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

Lovely to read that well known poem yet again. It makes me smile and also want to clap - it's such a great poem. Oh wow, imagine being like that - whilst I hide, Maya she does nothing but rise! Ann

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

This poem should be shouted from the rooftops. Oh for worldwide peace. We have enough problems with climate change, we do not need wars. Well done writing it Beryl. Best wishes, Ann.

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

Virginia, I was incredibly touched by your comments. It's so special when someone really appreciates what the death of a husband of nearly 60 years means. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Very best wishes, Ann.

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

I really relate to this poem and many of your other poems. I should love to know more about you and what started you on the path to becoming a poet. Perhaps you could fill in your bio on Family Friends? I should very much enjoy reading it. Very best wishes, Ann.

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

What a lovely comment, Abimbola. Your encouragement means a great deal to me. Thank you very much indeed.

Very best wishes, Ann.

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