- How I See You Dan -

Once upon a time ....
A little boy was born
He cried when he was born
as most babies do
It was a nice little boy
named Dan

He was born into an ordinary family
Mother, father, siblings, grandma and grandpa
Soft blankets and a crib to sleep in
Unfortunately, not always real life as an adventure
Family life was not a bed of roses

The boy Dan got a new mother and father
A hard time for a young boy
Feelings of betrayal and loneliness
But he got much love of his new family
As the years went by he accepted his life

His teenage years, I will not say much about
Dan was like most young people
Most often kind and helpful
but also a little naughty as boys are
Looked after the girls and went happily to a party

At the end of his life as a teenage he had a special
eye for a pretty girl, who later became his faithful wife.
They were so young both of them, but their hearts had decided.
One day they gave each other: "YES, I WILL"

November 2011 I met Dan
Yes, I met him here in P-Soup
He was one of my first friends here
Always a smile, nice and caring
I was looking forward to his word


We have become "f.e.f." - Forever friends!
Dan is a man who allows himself to be sensitive
Yes, he can even cry
Thoughtful, afraid of hurting others' feelings
He likes a little flirt .... but loves his wife

Dan and I traveled together to the "Land of Happiness"
in the words of the poem, rhyme of course
Dan is the expert on the rhyming (I'm hopeless)
A poem from Dan to me, hanging on my wall with ribbon on

If I mention the word: Pizza .... I think it is more
than me who knows it, he LOVES pizza!!
However, he HATES to shovel snow
Dogs are man's best friend, just ask Dan
Have a beer and a weekend trip with the guys
  is also something he appreciated

Dan you are good as gold and it is not bull****
I love you as my dear friend
Wishing you all the best
A big hug from me to you: "f.e.f." !!





01.10.2013
A-L  Andresen :)
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Sponsor:Dan Kearley
Contest Name :"Who Am I"

(1st place in the contest)
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Macfarlane Avatar
November 1, 2013 at 12:04 PM
Anne Lise ....lovely words written from the heart...so beautiful... plus we get to learn a little bit more about Dan. Congrats on a super win! Hugs
Andresen Avatar
November 1, 2013 at 12:14 PM
- Thanks for the greeting Cecilia, very nice to be on the top of the winner list! (my first time) - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Tams The Golden Girl Avatar
November 1, 2013 at 7:38 AM
Good one Anne Lise, congratulations on your win xx
Andresen Avatar
November 1, 2013 at 7:40 AM
- Thanks for the greeting Mandy, very nice to be on the top of the winner list! (my first time) - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Kendrick Avatar
October 31, 2013 at 6:13 PM
Way to go ..Congrats on your great win..Sara
Andresen Avatar
November 1, 2013 at 2:24 AM
- Thanks for the greeting Sara, very nice to be on the top of the winner list! (my first time) - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Adams Avatar
October 30, 2013 at 8:20 PM
i feel as though i know Dan somewhat through your poem....congrats on your win :)
Andresen Avatar
October 31, 2013 at 4:24 AM
- Thanks for the greeting Sandra, very nice to be on the top of the winner list! (my first time) - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Jones Avatar
October 30, 2013 at 2:29 PM
Anne Lise I so enjoyed learning so much about one of my favorite poet friends through your words...congratulations
Andresen Avatar
October 30, 2013 at 2:30 PM
- Thanks for the greeting Donna, very nice to be on the top of the winner list! (my first time) - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Liwayway Avatar
October 30, 2013 at 11:52 AM
Wow!!Big congratulations on your Grand win friend Anne, enjoying reading your excellent poem before going to sleep..It's almost midnight here. :) :) Have a nice day :)
Andresen Avatar
October 30, 2013 at 11:59 AM
- Thanks for the greeting Maria, very nice to be on the top of the winner list! (my first time) - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Anglesey Avatar
October 29, 2013 at 11:00 PM
WOW, a beautiful poetic story about Dan. Amazing how you learn so much about someone through these special encounters. Congrats on your win !
Andresen Avatar
October 30, 2013 at 3:38 AM
- Thanks for the greeting Karen, very nice to be on the top of the winner list! (my first time) - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Gopela Avatar
October 29, 2013 at 10:59 PM
Congrats, Anne-Lise! You deserve the spot! Bless you always! Love,love,love! :-) -Den
Andresen Avatar
October 30, 2013 at 3:37 AM
- Thanks for the greeting Arden, very nice to be on the top of the winner list! (my first time) - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Mehta Avatar
October 29, 2013 at 9:13 PM
Congrats on your first place win, Anne
Andresen Avatar
October 30, 2013 at 3:37 AM
- Thanks for the greeting Dr.Ram, very nice to be on the top of the winner list! (my first time) - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Ligon Avatar
October 29, 2013 at 8:39 PM
Nice summary of the man Dan. Nice meet you, Dan. Congratulations, Anne Lise!
Andresen Avatar
October 30, 2013 at 3:37 AM
- Thanks for the greeting Juliet, very nice to be on the top of the winner list! (my first time) - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Bantawa Avatar
October 29, 2013 at 6:56 PM
congrats on your win
Andresen Avatar
October 30, 2013 at 3:36 AM
- Thanks for the greeting Kiran, very nice to be on the top of the winner list! (my first time) - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Witherspoon Avatar
October 29, 2013 at 5:49 PM
Congratulations on your win Anne Lise!!!
Andresen Avatar
October 29, 2013 at 5:51 PM
- Thanks for the greeting Chris, very nice to be on the top of the winner list! (my first time) - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Zakerski Avatar
October 29, 2013 at 3:24 PM
Anne-Lise - AWESOME poem!!! Congratulations on your win. It is definitely well deserved.
Andresen Avatar
October 29, 2013 at 3:26 PM
- Thanks for the greeting Kelly, very nice to be on the top of the winner list! (my first time) - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
May Avatar
October 29, 2013 at 3:23 PM
congrats on a great win Anne
Andresen Avatar
October 29, 2013 at 3:25 PM
- Thanks for the greeting Joseph, very nice to be on the top of the winner list! (my first time) - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Andresen Avatar
October 29, 2013 at 2:54 PM
- HOORAY - HOORAY ..... I WON FIRST PRICE!!! - THANKS MY F.E.F., DAN!! ... <3 U!!! :))))) // Anne-Lise :)))))
Situation Avatar
October 25, 2013 at 12:00 AM
Wow! !! Dan's the man.
Andresen Avatar
October 25, 2013 at 3:20 AM
- Enjoyable with a visit from you. - thanks for taking the time to read my poem, T.S. - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Babcock Avatar
October 7, 2013 at 10:54 PM
A wonderful tribute to Dan. Two wonderful people who found friendship thru poetry. Nicely done Anne.Lise. love phyl
Andresen Avatar
October 8, 2013 at 4:37 AM
- Thanks for reading my story about my friend Dan, Phyllis. - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Ekechukwu Avatar
October 7, 2013 at 5:46 AM
Well done Anne,am sure Dan will be filled with. Gladness wherever he is now knowing that he has someone as you. This reminds of me of a lovely friend I cherish Leonorai meet her one day
Andresen Avatar
October 7, 2013 at 5:57 AM
- Thanks for reading my story about my friend Dan, Bob. - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Hendricks Avatar
October 5, 2013 at 1:04 PM
How beautiful, Anne Lise. I'm sure Dan will love it. Kudos to you and your f.e.f. I'm impressed. Licia :-)
Andresen Avatar
October 5, 2013 at 1:07 PM
- Thanks for reading my story about my friend Dan, Delysia. - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Eastman Avatar
October 5, 2013 at 11:48 AM
Wow! A very impresive tribute to Dan!
Andresen Avatar
October 5, 2013 at 11:52 AM
- Thanks for reading my story about my friend Dan, Carol. - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Dey Avatar
October 5, 2013 at 10:44 AM
A good tribute to your sweet friend.....nice piece.
Andresen Avatar
October 5, 2013 at 10:48 AM
- Thanks for reading my story about my friend Dan, Litan. - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Ponce Avatar
October 5, 2013 at 10:14 AM
Incredible. Heartfelt.
Andresen Avatar
October 5, 2013 at 10:22 AM
- Thanks for reading my story about my friend Dan, Jake. - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Johnson Avatar
October 4, 2013 at 5:13 PM
nothing is better than the greatest friend, to talk and laugh and joke with, a place in the heart does mend....
Andresen Avatar
October 4, 2013 at 5:15 PM
- Thanks for reading my story about my friend Dan, Don. - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Adams Avatar
October 4, 2013 at 8:27 AM
what a beautiful tribute to him and a way to let those of us that do not know him yet, get to know him a little...lovely write :)
Andresen Avatar
October 4, 2013 at 12:53 PM
- Thanks for reading my story about my friend Dan, Sandra. - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Gonza Avatar
October 4, 2013 at 12:47 AM
Warm glimpses of a friend personally sealed by you.Thanks much for your comments, Anne-Lise.
Andresen Avatar
October 4, 2013 at 2:15 AM
- Thanks for reading my story about my friend Dan, Franco. - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
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