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10.04.2024

Anne-Lise Andresen
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- Wistful, Write, Weep, Whisper -
Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: Constance La France

1st place in the contest

- "I saw the angel in the marble and carved until I set him free." - Michelangelo Among crimson flowers and sunsets in brushed calendulas My imagination will not be denied even though I am scared and alone among the fallen ribbons Where grief is a heavy chain Iron reflects on innocent earth Weep - silent tears at the grave - set the angels free An angel chiseled in shining white marble Characterized by silence Weep as a thin veil, otherworldly beauty in a blessed resting place Seeking comfort under own wings A divine place for tears and prayer which brings sanity back to normal level Weep - a weight from the past - set the angels free

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Duke Beaufort

Date: 5/27/2024 5:27:00 PM

Anne-Lise, congratulations on this win. You provide a lot to think about here. You have a very kind and positive view of the value of grief and present it in such an unusual and beautiful way.

Kelli White

Date: 5/2/2024 11:17:00 PM

Beautiful and heartfelt poem filled with poignant images,Kelli

Paul Callus

Date: 5/2/2024 1:41:00 AM

This is beautiful and sad; I love its emotional delivery, Anne-Lise! A fav....and congratulations on your top podium finish! Hugs // paul

Christina Bowring

Date: 4/26/2024 3:32:00 PM

Dear, sweet Anne - Lise, wow, this is a breathtaking piece of exquisite poetry. So poignant, so heartfelt. ‘ Where grief is a heavy chain’ ‘ seeking comfort under own wings’ ‘ set the angels free’. Love the Michelangelo quote and how you skilfully incorporated into your beautiful poem. A very worthy win. Well done. Hugs to you for a wonderful weekend xx

Constance La France

Date: 4/23/2024 4:33:00 AM

Anne-Lise, congratulations on your win in my contest with this beautiful poem, I love the image and quote too, Constance

Phyllis Babcock

Date: 4/19/2024 10:48:00 AM

This is beautiful my friend. As you know this hits my heart. love phyl

Hilo Poet

Date: 4/18/2024 1:09:00 PM

No Wow or Wonderful, but Weep (the word says it) and Wistful (My choice--woeful write) Write (I thought--"Oh woe am I as I write...") Whisper ("Teacher got her ruler!" "QUIET back there!") Great write on your well chosen 'WEEP,' and equally quote chosen--fantastic, Anne-Lise, with my compliments, my friend. Aloha, William

Triny Xiang

Date: 4/16/2024 11:20:00 PM

Beautiful and haunting. You surely can set the angels free. Nice one!

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 4/12/2024 2:50:00 PM

Back with Congratulations on your win. I loved reading your "Weep" write" again. Hugs... Have a wonderful weekend.............

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 4/12/2024 2:40:00 AM

Incredibly beautiful. I'm sure you will place high in the contest.

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 4/11/2024 2:29:00 PM

This poem is an amazing creation, Anne-Lise! It's a fave for me. Best wishes for the contest.

Regina Elliott

Date: 4/11/2024 2:04:00 PM

This is surely a FAVE, Anne-Lise. So very beauteous and classical. God's angels are so precious. My very enthusiastic best wishes for the contest with this worthy entry. xox

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 4/11/2024 11:45:00 AM

Dear Anne-Lise, Your poem is breathtaking. The imagery of "crimson flowers" and "sunsets in brushed calendulas" is stunning, contrasting with the "fallen ribbons" and "heavy chain" of grief. It feels like a release, a dawning of hope. The angel emerging from the marble reflects the beauty found even in sorrow. The emotions are so raw and beautiful. Very Inspirational, - Blessings, Daniel

Jay Narain

Date: 4/11/2024 10:16:00 AM

A nice poem about sadness and on the topic of weep. Great metaphors. Inspiring. GL in contest.

Silent One

Date: 4/11/2024 9:50:00 AM

Hey my friend.. Your poem speaks to the universal experience of grappling with loss and seeking solace in the face of adversity. It reminds us that even in our darkest moments, there is beauty and grace to be found, and that through mourning, we can find healing and redemption

Sotto Poet

Date: 4/11/2024 9:14:00 AM

Anne-Lise, your poem beautifully captures the essence of your topic. A beautifully crafted angel carved from gleaming white stone. A poignant symbol of freedom from the burdens of the past. Truly awe-inspiring!

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 4/11/2024 8:35:00 AM

wow, you wrote an amazing poem about melancholy and sadness here. Beautiful.

Vijay Pandit

Date: 4/11/2024 7:42:00 AM

Your poem speaks eloquently of your theme, Anne-Lise. --An angel chiseled in shining white marble---Weep - a weight from the past- set the angels free---awesome!

Ink Empress

Date: 4/11/2024 12:39:00 AM

What a heartfelt poem this is dear anne lise, i can feel the emotions flowing throughout this, grief and so much more, and how you find comfort in silence within yourself, alone, sometimes it is in seclusion we find healing, i especially felt the lines “ Among crimson flowers and sunsets in brushed calendulas My imagination will not be denied even though I am scared and alon among the fallen ribbons” that hits home! Fave this is.BOL

Yann Rolland

Date: 4/10/2024 7:08:00 PM

wow, beautiful and touching poetry, i love the last verse specially thanks poet

Hilda Greenhough

Date: 4/10/2024 2:45:00 PM

This is an outstanding poem. I like how it interfaces with the comment by Michelangelo. Good luck with the contest.

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 4/10/2024 2:10:00 PM

WOW!!! I love your "Weep" write/angel picture/great ending. You were right, we did pick 2 different words. Hugs... Have a blessed day writing away...........................