Standing with a piece of plexiglas wall fixed between us,
Where I could not hold his hand nor touch his loving face;
He was anxious to know if I would wait for him,
While I stood teasing him in short shorts and lace.
I saw fear in his eyes as he realized he might lose me.
I never doubted his love, though he was a liar and a thief.
I stopped playing games and became quite serious.
"If we are married, I'd wait for you." This eased his grief.
We are as different as night and day in our beliefs.
But there is a bonding that only heaven and we understand.
The thought of a separation of years was horrible to bear.
I feared for him. My heart ached. It felt like a bag of sand.
"I'll uphold my marriage vows," This was good enough for him.
The pain in his eyes was replaced with relief and happiness.
I went to the judge and made the arrangements quickly.
All I could think of was my wedding day and wedding bliss.
When the day came, the guards slid back the iron doors.
I stood just inside in a white two-piece suit and heels.
A short skirt and a halter jacket, I was more than ready.
He was led out in an orange jail jumpsuit, chains amid squeals.
The jailor and preacher stood with us right there.
We were wrapped so much in love, none of this did matter.
Taking our vows, it was over that quick, wow!
I DID get a kiss before being led away through metal clatter.
Surely this was a wedding day with a lemon twist.
It lasted what seemed like two minutes, then we were parted.
It didn't effect our loving feelings. Not even they could do that.
This happened a long time ago. He's in for life, now. I'm broken hearted.
Author notes
This is the true story of my wedding day to the only man I've
ever felt love for.
Written October 27th, 2005: I chose Love Lock Down.
A contest entry
- Wacky Wedding Themes! by d a f f o d i l.
300 points, ended May 21, 2006, 2 entries
Silver trophy winner
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest - Heartless by Writing0Freedom.
550 points, ended December 22, 2008, 7 entries
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Ohh my gosh. What a sad sad poem. I loved the description and how love was set above anything, and nothing else mattered. the last line was sad and abrupt... sadly life is not a fairytale. great write, i am filled with emotion. it was touching.
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Wow I love this! It totally fits with that song too! This is a really heartbreaking story but one of the strength of love! I'm sorry you had to go through the pain! I wish you luck though and strength! This is beautiful! Thanks for entering!
Merry Christmas!
WRitingFree -
I like it.
A depressing story, but at the same time it's kind of cute. You got me right in there with the clatter of the chains and the short skirt and leather jacket. Interesting write.
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I chose Love Lock Down
Shancy.. -
This is... wow. The story in itself is so... heartbreaking. I actually felt a painful stab in my heart while reading this. I am so sorry to hear about this. "Love will find a way," and that represents this story in its deepest meanings. A sadened piece, very touching to the core.
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Wonderful story of love, devotion and commitment. The bonding experience takes many 'twists' for many situations. Love has a way of dictating our actions. I love happy endings, I do hope there is one in store for this story. Best of luck in the contest.
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excellent
Oh my goodness. So you never got to consumate your marriage. Did you stay married. hey Girl Why go stir up my interest so much. LOL Now I want details. C'mon tell fess up quick. I have to know before the day begins. LOL
Seriously.
This is really excellent. When we write down things that are real in our lives, it is so much harder than making believe.
You did an awesome job. But Hey. I want answers!!LOL
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Jan -
georgeously sad. i loved this so much, the first line was knock out deep and full of imagrey, just like the rest of the poem of corse. great job i loved this poem!
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this is really very sad. and I really like how it is a story without very much emotion until the last line. wonderful
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