After The Fall

It was the night before Christmas

and all through the house

no one was home not even the mouse

But all a sudden appeared the

ghost of times past

come with me I heard her say

let me take you to a fonder day

As my eyes focused

I could see a wedding

it was me on my wedding day

You were so beautiful

a glow coming from your face

ahh then came the children 1,2 and 3

not much time for you and me

As the years went by

the glow slowly faded away

it seemed we argued most everyday

I guess we didn`t have much in common after all

And now it seems it`s time for the fall

the kids are grown and we`ve grown apart

it seems nothing comes from the heart

is it to late for a new start

Or could we find what we lost

and if we did what would it cost

could we ever start again

could we ever be friends

I guess only time will tell

but right now were both living in hell

is it to late for a new start

do we really want to part

can we find what we lost

and if we did what would it cost

And if we cross that bridge of

no return what would it cost

what would we learn...

Author's Note

hell this looks like a book ..we have a lot of divorce after years of marriage
this is where the insp came from

Reviews

[Confuser]

First, let me say I love it. And then food for thought: I love the ending. And also, when I read the word "BRIDGE" > I thought, that's their bridge, thus cross OUR bridge, once steady and strong...? something, was thinking about the foundation of their bridge - once concreted, cemented, (by the best engineers) no cracks in that foundation, the cables, strong, they would never fall. Suspension Bridges. Maybe that's silly: I love this poem, you are a great writer. I see the song writing in the continueing of what is almost like a chorus. I was in this poem, myself, thinking of my past, and it is so relatable in a throw away world. I love the theme, the start, the change in tone...led me to more emotional sadness and then as I hoped, you gave them a chance to begin anew. I take marriage very seriously; the message is quite beautiful. Thank you so much - Oh and lastly sorry: please don't take offense; I have errors in posted poetry now: (too) late for a new start. I love this. Like you said, it is so hard to resist southern Thinkin! Thank you again.

[wordman]

i am glad you stopped by and i appreciate your compliment,yes this poem will touch many
i guess i write my poems like a country music song it`s all about true life

[Confuser]

I love country music, and many genres also. I did miss Blake Shelton's Christmas special thur. nite - thought it would be funny.

[wordman]

i saw a few minutes of it and it had a lot of humor,not really a fan of country music but the theme of it is just life and my poetry is just about life

[Samuel Pennell]

Very interesting, Wordman. It is interesting how this seems to change gears from funny to serious. I like the ups and downs of it, although it is a tough read. Really good, logical flow once it gets going, though.

[wordman]

it`s pretty simple about a long time married couple not sure if there still in love
wondering what life might have to hold for them on there own but afraid to chance it
thanks for the read

[jennifer little]

wonderful story I enjoyed it keep up the good work had nice flow to it as well

[wordman]

thanks again,i really dont know what i`m writing until it`s finished

[jennifer little]

that's cool ill kind of do that on some of my stuff ..

[Sami Khalil]

"let me take you to a fonder day

As my eyes focused
I could see a wedding
it was me on my wedding day"

[wordman]

thanks for the visit sami

[Sami Khalil]

You are welcome...:)............................

[B.J]

Well put, and said. You do get a second chance at life. I know I did and could not be happier.

[wordman]

yes I believe we do too we make a lot of mistakes in life this is the biggest
thank you for your visits

[B.J]

Will try remember to come back again your work is great

[wordman]

my door is always open,

[B.J]

:)............................

[Joyce S. Greene]

I've been there and done that, but once you do cross that bridge you may learn, as I did, to appreciate the second chance you are being given. I know this isn't about you, you are a lucky man, Ron.

[wordman]

nice to see you and thanks for the visit

[MsJewel]

It's so difficult when a relationship falls apart. You have described those feelings well in this heartfelt poem Ron. Wonderful writing my friend. One of your best.

:) Julie

[wordman]

thanks for stopping by julie

[Sami Khalil]

One of your best Mr. Wordman. The ending was marvelous...:).................

[wordman]

thanks for your review sami

[Sami Khalil]

You are welcome...:)......................

[maria ( rose)]

this made me tear up while I was reading and playing the song.
and I could feel your heart flowing in this message..(departing hearts not what I like to see but never too late for a fresh start♥ Peace & Love from one heart to another
your friend, maria rose♥

[wordman]

thank you,i am honered

[wordman]

the one before it will make you cry then she died

[maria ( rose)]

oh no :((((((