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Ann D. Stevenson

About Ann D. Stevenson

I began writing poetry in my retirement. I have found it very therapeutic when facing difficult times - such as my husband being diagnosed with cancer. I feel very lucky to have discovered Family Friends Poetry, who have published some of my poems. It is especially rewarding when people comment kindly on my writing.

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Poems by Ann D. Stevenson

A Triolet Of Heartbreak
- Published: July 16, 2021
Losing Someone You Love

in Loss Poems

Why did you have to go away
and leave me with a broken heart.
I prayed and prayed that you would stay,
why did you have to go away.

Why did you have to go away
and leave me with a broken heart.
I prayed and prayed that you would stay,
why did you have to go away.
Now every day is dark and grey,
I never thought we'd be apart.
Why did you have to go away
and leave me with a broken heart.
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Endless Summer
- Published: July 9, 2021
Memories Of Happier Times

in Summer Poems

Oh, for those cloudless days of old
when holidays went on forever,
clear blue skies were lit with gold.

Oh, for those cloudless days of old
when holidays went on forever,
clear blue skies were lit with gold.

Grass seemed so much greener then,
days fluttered by like butterflies
in the garden playing with friends.

Fields were full of wildflowers
we picked and pressed into a book,
books were read for many hours.

Those trips away beside the sea,
ice cream and donkeys on the beach,
and surfing through the waves with glee.

We built our castles in the sand,
whilst kites reached heights of happiness,
it seemed those days would never end.
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Flying Free
- Published: June 4, 2021
Sometimes Death Can Be A Release

in Family Death Poems

A whispered breath
and then your soul
flew, silent and swift,
like a passing owl.

A whispered breath
and then your soul
flew, silent and swift,
like a passing owl.

Away from pain
and muddled brain,
now free to join
lost loved ones again.

The memories stay,
your love, your smile,
part of our lives
for a long, long while.
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Heartache
- Published: April 28, 2021
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,

I wasn't there to say goodbye,
to reminisce of times gone by.

I wasn't there to make you smile,
to tell old stories, laugh awhile.

I wasn't there to talk of fun,
the happy times in life's long run.

I wasn't there to share the years,
those times of happiness and tears.

I wasn't there to hear your fear
of leaving those you held so dear.

I wasn't there to feel your pain,
you knew we'd never meet again.

I wasn't there to hold your hand
when you parted from this land.

I wasn't there to share our love,
before you joined the stars above.

I wasn't there, I shed a tear.
In my heart you're always there.
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Keep Calm And Breathe
- Published: October 16, 2020
Staying Calm When Stressed

in Inspirational Poems

Keep calm and breathe when feeling stressed,
when life is tough. If you're depressed
go for a walk, breathe in fresh air;
talk to a friend you know will care;

Keep calm and breathe when feeling stressed,
when life is tough. If you're depressed
go for a walk, breathe in fresh air;
talk to a friend you know will care;
don't keep those feelings all suppressed.

Be honest, say if you're distressed;
those feelings need to be addressed.
There is a message I can share.
"Keep calm and breathe."

You'll find when feelings are confessed
and healing methods are accessed,
tough times are easier to bear;
and I will say a little prayer.
These words will help you to destress:
"Keep calm and breathe."
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Ann D. Stevenson, Gloucestershire, UK
2 months ago

Fantastic poem - well done. So true. That says it all. I just wish I had written it myself.

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Ann D. Stevenson, Gloucestershire, UK
3 months ago

I've only just seen this kind comment - I'm sending a very belated 'thank you'.

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Ann D. Stevenson, Gloucestershire, UK
4 months ago

I just love the poem. I had been feeling a bit low, and then I read your poem and the world felt like a brighter place. Thank you.

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Ann D. Stevenson, Gloucestershire, UK
5 months ago

Mary
Good to read your bio. I, too, have been going through a difficult time and find that writing poetry helps, if only to focus on something positive.

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Ann D. Stevenson, Gloucestershire, UK
6 months ago

Honestly Anne, find yourself an illustrator and you're done. Just let me know when the book is in print. Bless you for your kind words about my own scribbles.

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