 AM

A very special poem - Dear Anne-Lise, deep and intriguing! Congratulations on your win.

Charlotte Puddifoot

Date: 1/12/2024 4:47:00 AM

i think this is a very affecting, atmospheric write - i read more into it than just the packing away of christmas decorations; that fourth stanza is intriguing and hints at a darkness in history...congrats on your win in my contest!

Speaks Volumes

Date: 1/8/2024 9:19:00 PM

I worried when you had the baby wrapped in tissue paper - surly you meant swaddling clothes. Then i read on. and you magically entered our home, and described the procedure exactly. I am not sure how you snuck in Anne-Lise or did you peep through a window? which ever you warmed my heart as that feeling overcame me, that it was all over.. The star no longer shines, the house isn't adorned with green and red and silver and it no longer smells of pine needles, all the carols are packed away and promises of peace and goodwill to man are all that remain. Your poem and the thought you put into writing are priceless.

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 1/8/2024 8:14:00 AM

Your "Flashback" is a creative/true write. Warm picture. All my decorations have been put away. Hugs... Have a blessed day by the warm fire.................

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 1/8/2024 2:12:00 AM

I never forget Christmas. Very detailed poem. Hugs.

Eve Roper

Date: 1/7/2024 8:29:00 PM

Christmas is over, and all decorations put away, for some. ( I still have mine up, remembrance still lingers of faith) That insert in the fireplace does keep the chill out. Well done my friend.

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 1/7/2024 1:44:00 PM

Especially at Christmas, one finds that where there's love, there is faith and hope. So nicely written. hugs :)

Joseph May

Date: 1/7/2024 12:33:00 PM

We must hold on to faith, Very nicely penned Anne

Jay Narain

Date: 1/7/2024 10:28:00 AM

Nice poem. We pack all the Christmas decoration with the hope of reassemble next year. Hope is eternal,

Hiya Sharma

Date: 1/7/2024 1:02:00 AM

This is a deeply heartfelt poem, dear Anne-Lise.. You have so creatively dealt with the dimensions where our faith and hopes are tested through a time of darkness and we are called to keep our beliefs connected, as it may result either in a lustrous glow of life or fade like a fleeting moment in a despairing phase.. An intricate and thought-provoking poem.. Compels me to ponder.. Enjoyed reading this, sending you love & light~ hugs :)

Yolanda Nicholsen

Date: 1/6/2024 5:44:00 PM

Such a lovely write have a blessed night.

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 1/10/2024 11:21:00 AM

- Yolanda, many thanks for your comment :) - hugs

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 1/6/2024 5:31:00 PM

this is a creative write, Anne-Lise. It's sad when the Christmas decorations are put aside, but hopefully the faith of the Christmas season endures in the months ahead. I'm faving this one because of its subtly and creativity. Enjoy your evening, Sara

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 1/10/2024 11:20:00 AM

- Many thanks for your comment, Sara :) - hugs

Sotto Poet

Date: 1/6/2024 2:48:00 PM

Anne-Lise your poem exhibits exceptional imagery, a captivating flow, and a remarkable display of imagination. It explores the concept that faith reaches its highest or lowest point when tested.

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 1/8/2024 4:00:00 AM

- You are right about that, Las ... "high and low" - Many thanks for your comment :) - hugs

Tom Woody

Date: 1/6/2024 1:31:00 PM

Faith is at its zenith or nadir when put to the fire. Xmas trinkets mean nothing. Faith is a living thing. Enjoyed

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 1/8/2024 3:52:00 AM

- It's not so much about the Christmas decorations Tom, but the emptiness, after expectations...life goes on :) - hugs

Silent One

Date: 1/6/2024 12:33:00 PM

This does not seem like a happy, but sad poem about missing someone.. maybe I am wrong..

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 1/8/2024 3:53:00 AM

- Emptiness ... and hope that disappeared, S.O. - hugs

Tom Cunningham

Date: 1/6/2024 12:25:00 PM

Out of sight but not out of mind. Hope your new year is off to a good start Anne-Lise. Tom

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 1/8/2024 3:58:00 AM

-Every holiday I have hope ... every new year I have hope ... the dark closet is always there ... many thanks for your comment, Tom :) - hugs