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~ some people find life unmerciful to live - balloons are not square ~ Quote by poet When the false grin of darkness assumes victory Can feel the moist fog creeping in heavy clouds beg for mercy a soul's unread imagination of the organ's graceful murmur My burdens rushing through the wireless network Yearning for the heart to yield The climax is pure contrast softness against hardness Repentance and forgiveness I don't need aged hymns under the high vault at my funeral my voice is dead All I ask for; three dazzling white Madonna lilies on my black coffin ... once I looked at the stars 16.02.2023 Sun :) - A-L Andresen :) Copyright © All Rights Reserved Poetry Contest Writing Challenge -F Words Sponsored by: Constance La France 1st place in the contest

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Date: 2/23/2023 9:18:00 AM
Dear Sunshine, A lovely, sad poem--as a funeral should be. It brought tears. Congratulations on your win!
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Date: 2/23/2023 3:02:00 AM
Beautifully sad Sunshine….lovely! Debx
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Date: 2/22/2023 12:37:00 PM
Congratulations on your win. A powerful write/quote/ending. What a sad angel. Angels should not be sad but happy. Have a great/blessed day writing away.....................
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Date: 2/21/2023 11:34:00 AM
Simply amazing Anne-Lise! Poignant! Melancholy! Elegant in its simplicity! Congratulations on your win! Blessings of clear nights so you can see the stars!
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Date: 2/21/2023 8:01:00 AM
Back with congratulations on this winner in Constance's contest. Way to go. Sara
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Date: 2/21/2023 2:36:00 AM
Sunshine, an emotional poem and congratulations on your win in my Writing Challenge F Words, well done, I like your quote and the image, blessings, Constance
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Date: 2/20/2023 10:34:00 PM
What a lovely poem, I really enjoyed reading this. I found this kinda Gothic which I love.
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Date: 2/20/2023 6:01:00 PM
Fabulous Anne-Lise! Love "I don't need aged hymns under the high vault at my funeral" - Congratulations on your win! :)
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Date: 2/20/2023 4:15:00 PM
Anne-Lise, hauntingly beautiful, congratulations on your win! hugs
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Date: 2/20/2023 3:00:00 PM
Beautifully touching.
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Date: 2/20/2023 9:23:00 AM
A different poem from you on thoughts of death. Well written. love phyl
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Date: 2/19/2023 9:52:00 PM
A haunting poem, Anne-lise:)
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Date: 2/19/2023 6:24:00 AM
Anne-Lise such incredible poetry dear friend - I agree with the lilies. HUGS AND BLESSINGS, Jennifer.
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Date: 2/18/2023 5:23:00 AM
Constance, this poem is Stunning! in its language, imagery, message! An instant fav! You may now curtsy while we all throw hugs and bouquets! Sally
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Date: 2/17/2023 7:44:00 PM
What a way to go. Looking at the Stars Anne-Lise. Love your theme in this one and best wishes for the contest. Thanks for sharing.
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Date: 2/17/2023 1:16:00 PM
Ahhh!! Touching. Reads like a good contender for the contest to me. Way to go. Thanks for sharing and for dropping by my page. Sara
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Date: 2/17/2023 12:35:00 PM
Wow! Very emotive, moving with passion. Excellent imagery. "I don't need aged hymns under the high vault at my funeral my voice is dead" -- totally original expression.
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Date: 2/17/2023 9:25:00 AM
this is so beautiful etched in sorrow and signatured with floral love, a fav for me Sunshine . You win hands down
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Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 2/17/2023 2:07:00 PM
- Many thanks so glad you liked it so much...your fave means a lot, Vie Rose :) - hugs
Date: 2/17/2023 5:21:00 AM
Lovely poem Sunshine….especially the last three lines! Debx
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Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 2/17/2023 2:04:00 PM
- Thank you very much, Deb - hugs
Date: 2/17/2023 1:54:00 AM
A delightful poem even though the subject is sad. Loved the flowers on your coffin. Hugs xx
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Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 2/17/2023 2:03:00 PM
- Three lilies ... one for hope ... one for faith and one for love ... that's more than enough, Victor - Thank you for your comment :) - hugs
Date: 2/16/2023 10:54:00 PM
You discribe that sombre scene well Anne and one we'll all experience when our time comes. Tom
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Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 2/17/2023 2:01:00 PM
- Don't think I want to plan my own funeral...those who know me know how to do it...thanks a lot, Tom :) - hugs
Date: 2/16/2023 7:11:00 PM
Anne-Lise, such a fantastic work is a delight to read. Your work is made even more beautiful by the wondrous diction and metaphors you employ despite the sad scenery. Win big
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Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 2/17/2023 1:57:00 PM
- Thank you for your comment ... always a pleasure, Las :) - hugs

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