Anne-Lise Andresen Poet Free verse

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30.09.2026
Anne-Lise Andresen
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- My Cousin -

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Life is a journey
with many possibilities along the way
– each chapter brings unexpected turns,
ups and downs at every step.

*Carpe diem* is a Latin phrase
meaning "seize the day"
– a quote you often used.

The day your heart ceased to beat in rhythm
with nature’s own pulse.
A sigh that became your last.

"Do not stand at my grave and weep"
I cannot...
it is a sorrow
that no tears can lighten.

Dewdrops of silence speak a language of their own

– Rest in Peace

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Valsa George October 1, 2026 at 8:58 AM "Do not stand at my grave and weep" I cannot... it is a sorrow that no tears can lighten. Is it a recent departure? I feel your pain dear Anne. Some partings are too deep when our mind goes numb that even tears become strangers. A touching tribute to your cousin Love and hugs... Anne-Lise Andresen October 1, 2026 at 10:36 AM - She died on Monday... and I wrote this on Tuesday, Valsa—it came as a shock to us all... Cardiac arrest - only 67 years old... too young to die - hugs

Joseph May October 1, 2026 at 2:27 AM A poignant tribute Anne, hugs Anne-Lise Andresen October 1, 2026 at 11:31 AM - Thank you very much, Joseph - hugs

Joseph P. DiMino October 1, 2026 at 1:50 AM ""Do not stand at my grave and weep" I cannot... it is a sorrow that no tears can lighten. Dewdrops of silence speak a language of their own – Rest in Peace" -- Wow! Great writing! There are some loved ones gone, just to hear their voices again, regardless of what was being said, would be joy enough. Oh well...such is life...and death. Two profound mysteries. I feel your lose. Just lost a dear friend a couple weeks ago. Will say a prayer. Anne-Lise Andresen October 1, 2026 at 11:30 AM - So sorry about your friend, Joe – Death is hard to swallow... an unsavory camel - hugs

Len Gasun September 30, 2026 at 10:40 PM A beautiful dedication to your beloved cousin my dearest poet friend Anne-lise. My heartfelt condolences to you and the whole family. May your cousin finds eternal rest with our dear Lord. Sending my loving prayers. Hugs Anne-Lise Andresen October 1, 2026 at 1:26 AM - Thank you very much, Len - hugs

Yann Rolland September 30, 2026 at 4:48 PM so touching tribute, remembering your loved cousin too Anne-Lise Andresen October 1, 2026 at 1:25 AM - Thank you very much, Yann - hugs :)

Dorothy Gibbons September 30, 2026 at 4:30 PM So sorry for your great loss my dear Anne-Lise hugzzz 🫂💔💋beautiful write ✍️ feel depth of your love in every word " carpe diem " I use alot lately ❤️ life is too short so time to seize the day make memories and every second counts hugzzz🫂 my very dear friend 🧡 painting speaks a volume to me 🌹 Anne-Lise Andresen October 1, 2026 at 1:25 AM - Thank you very much, Dorothy - hugs :)

Tom Cunningham September 30, 2026 at 1:48 PM So sorry for your loss Anne-Lise my condolences to you. Tom🌹 Anne-Lise Andresen October 1, 2026 at 1:24 AM - Thank you very much,Tom - hugs :)

Heidi Sands September 30, 2026 at 1:17 PM I can feel this. Well written. Blessings and hugs :) Anne-Lise Andresen October 1, 2026 at 1:24 AM - Thank you very much, Heidi - hugs