Anne-Lise Andresen Poet Free verse

- When the Backpack Feels Heavy -

Hold on tight 
    A journey begins 
    Not in the crowded city streets 
    A journey of high mountains 
    as close to heaven 
    that you think you can catch the stars 
    Pack your backpack with sad thoughts 
    Upwards ... the bag is heavy 
    I will hold you in your hand 
    Stop ... take a deep breath 
    Your journey has begun 
    Proud high mountains suddenly makes the backpack a little lighter 
    Follow your feet forward
    The air is crisp and fresh 
    Even if you are tired 
    Lower your shoulders 
    I'll teach you to dance on the sparkling snow 
    Our goal is the top 
    The backpack feels lighter 
    Do not give up - we will reach our peak 
    Heavy thoughts erased 
    Abrasions and tired feet 
    Satisfaction - a major force 
    The goal is reached ... you won 
    Dance in the sparkling snow ... catch your star 
    The backpack is empty 
    The whole world is at your feet




    21.05.2014
    A-L  Andresen :)
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Shaun Herron October 19, 2014 at 6:45 PM Excellent commentary on climbing mountains. I love how you contrast the emotional build of the journey against how heavy the pack feels. It is a true interpretation of the emotional perception. Anne-Lise Andresen October 20, 2014 at 11:20 AM - Hi Shaun, thanks for visiting and nice comments on my poem: - When The Backpack Feels Heavy - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Jslambert Mister Roboto August 2, 2014 at 6:14 PM SEVEN and added to my short list of faves!!!!!!!!!!!! Anne-Lise Andresen August 3, 2014 at 5:50 AM - Highly appreciate to come to your fav. list, JSL - Thank you !!!

Jslambert Mister Roboto August 2, 2014 at 6:13 PM "as close to heaven that you think you can catch the stars "-Your poetry is better than my therapist!~ THis is my favorite so far! PRISTENE VOYAGE! Anne-Lise Andresen August 3, 2014 at 5:47 AM - Your therapist costs a lot of money ...... my poems are free :)))) - JSL, thanks for visiting and nice comments on my poem: - When The Backpack Feels Heavy - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Muhereza Rodgers Roger June 19, 2014 at 3:18 PM Do have a scar? That's what i mean each of your poems i read leaves one on me!! Anne-Lise Andresen June 20, 2014 at 7:56 AM - Everyone has some content in their "backpack" - Life is not "painted in pink" - R.R. thanks for visiting and comments on my poem: - When The Backpack Feels Heavy - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Ettie Christian-Bowling June 15, 2014 at 1:06 PM Lovely write 8-)-Love Ettie Anne-Lise Andresen June 15, 2014 at 1:19 PM - Hi Ettie, thanks for visiting and nice comments on my poem: - When The Backpack Feels Heavy - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Malkavian Raven June 10, 2014 at 5:14 PM Great message written here: Never give up, especially on yourself and if need be, ask for help from loved ones around you. Very nice piece, Anne. hugz - Raven Anne-Lise Andresen June 11, 2014 at 11:30 AM - You're absolutely right ......Never give up .... !!! - Raven, thanks for visiting and nice comments on my poem: - When The Backpack Feels Heavy - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Harry Horsman June 10, 2014 at 10:43 AM I read so much love in this poem, Anne-Lise Andresen June 10, 2014 at 11:59 AM - My friend Harry, thanks for visiting and nice comments on my poem: - When The Backpack Feels Heavy - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Pace Ink-U-Script June 7, 2014 at 6:13 PM This is an amazing write....I truly love the way you penned this. Beautifully done!!! Anne-Lise Andresen June 8, 2014 at 2:53 PM - Pace Ink-U, thanks for visiting and nice comments on my poem: - When The Backpack Feels Heavy - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Bl Devnath June 5, 2014 at 10:51 AM Hi! my lovely friend, it's a magical poem boosting up to go high with optimistic view. Your sensational pen talks nicely. I am stopping by..... here. My one of favorite poems indeed. Loved always, bl Anne-Lise Andresen June 8, 2014 at 2:52 PM - Dear friend bl, thanks for visiting and nice comments on my poem: - When The Backpack Feels Heavy - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Scott Thirtyseven June 5, 2014 at 6:25 AM Wonderful. The world is so much a lighter nicer place without those worries. Anne-Lise Andresen June 8, 2014 at 2:51 PM - Scott, thanks for visiting and nice comments on my poem: - When The Backpack Feels Heavy - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Robert Lindley June 4, 2014 at 8:36 PM Just reading that delight made my backpack lighter my friend!! Fantastic write.. BBBravo!!!!! Anne-Lise Andresen June 8, 2014 at 2:50 PM - Hi Robert my friend, thanks for visiting and nice comments on my poem: - When The Backpack Feels Heavy - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Deborah Shiells May 31, 2014 at 7:25 AM Hi Anne Lise, This was such a sweet and peaceful write to read. It reminded me of when I used to ski. I loved the emphasis of lighter and no load at all analogy, the imagery was perfect. Thanks for sharing this write with us. Thanks so much for your visits and kind words. Love and Peace, Deborah Anne-Lise Andresen May 31, 2014 at 7:33 AM - Hi Deborah, thanks for visiting and nice comments on my poem: - When The Backpack Feels Heavy - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Paul Callus May 30, 2014 at 12:53 PM Love how that backpack keeps getting lighter!! All worries and problems vanish once our goal is attained. /x/ paul Anne-Lise Andresen May 30, 2014 at 12:58 PM - Yes, we have to struggle a little to get a lighter "backpack" :) - Paul, thanks for visiting and nice comments on my poem: - When The Backpack Feels Heavy - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Carolyn Devonshire May 29, 2014 at 6:04 AM Dear Anne Lise, All we need to do is go out and enjoy nature to lighten our "backpacks." You really have a beautiful message in this creative write, filled with awesome images on you "journey." Love, Carolyn Anne-Lise Andresen May 29, 2014 at 10:56 AM - Carolyn, thanks for visiting and nice comments on my poem: - When The Backpack Feels Heavy - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Arlene Smith May 28, 2014 at 1:26 PM Very encouraging.. Thank you for this write, Anne..Arlene.. Anne-Lise Andresen May 28, 2014 at 1:36 PM - Arlene, thanks for visiting and nice comments on my poem: - When The Backpack Feels Heavy - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Richard Ferry May 28, 2014 at 9:49 AM Thanks for helping me lighten the load..........rick Anne-Lise Andresen May 28, 2014 at 12:31 PM - Richard, thanks for visiting and nice comments on my poem: - When The Backpack Feels Heavy - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Matthew Anish May 27, 2014 at 10:04 PM Reminds me of the song "Rocky Mountain High" by John Denver, Have you ever climbed a mountain? I went to the top of Pikes Peak in Colorado - but we drove to the top. Great words! Peace & Love Matthew Anish Anne-Lise Andresen May 28, 2014 at 2:22 AM - I have never climbed in the really BIG mountains, Matthew :) - thanks for visiting and nice comments on my poem: - When The Backpack Feels Heavy - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Justin Bordner May 27, 2014 at 7:05 PM The voice of a Gaurdian Angel, and every mountain has a prize. This sweet motivational poem elicits these happy thoughts Anne, thank you. I really like your extended style. I'll go star catching now. J.A.B. Anne-Lise Andresen May 28, 2014 at 2:20 AM -Justin, thanks for visiting and nice comments on my poem: - When The Backpack Feels Heavy - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Ken Carroll May 27, 2014 at 1:50 PM Some nice sentiments in this one Anne! Anne-Lise Andresen May 28, 2014 at 2:19 AM -Ken, thanks for visiting and nice comments on my poem: - When The Backpack Feels Heavy - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Nette Onclaud May 27, 2014 at 9:47 AM may you journey light, anne... a sweet hello to you.. huggs Anne-Lise Andresen May 27, 2014 at 1:03 PM - huggs, to you :)))

Ravi Sathasivam May 27, 2014 at 6:52 AM Excellent. Well crafted poem. Enjoyed reading it. Tfs Anne-Lise Andresen May 27, 2014 at 8:11 AM - Ravi my friend, thanks for visiting and nice comments on my poem: - When The Backpack Feels Heavy - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Keith O.J. Hunt May 26, 2014 at 12:50 PM Beautiful write Anne! I too am for venturing and I took up bird watching not too long ago, Always, Keith ;-) Anne-Lise Andresen May 26, 2014 at 1:29 PM -Keith, thanks for visiting and nice comments on my poem: - When The Backpack Feels Heavy - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Carl Fraser May 26, 2014 at 7:36 AM A very uplifting and inspiational poem Anne, I needed this today as well, blessings,Carl Anne-Lise Andresen May 26, 2014 at 7:40 AM Thanks for visiting, Carl .... always enjoyable ! - My warmest thoughts go to you. - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Nette Onclaud May 26, 2014 at 7:28 AM on a suddenly rainy hour, tjis uplifgts me, anne.. missed posting on yopur page; my computer has been so slow for days.. huggs! Anne-Lise Andresen May 26, 2014 at 7:33 AM - Missed your sweet smile, dear friend Nette - Thanks for visiting .... always enjoyable ! - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Peggy Caulfield May 25, 2014 at 2:20 PM Lovely poem. Anne-Lise Andresen May 25, 2014 at 2:34 PM - Peggy, thanks for visiting and nice comments on my poem: - When The Backpack Feels Heavy - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

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