Anne-Lise Andresen Poet Free verse

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- Death of a Loved One -

When I look at the flashing lighthouse
      on an ocean between the shores of the soul
      Mournful and exhausted, but no tears
      It is through our memories
      my day shall be measured
      as a faded aged road sign with no way

      “Memento Mori” (remember that you will die)
      Death is not an illusion
      but a journey toward an unknown port
      A one way ticket
      my grief will not hold you back

      The priest said a few words in a monotone voice
      the congregation responds: "Rest in peace"
      A longing trembles in my heart
      No one is lying on the pillow close to me
      It's tough, but I can manage

      When all seems dark and filled with gloom     
      I wear a mask and hide my mourning
      although tomorrow, will be my worst fear
      Miss you more than words can describe
        
      No one can ignore or avoid death
      - one day we will meet again
      They await you with love and anticipation
      on the other side

      When the moon shines bright -  I love you good night




      31.03.2023
      Sun :) - A-L Andresen :)
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      Death of a loved one
      Poetry Contest
      Sponsored by: Unseeking Seeker
      6th place in the contest

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Frances Schiavina April 11, 2023 at 8:31 AM So well written makes me shiver. Congratulations on your winning masterpiece.

Valsa George April 6, 2023 at 9:03 AM Congratulations dear Smile on your win. Have a Happy Easter! Love and hugs!

Mystic Rose Rose April 4, 2023 at 12:01 PM "I love you good night" one of the best lines I ever heard, the sadness is palpable here, so is the love, winning over , Love again, :)

Demetrios Trifiatis April 2, 2023 at 11:55 AM Fantastic description of death and dying. Superb writing, my dearest friend, Anne-Lise. A fave! Blessings.

Lisa Ricci April 2, 2023 at 7:29 AM Hello Anne. Good Morning. Contest or no contest this entry can stand on its own. This is very much poetry and I can safely safe we readers second your thoughts of this situation. It was an honor turning to your page and entry. Best of luck in the contest. Have a wonderful day. (smile)

Valsa George April 1, 2023 at 8:22 PM Here there is such a heartening approach to death ! Though death is a reality we have to face single handed and is painful, there is the hope of meeting our dear ones on the other shore of life, one day. An excellent poem dear Shine.

Timothy Ray April 1, 2023 at 12:20 PM absolutely enthralling....line by line you take us into what we all must face at some point and the execution is infallible...i held your hand in my own remembrances and the beauty of poetry is when we walk together in the quills depth.....this poem is when the kindred spirit walks with another soul in sharing the travails of life

Paul Callus April 1, 2023 at 10:59 AM This is sad, but beautiful at the same time, Anne-Lise, but such is the loss of a loved one. Yes, we can all look forward to meeting again... Best regards, hugs and Happy Easter, my friend. // paul Anne-Lise Andresen April 1, 2023 at 11:42 AM - Many thanks for the lovely comment, glad you liked it Paul :) - Happy Easter :) - hugs

Panagiota Romios April 1, 2023 at 5:05 AM With death, comes a chance to let go of a deceased. We cannot communicate with the dead well, maybe some people can…not me, I get overwhelmed by our lack of care for the living I really do. I’ve seen so.many die. I miss them but I look to the living. Loneliess affects all of us, I hope we appreciate those still here. Great poem Pangie Anne-Lise Andresen April 1, 2023 at 11:41 AM - I wish I could communicate with the dead to some extent... but, I can't - We say goodbye... and carry them in our hearts - Life goes on... - Many thanks for reading and your comment, Pangie :) - hugs

Jennifer Proxenos April 1, 2023 at 2:52 AM Again another wonderful brilliant poem fro m Norway to readers around the world. well penned dear friend - funerals are sad as they make us think of our loved ones that have passed - however they are even worse when the funeral is for one of our own loved ones, heartbreaking is the word that comes to mind immediately. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer. Anne-Lise Andresen April 1, 2023 at 11:36 AM - Always sad to lose loved ones... but, life on earth goes on - Grief fades but never goes away - Thank you for your lovely words, my friend Jenny :) - hugs

Regina Mcintosh April 1, 2023 at 12:58 AM Simply beautiful and an apt description of grief. Love this. God bless you sweet friend. Love, Gina Anne-Lise Andresen April 1, 2023 at 11:33 AM - Many thanks for the lovely comment, Gina :) - hugs

Tom Cunningham March 31, 2023 at 9:42 PM Often for those that die it is a realease but devastating for those left behind who find trouble accepting the loss. Tom Anne-Lise Andresen April 1, 2023 at 11:33 AM - Yes, you're right Tom ... thank you very much :) - hugs

Ann Peck March 31, 2023 at 6:09 PM I'm so sorry for your grief, Sunshine. This aging is hard, so many you know are dying. Bands, actors, friends. It's just hard. Beautiful poem about loss. Anne-Lise Andresen April 1, 2023 at 11:31 AM - I read obituaries more often than weather reports...yeah it's hard, Ann - Many thanks for the kind words - hugs

Sotto Poet March 31, 2023 at 2:09 PM Anne-Lise, your lines are filled with anguish, however, they're nicely textured by your closing line, which shudders with faith and premonition. Best of luck to you in the competition. Anne-Lise Andresen April 1, 2023 at 11:23 AM - "I" in this poem has grief - but, is more about accepting death as part of life - Many thanks for the lovely comment, Las :) - hugs

Paula Goldsmith March 31, 2023 at 2:07 PM I love the write/picture. Is "When the moon shines bright - I love you good night" a quote??? If no, it should be. Have a blessed day/weekend......... Anne-Lise Andresen April 1, 2023 at 11:11 AM - Not meant as a quote ... but, it could be ... many thanks, Paula ... glad you liked it :) - hugs

Speaks Volumes March 31, 2023 at 12:42 PM I did not find deep sorrow in your poem Ann-Lise. I saw sentiment, and a logical account of death as a continuation of our journey, that happens to us all. The grief I saw was heartfelt but acceptable and not selfish. I hope I haven't misread this beautiful poem, to me it is exactly as death should be perceived. There must be acceptance by those left behind to honour those that have passed. Please forgive me if I have misinterpreted your lovely words. Anne-Lise Andresen March 31, 2023 at 12:56 PM - You're right, Wendy ... maybe I need to add a little more sadness :))) - hugs

Sam Kauffman March 31, 2023 at 12:07 PM Deep sorrow in your words Anne-Lise but tempered beautifully by your last line - a line that trembles with hope and foreshadowing. Best wishes for the contest. Blessings of peace for your heart. Anne-Lise Andresen April 1, 2023 at 11:08 AM - Sam, always a pleasure to read your comments ... many thanks :) - hugs