The blushing bride walked down the aisle
On her father's arm
In a ivory wedding gown
That was flowing with layers of lace
Vows of love spoken, happy radiant
A glowing smile on each others face
Off to the reception for presents and toasts
A three layered buttercream cake
Sparkling wine,laughter, and jubilant jokes
The reception over too soon
Bride and groom hurry away
A designer wedding gown
Worn just once, soon to be put away
Layers of lace, laughter and tears
As the photographer took pictures
Of the couples most memorable day
Off on their honeymoon
Amid palm trees and the ocean
Their life is full of happiness and devotion
Lying in bed she smiles and sighs
As one tiny teardrop falls from her eye
Vowing never to forget
Her wedding day
In her gown of ivory
And many layers of lace
Author notes
Pic found at www.google.com Public domain
Ummmmmmm I dunno about this one.....but I gave it a twirl 
Hope you all like it
Hugs
Susan~
A contest entry
- HUGUENAUTIES CONTEST No. #48 by huguenauties.
750 points, ended September 25, 13 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
Please tell me what you think
Comments
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like a nosegay of lace and flowers a memento to remember a special day, nice write my freind
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Im not holding my breath but have two beautiful daughters ready for weddings however their ideas are different to mine. AS long as they're happy. I may slip your poem to them LOL!
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What a lovely poem! Gracious, graceful and charming! Best of luck in the judging!
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Dear Susan, your poem is lovely and the layers of lace is very beautiful. Good luck in the voting.
Love Hine
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These rites of passage must be celebrated and remembered. One hopes that the marriage is as good as the wedding, what a pity if the first day is the best. This story is acted out countless times each day, you wrote a relatable and poignant poem. Best of luck!
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beautiful, touching and very sad it is like the day that came dressed well clad to wear this once and put it back like a in a looking glass to see in many years to come... and dream of the special day she wore the ivory lace and said I do... Hugs Angel♥
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Every woman should know what it is to feel beautiful. It is icing, to be sure, but love is a celebration of life, and it is the reason for beauty.
That is an exquisite dress, enough to make most grooms misty-eyed. Wow!
...I think you touch on the opulence and dreams of formal weddings to make a cherished memory very well in this write.
Karen
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what a pretty picture and such a graceful poem as well now if only my wedding dress can look as gorgeous lol! sounds like a perfect wedding..love the 3rd stanza
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BEAUTIFUL
REMINDS ME OF MY WEDDING DAY. YOUR POEM FLOWS AS EASY AS THE PRETTY DRESS IN YOUR PIC....THX FOR SHARING
LINDA
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Dear Susan, very beautifully written and a perfect subject for our contest.
Good luck in the voting.
Love Joan
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so beautiful!
Your words take us to this woman's wedding and let us share in the happiness. I love ivory wedding gowns, and the photo is perfect for your poem.
Good luck in this contest Sis!!
Jeannette
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Dear Molly,
The father's thinking: "What a racket !
This wedding's costing me a packet -
that bridal dress, the satin shoes,
the wedding feast and all that booze.....
Our relatives who're always rude,
at my expense all stuffing food,
and all the other wedding gusts
applauding best man's feeble jests
"To give my little girl away
is worth the fortune I must pay
to have this chap, without much sense,
responsible for her expense.
I don't know why her mother weeps
now we've got rid of her for keeps
but, as I watch her husband kiss her,
I guess I'm going to somehow miss her.
"I wonder whether I'll be missed
if I just sneak off and get pissed?"
Sorry, Molly, Your beaut picture and poem just inspired my Muse to this bit of devilry. Thanks for entering Pixie's 'layers' contest in such a great way.
Best of luck in the voting (and don't forget to vote!)
Applause, love and hugs, XXX Hugh (R.)
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Three other cousins wore my wedding gown. My parents paid big bucks for that dress and whenever someone else was getting married and had no gown, I offered it to them. It finally got lost and now the last cousin who wore died two years ago so II feel a little sad that I'll never get the dress back but even sadder that my little cousin is gone. Wow! Your poem brought back all those memories. Thanks!
I wish you well in the challenge.
Always ♥
Renee
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Beautiful imaging and wonderful entry
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Precious~
Oh My What Images this one brings to the Mind
Especially on a Woman's special day~
Woot!
Love the weaving of words Sis
Lovely indeed!!
Keep that quill dancing
Thank You for sharing Your Talent
Best wishes in the contest
with love & light~ Desire~*~
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Very nice, Sis! I like it! I like It! Best of Luck in the contest!
zzz
Love,
♥ Maureen
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All the layers of the special day will be neatly stored in the memory, preserved like the ivory wedding gown of satin and lace.
Wonderful take on the prompt Susan and a beautifully written piece. Reading your words, I found myself thinking back to my own wedding day and revisiting memories of my day.
I'm so happy to see an entry from you. Thanks for entering and best of luck in the voting.
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I was happy to see a new poem from you sis. I haven't heard from you in a while. I think the imagery is beautiful in this poem. You captured the perfect tone with this and got inside every bride's thoughts. Good luck in the contest.
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a good piece of poetry penned, A three layered buttercream cake *drools*
where is my invitation to this wedding! i don't even care about the wine, just pass the cake. 
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Such lovely imagery and gorgeous as always. Very nice indeed my friend..I wish you all the best of luck in the contest..Great pic as well.
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oh hun i absolutely love the imagery you've invoked here with your words.
i dream that i may one day be a blushing bride myself
Stunning write sis, thank you so much for sharing with me!
Bravo and best of wishes
♥ Kate
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Softly beautiful words to recall moments of sheer happiness,
Very prettily written
Jeff
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Oh, Susan, you captured the moments, beautifully.
And what better subject for layers, the luxurious
wedding gown and the sumptuous layers of cake,
all holding memories as the years pass by and
create more loving layers!!
Great piece, Susan!!!
Sending you love and hugs,
M-C
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Excellent
Wow, such a beautiful write. And so very creative. Best of luck in the contest
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