Ann D. Stevenson

Ann D. Stevenson

About Ann D. Stevenson

Ann D. Stevenson only began writing after she retired, when she joined a Writing for Well-Being course. It was during a difficult time, as her husband had been diagnosed with terminal cancer. She found writing very therapeutic, more especially poetry. It was a real boost to her morale when Family Friend Poems began publishing her poems.
Ann was married for well over 50 years, but sadly is now widowed. However, she is lucky enough to have two happily married children and four grandchildren. She now lives in Hampshire in the UK. In the past, Ann has worked as a teacher, helped in a children’s home and spent some time as a PA.
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    Poems by Ann D. Stevenson

  • Flickering Firelight

    • Published: October 12, 2026

    in Husband Poems

    Warm glowing embers
    reflected gently dying flames of passion
    between us.

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  • A Beneficial Bonfire

    • Published: September 8, 2026

    in Sonnet Poems

    Rubbish in my head can smoulder on
    creating smokey fumes which fog my brain
    and when I think the murky clouds have gone
    a few small sparks will bring them back again.

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  • Oh To Be Like My Flowering Cherry Tree

    • Published: March 10, 2026

    in Beauty of Nature Poems

    In Spring she blossoms forth,
    no concerns of what to wear,
    festooned in flowered finery.

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  • A Very Modern Cinderella (who Still Meets Her Prince)

    • Published: January 27, 2026

    in Humorous Poems

    No, no, no - I feel really low
    I don't want to go to the ball.

    My hair is a mess - I can't find a dress

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  • A Specular Christmas

    • Published: December 8, 2025

    in Christmas Poems

    My tasks for Christmas have begun
    once the mistletoe's been hung.

    Wrapped up presents under the tree,

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    Another lovely poem, Ann. Best wishes, John Alexander.

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  • Ann D. Stevenson, Gloucestershire, UK
  • 1 year ago

Like so many others, I have been really touched by this poem. I also agree with the author that writing can help you through difficult times. I wrote throughout my husband's illness and subsequent death, but have reached a stage now when the urge to write has gone. I'm not quite sure why...

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  • Ann D. Stevenson, Gloucestershire, UK
  • 1 year ago

Another great poem. I've had depression, but not quite as bad. However, it's great that you can write about it, as I'm sure it will connect with many people who know exactly what you are describing so well. Love and very best wishes, as always. Ann

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  • Ann D. Stevenson, Gloucestershire, UK
  • 1 year ago

Oh Pat, I just love your poetry. I am so damned old myself it's great to read a poem that sums up how I feel about my aged self. Keep writing! Love and very best wishes, Ann.

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  • Ann D. Stevenson, Gloucestershire, UK
  • 1 year ago

Thank you - it's always so rewarding to receive friendly encouraging comments like yours. Very best wishes, Ann.

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  • Ann D. Stevenson, Gloucestershire, UK
  • 1 year ago

Thank you both so much for your kind messages. As you know, it's a real boost to receive encouraging messages. Very best wishes, Ann.

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