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07.12.2024

Anne-Lise Andresen
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Christmas is full of all emotions Mood blue and melancholy Deep in a dark drawer - Not so much jingle bells The darkest time of the year, woven into a web of expectations Read the writing in the pristine sand not impossible or invisible - emotions are allowed Spill pink ink with gold shimmer when adversity overshadows you Blue ... is a joker Offer each other space by releasing difficult feelings Life experiences, don't just have simple answers Halfway to the answer - humanity and love Where earth and sky meet ... time for reflection

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Andrea Dietrich

Date: 12/9/2024 8:35:00 AM

A very wise and sensitive poem . I feel a little blue myself. Xmas is not the same anymore. Grown up grandkids want only cash or gift cards. Let's just all sit around and count our money. Good grief

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 12/9/2024 8:40:00 AM

- Christmas gifts should be about giving each other something that has been thought out and tailored to the recipient, and not an opportunity to raise money... yes, it's sad Andrea - hugs

Ink Empress

Date: 12/9/2024 6:52:00 AM

Dear anne lise, this is such a heartfelt and brilliant poem that would fit for so many during holiday blues as sometimes holidays can be overwhelming too. I absolutely love the way youv written this and also how your words just flow in such a powerful manner. I especially loved the lines “ Spill pink ink with gold shimmer when adversity overshadows you Blue ... “ love that! Pleasure reading your work, sending you light always

Karen Jones

Date: 12/9/2024 1:49:00 AM

Thought provoking poetry! For me it brings to mind the many who struggle with seasonal disorder. I empathize and wish warm feelings to replace cold blue one! Hugs great engaging poetry Anne-Lise!

Sotto Poet

Date: 12/8/2024 1:44:00 PM

We must never forget the homeless and the lonely, and your moving poetry serves as a potent reminder of this. During the holiday season, when everyone else seems so cheerful, it may be especially hard to cope with feelings of sadness and isolation. Sending best regards and warm hugs

Silent One

Date: 12/8/2024 10:43:00 AM

So many will have holiday blues and will relate to your words.. I hope you find something to smile about in this season..

John Read

Date: 12/8/2024 8:48:00 AM

Hi Anne, Christmas used to be a happy time, not so much these days, having lost so many loved ones, have a lovely day God bless. xx

Len Gasun

Date: 12/8/2024 8:29:00 AM

Gorgeous piece with a lovely message my dear poet friend Anne-lise. I can feel the emotions painted with your words. I hope everyone can cope with the holiday blues.. I'm including myself. Thank you so much for your very uplifting poem my dear poet friend and also for your loving visit. God bless you always and your writings. Hugs

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 12/8/2024 4:18:00 AM

May you have a good Christmas Anne, with love in your heart to heal most anything !

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 12/7/2024 4:08:00 PM

Anne-Lise, your heartfelt poem is a powerful reminder that the needy and the lonely should never be forgotten. Loneliness and sadness are often felt more keenly during the holidays, when others seem so happy. Best wishes.

Ilene Bauer

Date: 12/7/2024 2:18:00 PM

you've expressed what so many people feel at this time of the year, anne-lise, and i think you've done it brilliantly! it isn't always ho-ho-ho's and joy and it's good to acknowledge that...

I Am Anaya

Date: 12/7/2024 1:46:00 PM

Beautiful message, much love is needed, Anne-Lise. Toasts and jingles can’t take a lonely gaze away, true feelings are hidden, we must raise their spirits and help! Perhaps some of your fabulous Ginger cookies xhugs

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 12/7/2024 1:20:00 PM

Spill pink ink with gold shimmer…love the visual! … Mood blue and melancholy Deep in a dark drawer - Not so much jingle bells… We don’t have the simple answers, the questions, yes…the passing of time, experience, silver hair ;) Hugs!

Duke Beaufort

Date: 12/7/2024 1:01:00 PM

Anne-Lise, thanks for reminding us that Christmas might be difficult for some of us. You do this with aplomb! I seem to recall that more people become depressed at this time of year since there is a portrayal and expectation that everyone is thrilled and happy at this time of year. However, the issues we have stay with us throughout the year, and you are a saint to point out we can spread humanity and love to help anyone suffering any distress. It's nice to be on the lookout for people to help!!

Tom Cunningham

Date: 12/7/2024 11:38:00 AM

There's always a lot of expectations at Christmas and emotions run high. Hope you're having a lovely weekend Anne Lise. Tom

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 12/7/2024 12:03:00 PM

- U 2, Tom :) - hugs