Anne-Lise Andresen Poet Free verse

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- Why Did You Leave Me -

I lost control of the day again ...
  Staring blindly at my tracks in the sand
  ... they go lonely
  He chose to die rather than live
  If only ... If only ... If only ...
  All the time it pops up ... why?
  The world was turned on its head ...
  He invested everything in a new business a year ago
  No one starts at the top
  and it is rarely black or white
  What went wrong ?
  Don't judge yourself, my dear -
  do not pull me away when the crisis strikes

      Credit, consumer loans and new business
      which did not go in plus
      Why didn't you ask for help?
      - "in good and bad days" we promised each other
      If only ... If only ... If only ...
      I knew you struggled with sleep, initiative and appetite
      You were exhausted, despairing and depressed
      I tried to use my energy to think positively
      With the nerves and emotions in full tension
      - you were not receptive


  My grief cannot be described
  my questions never get answers
  A sense of shock and numbness
  my daily functioning is impaired
  There was so much I would say ...
  Grief has a certain number of tears
  who must cry 
  If only ... If only ... If only ...
  - where it is completely dark there are no stars






04/07/2020
Sun :) - A-L Andresen :)
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The One that got Away Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: Silent One 
2nd place in the contest

- This is a fictional poem :)

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Michael Tor July 13, 2020 at 5:04 PM Financial woes are terribly difficult in a relationship. Your outline gives the reason for the hardship. Your business sense is spot on. Monetary security is all part of a relationship, sad to say but it is a real reality. My parents were very wealthy at one time until our country became Communist and they lost it all, they started over again in America. The happy ending is when they were rich they loved each other and when they were poor they also did. Love conquers all situations. Be blessed. Anne-Lise Andresen July 19, 2020 at 2:43 PM - True love overcomes all - Thank you very much, Michael :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Aditi Mishra July 7, 2020 at 2:41 PM I am amazed at your imagination Anne! This is such a heartfelt muse that I thought it was based on real experiences. Congratulations on your win :) Much love! Anne-Lise Andresen July 19, 2020 at 2:41 PM - Thank you very much, Aditi :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Paula Goldsmith July 7, 2020 at 1:19 PM Congratulations on your win. A powerful write and two words, "If only." Enjoy your win and day with hugs............ Anne-Lise Andresen July 19, 2020 at 2:41 PM - Thank you very much, Paula :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

John Watt July 7, 2020 at 10:27 AM Oh, the power of your words "If only ... If only ... If only ..." This describes the utter heartbreak of the one left behind so poignantly, Anne-Lise. I glad it was not true for you, but I'm sure it is a reality for some... deeply moving, my friend. If only ... If only ... If only ... congratulations for your win. Hugs ~ John Anne-Lise Andresen July 19, 2020 at 2:40 PM - Thank you very much, John :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders July 7, 2020 at 9:41 AM A great write expressing sorrow, grief and tragedy, Anne Lise! I'm glad to know it is fiction. Congrats! Blessings, Rhonda xx Anne-Lise Andresen July 19, 2020 at 2:40 PM - Thank you very much, Rhonda :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Silent One July 7, 2020 at 9:17 AM Great last line, sometimes there are no answers and life can be so unfair.. Congratulations on your placement in the contest.. Anne-Lise Andresen July 19, 2020 at 2:39 PM - Thank you very much, S.O. :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Judy Ball July 6, 2020 at 6:54 PM WoW! What a poignant piece this is. Despair is one of the worst sins because it means you have lost your faith. Without faith all hope is lost. If you have no hope you have nothing. Great write. God Bless, JB Anne-Lise Andresen July 19, 2020 at 2:39 PM - Thank you very much, Judy :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Arturo Michael July 5, 2020 at 11:05 AM "Grief has a certain number of tears" nice line... The emotions were well expressed in this write... Anne-Lise Andresen July 19, 2020 at 2:38 PM - Thank you very much, Arturo :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Gershon Wolf July 4, 2020 at 11:49 PM The wonderful smile on your avatar expertly hides a grieving soul... Heart-rending write, Anne-Lise. Condolences, Gershon Anne-Lise Andresen July 19, 2020 at 2:37 PM - Thank you very much, Gershon :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

John Gondolf July 4, 2020 at 11:31 AM This pulls so deeply at the heartstrings, Anna-Lise, nicely penned. Best of luck in the contest. Hugs, John Anne-Lise Andresen July 6, 2020 at 12:01 PM - Many thanks John, for your comments and visits :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Jennifer Proxenos July 4, 2020 at 10:58 AM Such a sad write my dear friend - your poem depicts the turmoil you are going through. Best wish and hugs, Jenny. Anne-Lise Andresen July 6, 2020 at 12:01 PM - Many thanks for your comments and visits, Jenny :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Demetrios Trifiatis July 4, 2020 at 10:29 AM It seems you and your muse rejuvenated during your short vacation dearest, Anne-Lise! Although the theme is so sad the verses of your poem are dancing beautifully! Excellent write. Good luck. Hugs xxx Anne-Lise Andresen July 6, 2020 at 12:00 PM - Refreshing with some vacation, my friend :) - Many thanks for your comments and visits :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Vijay Pandit July 4, 2020 at 9:37 AM Your photo spells the essence of your poem, Anne-Lise--your poem evokes touching emotions, especially in the final stanza. All the best. Anne-Lise Andresen July 6, 2020 at 11:58 AM - ... thank you my friend, Vijay :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)