Anne-Lise Andresen Poet Choka

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03.08.2023

Anne-Lise Andresen
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Choka Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: Kim Rodrigues

6th place in the contest

- The Grandfather Clock -

   Dusty elegance
   the grandfather clock has failed
   hypnotic and slow
   Where did the time go?
   memory which brought your voice
   Last tick and last tock ?
   Gold-plated numbers
   the sound as cradle to rock
   shaves minutes and hours
   In your life's long book
   blessings in bliss and wonder
   ... his treasure and pride
   In the last chapter
   you broke your solemn promise
   ... maelstrom of despair
   Immortality -
   regularly beating heart
   a clock with a soul
   The days comes fluttering back

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Linda Alice Fowler August 21, 2023 at 2:10 PM Back with big congratulations Anne-Lise! :)

Regina Mcintosh August 21, 2023 at 3:32 AM Creative indeed. I just love this, friend, God bless you and CONGRATS. Love, Gina

Sam Kauffman August 20, 2023 at 8:36 PM Oh this is just marvelous Anne-Lise! The last tick and tock - such innovative images and metaphor! Congratulations on your wonderful win! Blessings and hugs

Kim Rodrigues August 20, 2023 at 6:23 PM A wonderful subject! …a clock with a soul. Congratulations, Anne-Lise, on your placement in my contest!

Linda Alice Fowler August 15, 2023 at 7:57 AM A terrific write Anne-Lise. As always your endings draw me in... :)

Sotto Poet August 5, 2023 at 2:56 PM Beautifully crafted, this evocative piece is adorned with exquisite imagery that seamlessly weaves together with the essence of its possessor's existence. Engagingly descriptive lines transport the reader into a vivid realm, leaving an indelible impression on the senses.

Tania Kitchin August 5, 2023 at 5:40 AM Anne-Lise, I love this, very creative, grandfather clocks are one of my favorites , I have two of them and a grandmother one too! Hugs.

Joseph May August 5, 2023 at 12:08 AM A clock that holds memories as it keeps time, Very nicely penned Anne

Sara Kendrick August 3, 2023 at 3:01 PM Very descriptive lines that seem to mesh with the life of the owner. I enjoyed reading it today. Reads like a good contender for the contest to me. Way to go. Your presence at my page added a special touch. Sara

Vijay Pandit August 3, 2023 at 2:52 PM They are keepsake treasures even when they no longer work.

Robert L. Hinshaw August 3, 2023 at 2:07 PM Beautiful poem and a very handsome grandfather clock in the picture. I have 2 of them - one I bought in Germany and one I put together from a kit. I had a collection of nearly 70 clocks of all sizes and shapes but have sold most of them to down-size. Best to you, Anne-lise - Bob H

Paula Goldsmith August 3, 2023 at 12:57 PM A lovely write/story. I enjoyed it. Over the years, I have had 2 people with grandfather clocks. Loved the sound they made. "Good Luck" Hugs... Have a great day.............

Frederic Parker August 3, 2023 at 12:22 PM I never knew either of my grandfathers or grandmothers...so to me your poem about this grandfather clock speaks to what I missed...

Suzette Richards August 3, 2023 at 11:20 AM I love the hypnotic sound of a Grandfather clock. A lovely write, Anne-Lise.