DISENTANGLED

a break up of sorts

 

DISENTANGLED

Well, after the gentleman walks me to my cabin

I weep for hours

blame myself for the initial invitation

to my table at dinner a few nights past

tis all a mistake

that I permit him to enter my space

how foolish am I? What is my logic?

how shall I possibly address this?

 

As I slowly remove my clothing

hang up my satin dress, pull off my petticoat

pluck off my stockings and tug off my shoes

I begin to muse about how to disentangle myself

from the gentleman

simply cannot allow this to proceed

I am engaged to be married to my darling soldier

and see fit to keep my mind and soul on him

not on some strange gentleman

Who happens to fancy me

And me to him (only momentarily)

 

Forthwith I have a plan

tomorrow eve I shall disregard dinner

therefore, he may figure out

that I am not attentive to him

and if he knocks on my door I shall not respond

I do feel a bit shallow about this plan

yet I must be proper and forthright in my decision

 

I sense my weary eyes are half open

after all the sobs and sniffles

nonetheless these tears encourage me

To build my case

 

 

 

 

 

 

Reviews

[Pete]

not an easy situation to unwind. she's all knotted-up and needs houdini to get out of this one ... :)

[Betty Hermelee]

Dear Pete, you know she unravels a bit later on….thank you my friend for your loyalty and fine review!
Warmly, B

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Betty… you are an Artist of words and feelings… wishing you days of Wonderment as Lights twinkle on the Trees of Christmas blessings… 2023 …. Softly, Pat

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you so much Pat, Christmas blessings to you!
Warmly, B

[Akinlolu]

A couple of assumptions here that are most likely to fly in pieces in the face of concrete reality. What if this gentleman is like a bulldog who won't let go easily? What if the attraction between this two actors get out of hand? What if he has a few tricks up his sleeves in his quest to get the woman he fancies by all means? What if?
Well, I'd like to see how this plays out.
Akinlolu

[Betty Hermelee]

ME TOO!!! its' all in my head!!!! Thank you for all of your "what ifs"..... any of those could come true!
Thank you Akin... for reading my poetry, you always have such goo understandings of poetry at large...and your poetry is so outstandingly complex and excellent
Warmly, B

[Akinlolu]

You are always welcome.

[willweb]

Hmmm...sounds like wishful thinking that will never come to light because there is something special about this gentlemen, she just won't admit it...outloud. : )

[Betty Hermelee]

I'm BACK! glad to be at the Cafe once more; We'll see about the outcome of her madness!!! Thanks for reviewing....
Warmly, B

[Chris Shaw]

Hello Betty, the guilt is starting to get to her. What a to do. When that magnet attracts, it can be mighty difficult to pull yourself away. Looking forward to the next chapter. Hope your holiday is going well. Best regards dear poet.

Chris

[Betty Hermelee]

I've returned dear Chris and had a lovely journey...glad to be back at the Cafe!!! And thank you for your lovely review....
Warmly, B

[emmajoygreen]

Seems I need to visit more often, have lost the thread so, please keep the kettle hot, will return!


Seems even the strongest character can disentangle self when the spirit turns its back, be it this lady or indeed either gender. How is she going to free herself from the situation and remain true to self and more importantly. her darling. How would the stranger behave it were he in her shoes. Or, would he consider himself beyond reproach? I wonder about the future, here, Betty! . Come what may, your story telling is incredible, am hooked. (must catch up however - and will)

[Betty Hermelee]

I've returned from the wilds of Eastern Europe!! Gald to be back at the Cafe!! And adore your rendering of the intrigue of this woman's predicament.... jusr perfect... Warmly, B

[emmajoygreen]

Welcome home, hope you had a great time full of interesting sights and fascinating conversations with people. Hope you kept safe, dear Betty. We'll be in touch when things are more - if ever, back to normal, yes?

[Betty Hermelee]

Of Course! hugs, B

[emmajoygreen]

Waving over the miles and smiling. :)

[William Michael Reeves]

Her guilt is palpable. For a second I thought he was on the room when she began to disrobe. I'm all caught up on 'Bridge's End'. I like how detailed you are in the telling. I feel like I know everyone, even though they seem to be nameless. I'm trying to think back if you named anyone? Wouldn't that be something if it turns out her betrothed soldier happens to know the gentleman passenger. She shouldn't weep, for she is human.

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you WH for a fantastic review! I did name her a while back, but can’t remember it! See you when in return
Warmly, B

[Bhuyanshi Talukdar]

The determination to maintain their commitment and make a proper decision, even though they feel a bit shallow about their plan.

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you for your review
Warmly, B

[Dave Brown]

I am assuming her soldier is either actually laying his body on the line or willing to do do, to be willing to die for his country (and his woman) and his willingness to commit the ultimate sacrifice is rewarded with little other than either serious thoughts of, or actual unfaithful sexual activity with another (or perhaps just any other??)!
I will admit to have missed a few chapters but if I have interpreted the situation correctly, it seems, at least on the surface, to be very shallow conduct indeed!!!!!
BESTB

[Betty Hermelee]

Well Dave , we’ll see what becomes of the gentleman and the soldier as well; I am off to Eastern Europe tomorrow, later my friend, be well
Warmly BESTB

[Dave Brown]

Just had some friends come back from Croatia
Beautiful area
Have a jolly time

[Betty Hermelee]

I'm BACK! Great trip to Eastern Europe!!! interesting history and people as well.... see ya around!!!
Warmly, BESTB

[D. Mansfield]

How quickly those flames ignite. Sometimes very difficult to do the right thing. Very thought provoking poem, thank you

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you for stopping by and a lovely review….
Warmly, B