Remembrance
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,
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 recently 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.
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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Thank you, James. As you know, all comments are welcome and mean a great deal. All the best, Ann.
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She Tried To Fit In
in Aging Poems
To find room
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for her flannel nighties,
a well-worn woollen dressing gown,
her furry slippersFeatured Shared StoryOh Pat,
I sometimes think if it wasn't for people like you I might just give up writing poetry. I get so low when my poems don't receive any votes. In fact I tried to get one deleted,... -
It's A Dog's Life
My beloved canine friend
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life's not how it used to be
you no longer hear my whistle
and just keep on running free.Featured Shared StoryOh Pat,
You are always so encouraging. Any comments from you mean a great deal, as I have such enormous respect for your poetry. I do hope you are keeping well. It's been such a joy... -
A Lasting Memory
It was not the sight of a night sky
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bejewelled with numerous stars,
nor the whisperings from the waves.
Poems by Ann D. Stevenson
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Thank you, James. As you know, all comments are welcome and mean a great deal. All the best, Ann.
What a shining example. My husband also had a slight stutter, but he was able to cope with his. Keep up the good work. Very best wishes, Ann.
Another of your fun poems - keep it up! Best wishes, Ann.
Great to read a poem which leaves a smile on my face. More please. Best wishes, Ann.
When my husband was still a boy he was given this poem by his uncle and learnt it by heart. It is very much how he lived his life. The poem was read immaculately by his grandson at his memorial service.