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Oh why oh why did I propose … In twenty-six years not even a rose! It was me who knelt down by the side of the bed Suggested to you it was time we got wed Both of us were footloose and fancy free On Valentine’s Day I asked YOU if you’d marry me You cracked a smile and I must confess I was thrilled when you answered me ‘yes’ Twenty-six years we’ve been together Our marriage vows will last forever We’ve never ever celebrated Valentines Day But there are three little words I want to say I’ll let the whole world know that I LOVE YOU These words are true and I know you love me too By the way ...this poem is true! 01~22~15 Contest: Magic Kisses and Valentines Wishes Sponsor Mystic Rose

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Julia Ward

Date: 3/4/2015 11:49:00 AM

Jan - re. yours of today. In France, roses are cheap to purchase on Valentine's Day. Hugs, Julia, xx

Jan Allison
Date: 3/4/2015 1:49:00 PM

They probably quadruple in price here lol:-) Hugs jan xx

Julia Ward

Date: 3/4/2015 2:02:00 AM

Jan - Why don't you say "I'd love some roses" near to the time of the next Valentine's Day? Some men need a gentle nudge. --- Hugs, Julia

Jan Allison
Date: 3/4/2015 2:04:00 AM

I actually prefer carnations lol - I wouldn't want him to buy me roses especially on rip off day oops I mean valentines day lol:-) Hugs Jan xx

Paul Schneiter

Date: 2/2/2015 9:05:00 PM

Jan, this poem, as with many others you have composed, overflows with charm. It also serves as a timely reminder that I've got to come up with something more than a box of chocolates for "Mrs. Paul." Thank you.

Jan Allison
Date: 2/3/2015 1:20:00 AM

LOL Paul - there are 365 days in a year why choose just one buy her a present now and surprise her:-) Hugs Jan xxx

Funom Makama

Date: 1/28/2015 7:57:00 AM

This is an awesome and wonderful poem. Its nice spending some time here.. It feels so quality and deserving. Great pen friend

Jan Allison
Date: 1/29/2015 11:51:00 AM

Thanks so much Funom:-) Hugs Jan xx

Olive Eloisa Guillermo - Fraser

Date: 1/25/2015 4:43:00 AM

:) My mom as well never received any roses as far as I remember but I saw like the simple gesture my papa does that really won my mama's heart.. :) cooking for her breakfast, talking to her late nights etc.. :) roses are just bonus but little most basic gestures that are wow!>. :) love the humor within the lines but the sincere words incorporated in it are wow.. :)! hugs much!>. :)

Jan Allison
Date: 1/25/2015 8:02:00 AM

I agree totally with you Olive - little things mean the most - would be worried if he did buy me roses now:-) Hugs jan xx

Liam Mcdaid

Date: 1/24/2015 7:27:00 AM

very beautifully painted piece jan

Jan Allison
Date: 1/24/2015 7:53:00 AM

Thanks Liam:-) Hugs Jan xx

Sara Kendrick

Date: 1/23/2015 1:17:00 PM

Sometimes men are dense or to tight with the funds..I enjoyed reading thismone today. Thanks for the visit to my page.. Sara

Jan Allison
Date: 1/23/2015 1:44:00 PM

LOl Sara well after 26 years I would be worried if he did buy me them - more important things in life than roses:-) Hugs jan x

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 1/22/2015 11:14:00 PM

oh boy, Jan. it almost sounds as bad as MY non proposal!! good one, sweetie

Jan Allison
Date: 1/23/2015 2:36:00 AM

LOL Andrea:-) Hugs Jan xx

Casarah Nance

Date: 1/22/2015 7:52:00 AM

AWWW!!! too sweet. I love it!!! :-)

Jan Allison
Date: 1/23/2015 2:33:00 AM

Thanks Cas and its 100% true:-) Hug Jan x

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 1/21/2015 9:16:00 PM

G'day Jan... Very nice romantic poem Jan that I as a bloke should heed. I gave my wife a rose bush so if I forget, there's plenty to pick. The bloke across the road asked his now ex-wife what flower she'd prefer... was it self raising or plain? Regards - Lindsay

Jan Allison
Date: 1/22/2015 1:54:00 AM

ha ha ha love the humour here:-) I like baking so plain or self raising would be a better thing for me too lol Hugs Jan xx

Charmaine Chircop

Date: 1/21/2015 8:01:00 PM

Sweet Jan ..I used to receive roses..but they started reducing when we got married,till they stopped completely.I am a very romantic person,so believe me do miss the rose on valentine`s day especially,but hubby believes love us notin words and roses,so what can I say ? : ).I do love how you managed to see love in what matters most though.A beautiful poem.

Jan Allison
Date: 1/22/2015 1:53:00 AM

Thanks Charma - that is such a shame they started then dinimished and stopped - I've never received them so it would be a shcok to receive them now! Hugs jan x

Ilene Bauer

Date: 1/21/2015 6:30:00 PM

you've said this so well, jan! best of luck in the contest. it sounds like a winning poem to me...

Jan Allison
Date: 1/21/2015 6:33:00 PM

I'm not sure if its romantic enough Ilene - I just write and hope I don't get an N/A - seem to be getting more and more lately but as long as my poem gets read that's the important thing:-) hugs Jan x

Robert Stoner Jr

Date: 1/21/2015 6:25:00 PM

sweet little write Jan, good luck in the contest.

Jan Allison
Date: 1/21/2015 6:29:00 PM

Thanks Robert I don't know if its 'romantic' enough for the contest but it was fun to do:-) Hugs Jan xx

Frederic Parker

Date: 1/21/2015 6:03:00 PM

If this poem is true then you are one strong passionate lady

Jan Allison
Date: 1/21/2015 6:11:00 PM

Yes its 100% true Frederic I proposed to him - and the silly man said yes lol - we celebrate 24 years of marriage in June - we got married two years to the day of our first date:-) Hugs Jan xx

Eileen Manassian

Date: 1/21/2015 2:53:00 PM

This is so sweet, Jan. You're a gutsy woman. I'm so proud of you for popping the question! Aren't you the best! :) The beauty of the poem is that it's true. Hubby isn't the romantic type either, though he did wire a long stemmed red rose to me for Valentine's when I was in the States and he in Lebanon. The best of his romance is when he comes looking for me in the mornings. He likes having me beside him when he wakes up. I guess...we need to know their love language. Hugs

Jan Allison
Date: 1/21/2015 2:59:00 PM

Yes Eileen there is more to a relationship than roses that fade and die not like our love which is everlasting:-) Hugs jan xx

Eileen Manassian
Date: 1/21/2015 2:53:00 PM

Good luck in the contest, sweetie.

Cupids Arrow

Date: 1/21/2015 1:55:00 PM

Love is more important than any rose...C--->A

Jan Allison
Date: 1/21/2015 2:27:00 PM

True:-) Hugs Jan x

Paul Callus

Date: 1/21/2015 1:42:00 PM

Romantic, with a lovely touch of humour to go with it! True love beats roses anytime! And, yes, he is kind and does think of others!:) hugs // paul

Jan Allison
Date: 1/21/2015 2:27:00 PM

Thanks Paul you have been a recipient of his thoughtfulness:-) Hugs Jan xx

Emile Pinet

Date: 1/21/2015 1:35:00 PM

The rhythm and story line are perfect and flow with a defeated beat. It says a lot without much thought! Emile.

Jan Allison
Date: 1/21/2015 2:26:00 PM

Thanks Emile:-) Hugs Jan xx

Shane Cooper

Date: 1/21/2015 1:13:00 PM

Hi Jan, Great work again. True, funny, and at the end beautiful. Love Shane xxx

Shane Cooper
Date: 1/21/2015 2:32:00 PM

You have true talent when it comes to writing with humour. love Shane

Jan Allison
Date: 1/21/2015 2:25:00 PM

Thanks Shane:-) Hugs Jan x

Isaiah Zerbst

Date: 1/21/2015 11:46:00 AM

Great story Jan! Certainly unique, and told in your amusing fashion. Happy Vday when it comes.

Jan Allison
Date: 1/21/2015 11:51:00 AM

Thanks Isaiah :-)I doubt its the type of 'romantic' write Vienna is looking for but it is 100% true and we are still together after 26 years:-) Hugs Jan xx

Constance La France

Date: 1/21/2015 11:31:00 AM

Jan, I love your poem, it is delightful, although he does not give you flowers(some men are like that!!) your words still speak of great love, best of luck in the contest and thanks for visiting my poetry ~~

Jan Allison
Date: 1/21/2015 11:33:00 AM

Thanks so much for your comment - you have hit the nail on the head:-) hugs jan xxx

Dr.Ram Mehta

Date: 1/21/2015 10:50:00 AM

Enjoyed the lucid humor, Jan

Jan Allison
Date: 1/21/2015 10:58:00 AM

thanks so much Dr Mehta:-) hugs Jan xx

Jack Ellison

Date: 1/21/2015 9:51:00 AM

YEEHAW... CONGRATS dear sis!!! AND good luck in Mystic Rose's contest! BTW she lives relatively close to me so I could go over and put in a good word for you! LOL Love and joy, Jack xxx

Jan Allison
Date: 1/21/2015 10:32:00 AM

Oh do please Jack lol:-) I hope you two have met - both such lovely lovely people you would get on so well:-) Hugs Jan xx

Maurice Yvonne

Date: 1/21/2015 9:32:00 AM

Barbara Streisand and Neil Diamond might have something to say about gifting flowers. Lovely Jan, I was blown away by the fact that is all true. Very romantic. Maybe I try to hard. I have put together gift baskets with even the container reflecting a love of that particular woman. I listen and watch everyday so that when I put her gift together it is everything she loves all in one basket. I think your hubbie has the right idea. A Fav!

Jan Allison
Date: 1/21/2015 10:37:00 AM

Oh I love that track Armand - but its not you don't bring me flowers anymore lol its roses ever - that said if he did now I would be worried lol:-) Yes its true I proposed and we got married 2 years to our first date:-) Oh you are such a romantic my friend i am sure you have such fun putting the gift together:-) Love and Hugs Jan xx

David Meade

Date: 1/21/2015 9:08:00 AM

Deep is this love . . . the roses grown in this rich love soil blossoms with each smile shared . . . lovely dear Jan, 7

Jan Allison
Date: 1/21/2015 10:33:00 AM

Thanks for the lovely comment David:-) Hugs Jan xx