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 The Cotswolds 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

  • The End Of The Day

    • Published: July 31, 2025

    in Husband Death Poems

    A glass of wine nearby, he sat,
    his spaniel beside him on the grass,
    he flicked away a solitary wasp,
    a buzzard circled overhead.

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    • Rating 4.63
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    Thank you, John. I am struggling on - quite hard as we were together for well over 50 years. However, kind understanding comments like yours do help.

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  • Spring

    • Published: May 5, 2025

    in Spring Poems

    There's a hum from the bees in the air
    which stirs up gentle musings in my mind,
    scented blossom is making me aware
    of certain hidden treasure they may find.

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    Oh my goodness, Patricia, you have been busy commenting on my poems lately. So kind and thoughtful - much appreciated. Your good friend, Ann.

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  • I Walk Alone

    • Published: February 25, 2025

    in Husband Death Poems

    A shadow walks beside me 
    in the rising rays
    of the sun
    I turn a corner

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    I firmly believe that our passed loved ones are all around us all the time. All we have to do is look around us, at nature, movies, poems, even in our dreams. I am certain that your husband...

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  • Remembrance

    • Published: November 5, 2024

    in War Poems

    (The book I've been reading rests on my knee,
    you sleep.) (Wendy Cope)

    I am trying to read, I cannot sleep,

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    • Rating 4.56
  • The Clocks Have All Stopped

    • Published: October 25, 2024

    in Husband Death Poems

    (He used to wind them
    once a week.)

    A dark oak clock

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    Patricia, You are indeed a friend - a very good friend indeed. Thank you for always being there for me. Love and very best wishes, Ann

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

Great poem - so good to read a poem that brings a smile to your face. More please. Very best wishes, Ann

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

Very clever - well done. I must look up and see what else you have written. Best wishes, Ann

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

I really enjoyed this poem, but enjoyed your poem about writing a sonnet even more - so clever and beautifully put together. Very best wishes, Ann

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

I love this poem - it's a bit like one of mine on Family Friends, called 'Among the Stars'. We both obviously share the same sort of feelings inspired by the night sky. Best wishes, Ann

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

What a lovely message your poem sends. Grandchildren are so special. Best wishes, Ann

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