A Wish Is Granted.

The old man sits in his chair

The living room is crowded right up to the door

It’s a very special occasion for him

He’s never had a Birthday Party before

So, family and friends came together that night

To ensure that everything turned out right

Cards and gifts were given in plenty

Received with a smile but his heart was empty

His Mary had died only last year

With sadness, the memory, now caused a tear

He blew out the candles on his Birthday cake

In silence, for a moment, a wish he did make

Then, there was music and laughter so mighty

But he sat alone, feeling his years of eighty

All of a sudden, he saw her there

The light shining on her, dancing glints in her hair

With arms outstretched she invited him to dance

He rose from his chair, not to miss his chance

In her arms he felt happy, so joyous, no care

They danced to the music, with elan and flair

Everyone shocked at his collapse on the floor

A doctor is called, but he is no more

His wish has been granted by "The Birthday Fairy"

In Spirit, he dances with his beloved Mary.

Reviews

[Abhilash Hegde]

Refreshing read. Happy endings always bring on smiles, this one did very. Although, the gentleman in the poem is no more but his wish being granted to be together with his beloved Mary, is A wish granted well. I could read this in a flash and kind of wanting to read more of it. One other aspect this write touches upon, togetherness and loneliness. these are eternal friends. Thanks Marie for sharing.

[Marie]

Thank you for reading this poem, Abhilash and for your very kind review. I am grateful...

[Abhilash Hegde]

You're welcome.

[Marie]

Thank you so much, dear poet...

[Soren]

A beautifully told story that is both heart warming and touching at the same time. Carefully crafted it leaves the reader to interpret whether the Fairy is Mary or just the grantor of the wish. Fulfillment of his wish to be with his Mary is his birthday present whether she was really there in spirit or he just felt so. Very nicely told in verse.

[Marie]

So very pleased you enjoyed the poem, dear Soren. Thank you so very much for reading and for your heartwarming comment. Blessings, my friend, with gratitude...

[berenongur]

Even though the story broke my heart, it is definitely a perfect poem and a perfect narration. Still, I think it's a beautiful ending, right?

[Marie]

Thank you so very much for reading Berenongur. I am so pleased you liked the poem and I too think that the end is a happy one. Thank you so very much for your beautiful review...

[Thomas W Case]

Beautiful. I love the ending.

[Marie]

Thank you, Thomas...

[Samuel Dickens]

You know I like happy endings. If only the roomful of living knew his extreme happiness and not just the sad sight of his lifeless body. When the veil becomes so very thin, I believe lost loved ones come by to lead us across, and so his Mary was there for that purpose. Although sad on the surface, this poem reveals the beauty of our existence. I love it.

[Marie]

I know how very much you love happy ever after endings, Sam and this poem provides the happiest ending possible. Two lovers reunited eternally. I am so pleased you like the poem, Sam and a very sincere and grateful THANK YOU! for reading and your so inspiring review, Sam...

[Re-Pete]

enchanting tale. i wonder how often this happens for real?

[Marie]

It would be interesting to know, Pete. Thank you for kindly reading and for your thought provoking comment...