Heartache
Wishing To Be There When A Loved One Is Dying
in Grief Poems
I wasn't there to say goodbye,
to reminisce of times gone by.
I wasn't there to make you smile,
Ann D. Stevenson
About Ann D. Stevenson
Married to a retired military man and lucky enough to have a lovely family, two children and four grandchildren. Retired, having previously worked as a teacher, in a children’s home and as a PA. Spent a couple of years in America as a child. Subsequently lived briefly in Rome and also in The Falkland Islands. UK homes have been in Scotland, Devon and London. Now settled in the Cotswolds, enjoying gardening, playing bridge and walking the dog, when not writing and reading poetry. Turned to poetry for its therapeutic value when facing difficult times.
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Keep Calm And Breathe
Staying Calm When StressedKeep calm and breathe when feeling stressed,
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when life is tough. If you're depressed
go for a walk, breathe in fresh air;
talk to a friend you know will care; -
A Shining Star
Inspired By The Night SkyI see your star still shining bright
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amongst the others in the night,
a sight so blessed, as by my eye
your star now rests in symmetry. -
Brighter Skies
A Villanelle About Brighter Times Aheadin Hope Poems
If you awake to one more dreary day,
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an empty heart with empty hours to kill,
remember brighter skies are on their way.
Featured Shared StoryFlorence, what a lovely comment; it means a great deal to me. Thank you.
Poems by Ann D. Stevenson
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Well, that took me back a bit. Your old memories are a great deal more detailed than mine! I'm 78 and, like you, scribbling a bit without expecting publication. I will look up your other poems, keep writing.
Best wishes,
Ann D Stevenson
Loved the poem, so clever and funny. A much needed bit of humour in lockdown.
I just love your poems - keep writing. You inspire me to keep writing myself.
I've always loved this poem and taught it to my children and grandchildren at the appropriate time.
I was lucky enough to accidentally stumble on your poetry, which I very much enjoy. Like you, I am retired and finding writing poetry very therapeutic, both in lockdown and because my husband is battling with cancer. Also like you, I am glad to have discovered Family Friends Poetry, who have been kind enough to publish a few of my poems. Very best wishes - keep writing! Ann