Anne-Lise Andresen Poet Free verse

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- Funeral -

~ 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 :)
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Ann Peck February 23, 2023 at 9:18 AM Dear Sunshine, A lovely, sad poem--as a funeral should be. It brought tears. Congratulations on your win!

Deb M February 23, 2023 at 3:02 AM Beautifully sad Sunshine….lovely! Debx

Paula Goldsmith February 22, 2023 at 12:37 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.....................

Sam Kauffman February 21, 2023 at 11:34 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!

Sara Kendrick February 21, 2023 at 8:01 AM Back with congratulations on this winner in Constance's contest. Way to go. Sara

Constance La France February 21, 2023 at 2:36 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

Aysha Nuwas February 20, 2023 at 10:34 PM What a lovely poem, I really enjoyed reading this. I found this kinda Gothic which I love.

Linda Alice Fowler February 20, 2023 at 6:01 PM Fabulous Anne-Lise! Love "I don't need aged hymns under the high vault at my funeral" - Congratulations on your win! :)

Tania Kitchin February 20, 2023 at 4:15 PM Anne-Lise, hauntingly beautiful, congratulations on your win! hugs

Fin Chuuk February 20, 2023 at 3:00 PM Beautifully touching.

Phyllis Babcock February 20, 2023 at 9:23 AM A different poem from you on thoughts of death. Well written. love phyl

Joanna Daniel February 19, 2023 at 9:52 PM A haunting poem, Anne-lise:)

Jennifer Proxenos February 19, 2023 at 6:24 AM Anne-Lise such incredible poetry dear friend - I agree with the lilies. HUGS AND BLESSINGS, Jennifer.

Sally Eslinger February 18, 2023 at 5:23 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

Michael Tor February 17, 2023 at 7:44 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.

Sara Kendrick February 17, 2023 at 1:16 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

Joseph P. DiMino February 17, 2023 at 12:35 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.

Mystic Rose Rose February 17, 2023 at 9:25 AM this is so beautiful etched in sorrow and signatured with floral love, a fav for me Sunshine . You win hands down Anne-Lise Andresen February 17, 2023 at 2:07 PM - Many thanks so glad you liked it so much...your fave means a lot, Vie Rose :) - hugs

Deb M February 17, 2023 at 5:21 AM Lovely poem Sunshine….especially the last three lines! Debx Anne-Lise Andresen February 17, 2023 at 2:04 PM - Thank you very much, Deb - hugs

Victor Buhagiar February 17, 2023 at 1:54 AM A delightful poem even though the subject is sad. Loved the flowers on your coffin. Hugs xx Anne-Lise Andresen February 17, 2023 at 2:03 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

Tom Cunningham February 16, 2023 at 10:54 PM You discribe that sombre scene well Anne and one we'll all experience when our time comes. Tom Anne-Lise Andresen February 17, 2023 at 2:01 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

Sotto Poet February 16, 2023 at 7:11 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 Anne-Lise Andresen February 17, 2023 at 1:57 PM - Thank you for your comment ... always a pleasure, Las :) - hugs