Anne-Lise Andresen Poet Free verse

Notes About The Poem

16.11.2023

Anne-Lise Andresen
Copyright © All Rights Reserved

- Nameless, Nightmare, Neglect -
 Words Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: Constance La France

1st place in the contest

- Nameless -

                      ~ the nameless ebony bird sings so mournfully -
                                        the wind lifts your wings ~
                                                                    poet's quote

                                   A gaping hole in the ground
                                       No tombstone or roses
                                      White painted tiny coffin 
                                       angelic hands in prayer
                                         A simple metal plate
                                            with a number

                                     No tolerance for fake tears
                                      Justice must be a promise
                                Newborn child with the right to life
                                      left under a bridge, naked
                                   wrapped in a dirty plastic bag
                                  The child didn't have a chance
                                  in twenty-three minus degrees

                                         A mother and father
                                   abandoned his responsibility
                                         their horrible secret
                                      remains a dark shadow

♡Like0

Share Poem

---

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Christuraj Alex November 26, 2023 at 9:39 PM "A mother and father abandoned his responsibility their horrible secret remains a dark shadow" - Great writing. Sad truths. Congratulations! Anne-Lise Andresen November 27, 2023 at 2:46 AM - Many thanks for your comment and congratulations, Alex - hugs

Paula Goldsmith November 26, 2023 at 8:54 AM Congratulations on your win. WOW!!! What an amazing yet very sad "Nameless" write/quote/picture. How could anyone do this but they do???  Hugs... Have a great/wonderful day writing away........... Anne-Lise Andresen November 27, 2023 at 2:45 AM - Many thanks for your comment and congratulations, Paula - hugs

Nancy Kaufman November 23, 2023 at 2:07 PM Dear Anne-Lise, This is horrific. The cruelty of some humans is unbelievable. You have depicted this sad story in such a masterly way. It breaks my heart though. Thank you for your immense talent and your rare ability to paint such a harsh and blatant reality. Anne-Lise Andresen November 24, 2023 at 2:25 AM - A reality in our world... this story was "made" by the poet, Nancy :) - Thank you for your comment :) - hugs Nancy Kaufman November 23, 2023 at 2:08 PM was this a real scenario or a contest of sorts. Either way lady you mastered it.

Bill Baker November 21, 2023 at 5:23 PM A tragedy beyond words, Anne-Lise. Thank you for reminding us of the atrocities being committed to helpless children and babies. It may have been a blessing to the child, it would have had those people as parents, terrible situation. It so much better to leave at a hospital or fire station so it can be given new parents. I want to congratulate you on having three poems published in the latest Poetry Soup Anthology, Anne-Lise! YEAH !!! Have a great week, my friend. Hugs, Bill Anne-Lise Andresen November 27, 2023 at 2:45 AM - Many thanks for your comment, Bill - hugs

Debjani Mitra November 21, 2023 at 8:35 AM What a take on the theme...so true, your words are so direct and impactful. your poem leaves us sad and thoughtful. Anne-Lise Andresen November 27, 2023 at 2:44 AM - Many thanks for your comment, Debjani - hugs

Yann Rolland November 21, 2023 at 2:41 AM tears me apart, a drama who shoud'nt exist, take care anne lise yann Anne-Lise Andresen November 27, 2023 at 2:44 AM - Many thanks for your comment, Yann - hugs

Andrea Dietrich November 20, 2023 at 10:37 PM Wow. Very profound. Anne-Lise Andresen November 27, 2023 at 2:44 AM - Many thanks for your comment, Andrea - hugs

Evelyn Judy Buehler November 20, 2023 at 2:39 PM So sad when a tiny child is not nurtured, loved and cherished. Truly heartrending. Best wishes and hugs. Anne-Lise Andresen November 27, 2023 at 2:43 AM - Many thanks for your comment, Evelyn - hugs

William Kelii Kekaula November 20, 2023 at 1:09 PM OMGoodness, heart-wrenching this is, Anne-Lise. Sadly, still, 'tis a sort of tragedy enfolds much too often, my friend. Aloha, William Anne-Lise Andresen November 27, 2023 at 2:43 AM - Many thanks for your comment, William - hugs

Sara Kendrick November 20, 2023 at 11:00 AM I felt like crying along with many others who I am sure have cried when they heard or saw such news. Someone who wanted a child would have loved to give that child a home. Thank you for sharing this one with us and for your nice visits to my page. Sara K Anne-Lise Andresen November 20, 2023 at 11:15 AM - Many thanks for your comment, Sara - hugs

Sotto Poet November 20, 2023 at 10:29 AM It is heartbreaking that a vulnerable baby was abandoned when many could have welcomed an unwanted child. Very well crafted, Anne-Lise, best of luck with the contest Anne-Lise Andresen November 20, 2023 at 10:50 AM - The right to life is the most fundamental of all human rights, Las ... unfortunately that is not the reality - Many thanks for your comment :) - hugs ?

Beryl Edmonds November 20, 2023 at 10:21 AM So sad that a new born child was abandoned that way, there’s so many that would have taken an unwanted baby on. Belle Anne-Lise Andresen November 20, 2023 at 10:42 AM - True, Belle :) - Many thanks for your comment :) - hugs

Judy Ball November 20, 2023 at 10:19 AM You can run but you can't hide. God will get them for that. A fie write my friend. I say if you don't want the baby give it to someone who does. Don't kill it. God Bless, JB Anne-Lise Andresen November 20, 2023 at 10:41 AM - I agree, Judy.. many people want children but can't have them... the right "paper" is required to be able to give away a child... not all people are able to do it... don't have the resources or knowledge ... (the weakest people in our society) - Many thanks for your comment :) - hugs

Victor Buhagiar November 20, 2023 at 2:34 AM This breaks my heart though I am sure it has happened many times. Hugs and blessings Anne-Lise Andresen November 20, 2023 at 10:35 AM - It happens more often than we realize, Victor - Many thanks for your comment :) - hugs

Regina Elliott November 19, 2023 at 6:41 AM Anne-Lise, such a heart-rending poem on a tragedy that was preventable. Bless this newborn baby's soul. You penned this sad story with compassion. Many blessings to you. ~ Anne-Lise Andresen November 20, 2023 at 10:34 AM - I wish the child had a chance at life... terribly sad - Many thanks for your comment, Regina :) - hugs

Malabika Ray Choudhury November 19, 2023 at 6:02 AM heartbreaking! Dear Anne-Lise, you have successfully painted a picture of injustice! Your poems are profound! Anne-Lise Andresen November 20, 2023 at 10:54 AM - Many thanks for your comment, Mala - hugs

Mystic Rose Rose November 17, 2023 at 3:10 PM this is heart breaking to read about Anne :( Anne-Lise Andresen November 20, 2023 at 10:32 AM - Yes, I know ... but, many thanks for your comment, Vie Rose :) - hugs

Daniel Turner November 17, 2023 at 11:15 AM A sad reality, Anne. A dark poem filling a heart with all kinds of emotions. Anne-Lise Andresen November 20, 2023 at 10:31 AM - A cruel fate ... many thanks for your comment, Daniel :) - hugs

Joseph P. DiMino November 17, 2023 at 9:01 AM Horrific! But true. Needs telling, such a story...and you shook the foundations. Dark shadows quake with fear and regret, no place to hide from Truth. Great write! You get a FAV! Blessings, Anne. Anne-Lise Andresen November 20, 2023 at 10:30 AM - Many thanks for your comment ... and your fave, Joe :) - So many couples who cannot have children... why is it so difficult to give away their child ... it can mean far too many questions for a mother and a lot of paperwork - hugs

Silent One November 16, 2023 at 2:56 PM oh this one is heartbreaking.. especially that second stanza.. what a sad world we live in .. Anne-Lise Andresen November 20, 2023 at 10:25 AM - Many thanks for your comment, S.O. ... a tragic fate for a newborn child - hugs

Ilene Bauer November 16, 2023 at 1:48 PM so sad, anne-lise, but so well described! good luck in the contest... Anne-Lise Andresen November 20, 2023 at 10:24 AM - Many thanks for your comment, Ilene ... brutal way to start a new life ... born to die - hugs

Frederic Parker November 16, 2023 at 11:54 AM dear poet you thought my poem was painful this poem rips the guts out and leaves a deep deep sadness, for that child didn't ask to come into this world...truly a dark shadow Anne-Lise Andresen November 20, 2023 at 10:22 AM - Many thanks for your comment ... painful but nevertheless a truth, Frederic :) - hugs