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- Needed One -

                                       When violet flames burn
                                             on dried leaves
                                      Sweetness fills my throat
                                          Whispers of longing
                                       felicity with satisfaction 
                                      Conch shells in harmony
                                            fragrant luxury
                                          Satemwa dark tea
                                           what a rich flavor
                                          with hints of cocoa,
                                                  vanilla
                                            and licorice root
                                      It was a winter after noon
                                      I truly needed a cup of tea

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Paula Goldsmith Date: 2/11/2024 8:48:00 AM Back with Congratulations on your "Tea Time" write. I loved reading your wonderful tea write again. Now for a cup of tea or coffee... Have a blessed day with a cup of tea or coffee............. Login to Reply

Sotto Poet Date: 2/8/2024 11:44:00 AM Back with congratulations on your contest win, Anne-Lise. Login to Reply

Speaks Volumes Date: 1/21/2024 2:57:00 PM Wow Anne-Lise this is amazing. You have me longing for just such a cup of tea. Its more than imagery you created for my eyes, you have tempted my taste buds with your awesome description of your tea. Only word i have is WOW,......... A heartfelt applause my friend Hugs Wen. Login to Reply

Paul Bell Date: 1/21/2024 3:24:00 AM Can't wack a cup of tea, unless it's a cup of coffee. Login to Reply

Sotto Poet Date: 1/20/2024 1:03:00 PM Bravo, Anne-Lise! Your verses on the fiery violet flames igniting dried foliage and the longing for a cup of tea on a wintry afternoon were a delight to savor. Login to Reply

Sara Kendrick Date: 1/20/2024 11:43:00 AM That must have been a very delicious cup of tea with a varied flavor. Great writing. Thanks for sharing your talent with us. Sara K Login to Reply

Sam Kauffman Date: 1/20/2024 10:23:00 AM Oh, yummy Anne-Lise! What a delightful and delicious blend of flavors all in a tea! I love tea and can't wait to find this one that is new to me. Your poem is as charming as the tea itself. I know that afternoon feeling when I know I need a cup of tea! Best wishes for the contest. Warm blessings to you! Hugs! Login to Reply

Joseph May Date: 1/20/2024 9:31:00 AM The ingredients of this tea appeals to the taste buds, Lovely verse Anne, hugs Login to Reply

Jerry Brotherton Date: 1/19/2024 6:51:00 PM A wonderful poem, my friend. I'm not a fan of tea, but you make it sounds lovely. Login to Reply

Hilda Greenhough Date: 1/19/2024 2:12:00 PM Thank you for this warming poem. I hope you do well in the contest. Login to Reply

Paula Goldsmith Date: 1/19/2024 12:50:00 PM I love tea. I love your write/pretty tea picture. How about a cup??? Hugs...  Have a blessed day/weekend writing away.......... Login to Reply Anne-Lise Andresen Date: 1/19/2024 2:00:00 PM - Ok, you have to make it ... I don't have tea, Paula :) - Many thanks for your lovely comment :) - hugs

Silent One Date: 1/19/2024 12:09:00 PM You made teas sound so amazing!! Nicely done my friend.. Login to Reply Anne-Lise Andresen Date: 1/19/2024 1:57:00 PM - Many thanks :) - Have a lovely weekend, S.O. :) - hugs

Ink Empress Date: 1/19/2024 11:38:00 AM This is such an uplifting and soulful write dear anne lise! And I absolutely love the picture you’ve used here too , which goes so well with the poem. I love tea, and as maldivians we have our tea time: lately i prefer jasmine rose and mint tea, so soothing. But this sounds like a delicious flavor tok that you’ve described in such eloquence: pleasure always reading your work. Sending you light Login to Reply Anne-Lise Andresen Date: 1/19/2024 1:56:00 PM - Many thanks for your lovely comment, Ink :) - hugs

Jay Narain Date: 1/19/2024 10:55:00 AM I heard winter is pretty bad in your realm, any hot drink will sooth and keep you warm. Login to Reply Anne-Lise Andresen Date: 1/19/2024 10:59:00 AM - I'm so tired of shoveling snow... - You need something to warm your fingers on when you get indoors... tea, coffee or hot cocoa, Jay - Many thanks for your comment :) - hugs

Hiya Sharma Date: 1/19/2024 9:28:00 AM This is a gorgeous poem, dear Anne-Lise.. Such beautiful descriptions you've given throughout creating a spellbinding ambience for the reader.. I like your wordplay here & the wonderful flow that you've created.. "what a rich flavor with hints of cocoa" Mmm, that's sounds delicious!! A lovely write.. Sending best wishes & light :) Login to Reply Anne-Lise Andresen Date: 1/19/2024 10:55:00 AM - Sounds good... but, I rarely drink tea ... I think I can say never ... it's been years since I drank a cup of tea ... I googled a suggestion :) ... never heard of this tea - Many thanks for reading and lovely comment, Hiya :) - hugs

Tom Cunningham Date: 1/19/2024 8:32:00 AM I must admit it's a tea I'm not familiar with Anne-Lise, but it sounds delicious, perfect to drink on a cold day. Good luck in the contest and enjoy your weekend. Tom Login to Reply Anne-Lise Andresen Date: 1/19/2024 10:48:00 AM - And I have to admit that I never drink tea :))) - My weekend will be filled with lots of snow... way too much snow... - Have a lovely weekend, Tom :) - hugs

Lin Lane Date: 1/19/2024 8:12:00 AM I have to say it again, Anne-Lise. You find the most beautiful pictures to accompany your poetry. They perfectly highlight the significance of your thoughts. Login to Reply Anne-Lise Andresen Date: 1/19/2024 10:51:00 AM - I spend some time to find a photo that I like and that fits my text and feelings, Lin :) - Many thanks :) - hugs

Yann Rolland Date: 1/19/2024 8:10:00 AM wonderful and inspiring, i need a break for tea yann Login to Reply Anne-Lise Andresen Date: 1/19/2024 10:49:00 AM - Enjoy your tea, Yann ... thanks for your comment :) - hugs