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Green, But No Envy

Had my hair color treated To surprise the wedding guests Shock came at the rehearsal Groom wanted to leave His once-blonde bride had green curls She’d been hoping for brunette Oh, how the bridesmaids chuckled Wig worn at wedding Sadly, a true story.

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Jack Horne

Date: 5/18/2011 8:04:00 AM

Thanks for a good chuckle, Carolyn - it still makes me laugh. Many congrats on your win : )

Nette Onclaud

Date: 5/18/2011 7:27:00 AM

oh, the bloopers of a rehearsal, carols... fun, naughty! big cheers to you! :) huggs

Tahera Mannan

Date: 5/18/2011 6:09:00 AM

This must be one awesome shock. Many congrats darling for this win. Thanks for all your prayers. My surgery is over and am now recovering.

Gautami Phookan

Date: 5/18/2011 2:33:00 AM

Super loved this very funny one...wish some coaxing and cajoling had worked on the groom, cuz the idea of a green haired bride did sound good to me :)) Congrats Carolyn on your fabulous win with this exquisite piece...

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 5/17/2011 10:16:00 PM

oh, boy, it was YOU? Congratulations,Carolyn. I do remember this fun one.

John Freeman

Date: 5/17/2011 5:12:00 PM

Excellent entry Carolyn, congratulations on taking second place. Agape, Moses

Debbie Guzzi

Date: 5/17/2011 5:11:00 PM

OOPS Congrad's Carolyn!

Debbie Guzzi

Date: 5/17/2011 5:10:00 PM

UT OH!!! I turned myself magenta once grrrrrr but not for my wedding! Funny one gal! Light & Love

Gwendolen Song

Date: 5/17/2011 4:51:00 PM

Very seldom do I keep a poem in my head as much as I have this one, Carolyn..It certainly brings a new dimension to your personality-You have all these wonderful life situations that you have turned into poetic masterpieces..here is just another example. Curious,....do you wear green hair for St. Patty's Day? ha ha. Congrats on this funny scene!! Gwendolen

Carrie Richards

Date: 5/17/2011 1:53:00 PM

Congratulations, Carolyn....your sad but true story wins, hands down!!! What color was the wig???

Carol Sunshine Brown

Date: 5/17/2011 12:37:00 PM

Congratulations on the win in Dr. Ram's contest Carolyn. Love, Carol

Brenda Atry

Date: 5/17/2011 12:19:00 PM

I loved it Carolyn, but I am soory that I am laughing at poor brides's misfortune. Congratulations on your placement in Dr Mehta's contest. It is a well deserved win! Warmest regards, Brenda Atry

Dr.Ram Mehta

Date: 5/17/2011 11:49:00 AM

Congratulations on the second place win in my contest, Carolyn

Diane Locksley

Date: 4/26/2011 9:04:00 AM

I guess buying the wig was the best alternative. You made me laugh. Best to you in the contest, Diane

Gwendolen Song

Date: 4/26/2011 8:20:00 AM

Ha ha ha, Carolyn. Are u kiddin me? This is a TRUE story"? I wanna see a pic of this on your blog if u have one! I can't stop laughing over your playfulness and funny write. Ohio River is ready to burst from rain in Ohio. Gwendolen

James Fraser

Date: 4/25/2011 1:18:00 PM

The poor guy must have been devestated Carolyn. I hope they look back and chuckle at this day? good luck in Dr. Ram's contest....:)

Jack Horne

Date: 4/24/2011 10:07:00 AM

LOL - I could picture this : )

Jslambert Mister Roboto

Date: 4/23/2011 6:44:00 PM

unfortunately been involved in some of these type wedding nightmares! Do you carry a pen/pad everywhere? I do!:)

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 4/23/2011 4:27:00 PM

clever clever. I really need to put my thinking cap on today for these two contests I am seeing!

Shani Fassbender

Date: 4/23/2011 12:06:00 PM

Carolyn, this is very amuzing...were you the poor bride? I believe this contest will have lots of humorous verses! Love, Shani

Rick Parise

Date: 4/22/2011 3:14:00 PM

Carol I busted up OUT LOUD ~ LOL ~ probably not funny at the time~you've got me giggling inside and out ~ The last line.........wow// Thank you for all your comments~ no brother, one sister ~ written for the "Brotherly Love" Contest ///P.S. You make my day with this one.........Happy Easter. "He Has Risen"

Michael J. Falotico

Date: 4/22/2011 3:09:00 PM

Wishing you a Happy Easter also... Been away from soup this week and will catch up this weekend.. Crazy work week!! love Michael

Carrie Richards

Date: 4/22/2011 3:04:00 PM

Oh dear....this a true story???? What a memory this makes....but what a good sense of humor you must have not to be tramutized forever after that!!