Anne-Lise Andresen Poet Free verse

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31.07.2026

Anne-Lise Andresen
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- The Brain Fog -

    An overwhelming exhaustion
    the brain is working in high gear
    Ability to stay focused
    feels incredibly frustrating

    The curved wings of the gray heron
    seriously floating away 
    Concentration is in free fall
    - a blue sky waiting tomorrow

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Valsa George August 3, 2026 at 8:27 PM Beautiful and profound. For every poem, you have a beautiful image to accompany it. The optimistic tone at the end is invigorating.Love and hugs dear Anne.

Karen Jones August 3, 2026 at 11:38 AM “ The curved wings of the gray heron seriously floating away ” Love that line! Best wishes for the contest.

Silent One August 2, 2026 at 10:59 AM I get brain fog all the time... you explained it really well my friend... S1🌹

CayCay Godwin August 2, 2026 at 12:42 AM We both wrote about brain fog! Different brain fogs, but still, it's what we did (only place my muse went.) So very glad I read yours, I enjoyed it and embrace the upbeat ending which is quite creative. Sending you love ... CayCay

Joe Maverick August 1, 2026 at 1:50 PM I trust you'll get there Anne-lise blue sky Tomorrows, and a bit more ease.'

Sotto Poet August 1, 2026 at 6:59 AM This is an excellent poem that goes into the turbulence of mental conflict and inner voices, examining topics such as concentration, thinking, and the battle for control over one's own mind. Best wishes for the contest

Joseph P. DiMino August 1, 2026 at 5:46 AM Mostly always a blue sky...if not, rest till the next day: the sun will come out, and hopefully we are all there healthy enough to see and enjoy. Have a beautiful weekend, Anne.

Sotto Poet August 1, 2026 at 3:15 AM The last promise of clarity in your poetry is so beautiful, Anne-Lise. When our regular selves just won't cooperate, we've all been there. It usually goes away after a few days of stress and poor sleep. Dear Anne-Lise, good luck.

Victor Buhagiar August 1, 2026 at 3:14 AM What a fantastic take on your imagery. Well done. ❤️

Tom Cunningham August 1, 2026 at 12:10 AM We all have those moments when we can't seem to function as we normally do. Stress and a bad night's sleep are often the cause of it, thankfully it passes. Good luck Anne-Lise and have a lovely weekend. Tom🌹

sara Etgen-Baker July 31, 2026 at 3:26 PM loved 'concentration is in free fall'--well said. best wishes, Anne-Lise with this contest entry...wishing you well, hugs, Sara

Natasha L Scragg July 31, 2026 at 3:09 PM Such relatable words Anne-Lise... love the promise of clarity at the end your poem "a blue sky waiting tomorrow" ... a lovely reminder that when we are in brain fog, it wont last forever... tho it can feel that way sometimes .. 😉🌄🌞