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Ten Minutes To Decide

He is standing on the bridge, the fingers of the clock ticking on But do I want to marry him; will this suitor be the only one? Why can he not court me, and in the proper fashion Do you think I should say yes, out of sheer compassion? They say love will come, it can and it will grow in time But I am not sure, if I want him to be mine Romance, roses and honour, is that all I should expect Do you think of him a good husband, this one should I select? The time is ticking by; he looks impatient and looks vexed Tell me what to do, I am unsure, I am perplexed. But one thing I know, and that is if I have ten minutes to decide I do not think I want to be a hurried and unloved bride. © GG 14/06/2013 Contest entry: George Dunlop Leslie sponsored by Isaiah Zerbst

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Date: 7/7/2013 1:04:00 PM
interesting one must say! Congrats ~SKAT~
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Date: 6/18/2013 5:19:00 PM
Wonderful write Mandy and well deserved of first place, Congratulations. Take care, Richard
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Date: 6/18/2013 4:27:00 PM
Congratulation on this favorite win. Warm Smiles, Connie
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Date: 6/18/2013 6:20:00 AM
congrats on a great win Mandy
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Date: 6/18/2013 1:54:00 AM
if ever a poem was written with self belief it was this wondrous piece, an absolute gem, and well deserved first place,,
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Date: 6/17/2013 9:16:00 PM
This poem is really "in the moment"! A ten minute journey into the complexities of a painting. I also like your use of older words and ideas for an authentic Victorian feel. Brilliant conclusion! Congrats on your first place win! You should be proud of this poem!
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Date: 6/16/2013 10:01:00 AM
Mandy outstanding write Shadow x
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Date: 6/15/2013 11:18:00 AM
love this thought provoking write, my friend - congrats on your wins : )
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Date: 6/15/2013 4:32:00 AM
An interesting piece Mandy.The final stanza sums it up so nicely.
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Date: 6/14/2013 6:02:00 PM
Yup, if he can't court he doesn't deserve the woman! Light & Love
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Date: 6/14/2013 3:40:00 PM
I agree with that not wanting to be hurried to make such a major decision that would effect the rest of one's life..Great topic and excellent presentation of that topic..Enjoyed reading it this afternoon..Sara
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Date: 6/14/2013 12:39:00 PM
You are right. 10 minutes is not enough. A woman needs more time and sometimes we still pick the wrong one. Thanks for sharing. I am getting a little better.... Lucilla
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Date: 6/14/2013 11:15:00 AM
Looking out for your heart, even though it's living this seductive rush of it all. Quite the conundrum. Nicely done!
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