Long after...

Lifetime memories made ( please read, if only for the back story.)

Long after the slow walk down the aisle,
long after their vows exchanged,
long after confetti, popping corks
and photos, just so arranged.

Long after the feasting, speeches and tears,
long after their very first dance,
long after the party, meticulously planned
with nothing at all left to chance.

Each one that attended will never forget,
with smiles will ever recall,
the marriage of Nick to the beautiful Grace
in the grounds of old Fawsley Hall.


Back story:
Grace is the daughter of two of our closest friends and attended our wedding as a soon to be born baby ( 25 years ago). Aged 14 she was diagnosed with brain cancer. Whilst undergoing treatment for this, Grace informed her mum that if she survived she would train to be a nurse, so that she too could help folk in their hour of need. True to her word, after leaving school Grace studied nursing, eventually training and passing all exams and then further studying so as to be able to administer the life saving care she herself had received.
At present Grace is working as a community nurse.
A truly beautiful, inspirational young lady.

Author's Note

Written as a thank you to both the newlyweds and parents. A truly magical day, 30/12/2018

Reviews

[john l smith]

I have spent too much time in that place but while there, can only bless the efforts made by all the hard working nurses
A very uplifting account
Dave B

[Gee]

Thanks Dave. Seems so many folk have been there.

[Alan]

Wow! What a touching back story. Thank you for sharing. A great poem as well.

[Gee]

Cheers Alan :)

[Alan]

;) Welcome

[Norman 223]

Such a brilliant tribute to her courage and determination. Having had three months of the hospital environment, I can vouch for the dedicated attitude that I have experienced from the nursing staff. Long hours, unrelenting pressure, but almost invariably met with good humour,

[Gee]

Yep, can't knock the NHS, but many do.
Thanks Norman

[redzone]

the poem and 'back story' as well as Grace, all inspirational, Gee.... thank you for writing and sharing...

[Gee]

Thank you for reviewing Red

[Cherrie Palmer]

Gee, I hope all of the cafe gets to meet your Grace.

[Gee]

How nice would that be :))
There are few poems I write that I would like to have folk read, however this one I hope gets a few reviews so that I can show the lovely Grace all of the wonderful things being written.
Thank you kindly :))

[Cherrie Palmer]

If I were you I would add a little of her struggles or maybe a snapshot of one bad day (when in treatment) and submit this to a cancer health magazine.
How many children could hold on to her miracle.

[Gee]

What a great idea Cherrie, I will speak with Grace and her parents, see what they think.
Thank you.

[Phill Oz O'fee]

Now this is what a tributal poem is all about - homage, admiration, tenderness and full of poignancy - a great write my friend ... :-)

[Gee]

Thank you kindly. Happily the married couple approve :))

[Levi Levin]

This is a great piece with creative structure. Great job!

[Gee]

Thank you Levi

[Levi Levin]

Your welcome!

[LazerRays]

Ah, cancer is a real miraculous thing to overcome. Congrats for her! :D
Nice poem you've written for her too, that's so honorable of you. :3 it's always great to hear an inspirational story like this

[Gee]

Thanks Sarah

[Lilly]

Grace sounds like an incredibly strong, giving and beautiful person! What a lovely story behind an equally lovely poem. I enjoyed the flow and rhyme of this piece. I'm sure it will be kept as a precious momento of their wedding day by both the newlyweds and yourself.

[Gee]

She is that and more :)
Thanks for having a butchers and commenting Lilly, much appreciated