Anne-Lise Andresen Poet Free verse

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03.11.2023

Anne-Lise Andresen
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- Labyrinthine, Languish, Letter - 
Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: Constance La France

1st place in the contest

- Labyrinthine -

        The labyrinth of love
        butterflies in stomach
        First touch hand in hand
        spiral bound pages ready for scribbling
        handwritten page by page throughout
        Imagine being somewhere you don't recognise
        pretty lost and clueless
        how to arrive out ?
        The world is complex and enchanting
        Archers stand at the entrance and exit

        We walk this sacred path, together
        Navigates through each curve
        Every now and then we need to be reminded
        that stars need darkness to shine
        There is a lesson to be learned in every situation
        Desperately, we yearn to understand the answers
        on the complicated mystery
        - what is the conclusion ?
        Where life and dream meet and separate
        of harmonious words into eternity
        The soul gets bird wings and flies freely

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Beryl Edmonds November 11, 2023 at 3:17 PM Congratulations on your win in Constance’s contest Anne-Lise, this is a beautiful Free verse poem. The Labyrinthine of love and the world certainly is as you say both complex and charming. Hugs, Belle

Paula Goldsmith November 10, 2023 at 1:10 PM Congratulations on your win. What a wonderful write/picture/ending. I really enjoyed it. Hugs... Have a great day............

Ink Empress November 9, 2023 at 11:46 PM Back with congratulations, well deserved win dear Anne Lise, you’ve nailed it.

Sotto Poet November 9, 2023 at 9:05 AM Back with hearty congratulations on your contest top win, with this lovely poem. Hugs dear Anne.

William Kelii Kekaula November 9, 2023 at 6:47 AM Intriguing contemplation instants an interesting perspective, Anne-Lise! Wonderful rendering and digestive rummaging, my friend. My warmest compliments on your winning placement in Constance contest! Aloha, William

Sara Kendrick November 6, 2023 at 1:30 PM Great to read this creative work. If for a contest, it reads like a good contender to me. Way to go. I like the accompanying photo. Your visit to my page added a special touch. Sara K Anne-Lise Andresen November 7, 2023 at 1:37 AM - Sara, thank you very much ... I really appreciate your comment :) - hugs

I Am Anaya November 5, 2023 at 11:34 AM Soulful, really love this, faving. "The soul gets bird wings and flies freely" beautiful line. They say, in the maze we get lost but in the journey of our labyrinth we find ourselves. Blessings! xAnaya Anne-Lise Andresen November 7, 2023 at 1:37 AM - Anaya ... a pleasure to share with you ... many thanks for your comment ... greatly appreciate your words :) - hugs

Joseph P. DiMino November 4, 2023 at 9:02 AM Some see darkness as obstruction only, while others see darkness as kindling for illumination. I am of the latter. When stepping from the ledge of blossom we are given wings, and the unfettered soul soars for eternity. Blessings my friend. Divine poetry. "Where life and dream meet and separate of harmonious words into eternity The soul gets bird wings and flies freely" -- Outstanding! Anne-Lise Andresen November 7, 2023 at 1:35 AM - Sad to live a life in constant darkness ... we need light to live, Joe - Many thanks for your comment ... it is appreciated :) - hugs

Eve Roper November 4, 2023 at 8:38 AM Excellent well written poem, Anne-Lise. This was a hard contest to write for me, as you read mine that was all I could think of. Enjoyed reading my friend. Good luck in the contest. Stay safe have a nice weekend. Anne-Lise Andresen November 7, 2023 at 1:33 AM - I understand this was hard for you to write yours, dear Eve - Many thanks for your reading of my proposal, much appreciated :) - hugs

Ink Empress November 4, 2023 at 6:21 AM “ Every now and then we need to be reminded that stars need darkness to shine” so true and hits home . Sometimes we forget … I absolutely loved reading this very deeply meaningful poem that flows in such eloquence! And with such descriptive words! That last line!! So unique and soulful! Faving this definitely! You are truly a gifted poet! Anne-Lise Andresen November 7, 2023 at 1:30 AM - We need both light and darkness, Ink :) - Many thanks for your commeny, appreciate your words :) - hugs

Vijay Pandit November 4, 2023 at 5:48 AM There is a lesson to be learned in every situation Desperately, we yearn to understand the answers on the complicated mystery---so well said about maze of life. I like the uplifting ending as well! Anne-Lise Andresen November 7, 2023 at 1:28 AM - We don't have to understand everything ... but, we do our best ... many thanks for your comment, Vijay - I really appreciate it :) - hugs

Victor Buhagiar November 4, 2023 at 2:04 AM Love is not easy to attain. Like a maze, we often lose our ways. But with God's help, there is always a way. Blessings. Anne-Lise Andresen November 7, 2023 at 1:26 AM - Appreciate your comment, thank you very much, Victor :) - hugs

Hiya Sharma November 4, 2023 at 1:33 AM Wow, this poem really made me ponder upon all those questionings that you've so eloquently described in your words, dear Anne-Lise. We often wander within cycles of why's, trying to find out the core of those mysteries and complexities, in the wish of getting free from all those burdens and let our energies flow towards stability. But, we must not forget that, there is always a lesson within every situation.. I absolutely I love that line 'stars need darkness to shine' wow.. And that ending too! Anne-Lise Andresen November 7, 2023 at 1:26 AM - Life has many challenges, it is easy to choose wrong ... I really appreciate your comment, Hiya ... thank you very much :) - hugs

Frederic Parker November 3, 2023 at 5:06 PM love is sometimes a long and winding road, dear poet...stars need darkness to shine...great line, beautiful poem dear poet...good luck in the contest Anne-Lise Andresen November 7, 2023 at 1:23 AM - Many thanks, Frederic ... I really appreciate your comment :) - hugs

Beryl Edmonds November 3, 2023 at 4:32 PM A wonderful labyrinthine poem of love Anne-Lise lovely lines - ‘Every now and then we need to be reminded that stars need darkness to shine’ and every other line too. All the best, Belle Anne-Lise Andresen November 7, 2023 at 1:22 AM - Belle, thank you for your comment and good wishes... greatly appreciate your words :) - hugs

Sotto Poet November 3, 2023 at 3:28 PM Anne-Lise, I had a lot of fun reading this well-crafted poem. It captured my attention how beautifully you linked love to the convoluted maze of a labyrinth, a deep metaphor that rings true since love often stretches beyond the domain of ideal blue skies and sweet bird songs. Best Wishes for the cont. Have a great weekend I hope that you're well. Anne-Lise Andresen November 7, 2023 at 1:21 AM - Las, thank you very much ... I really appreciate your comment :) - hugs