First Love As a Nine Year Old

It was a vision, I do declare,
as she just stood - standing there. 
I couldn’t breathe. My heart had stopped,
and oh, my word, my jaw had dropped!
She looked at me, well I think she did,
so, I looked around and heaven forbid
it was me, for sure it was;
I looked again, just because
I needed proof, I was the one,
but unfortunately, by then, she’d gone!

It was in the park, I know too sure,
a park I’d never been before.
The girl with the sea green eyes,
had taken me by surprise.
At nine years old I took it bad,
but now I think I’m pretty glad
I fell in love, then felt the pain,
though things would never be the same!
How can anyone compare
to the girl who stood standing there?

I never knew her, such a shame
yet I’ve only myself to blame.
I should have just said ‘hello’
you never know how things might go.
I bottled it and I do regret
that on that day we never met!
The memory I still replay,
but cannot change events that day.
I hope she’s well and found someone,
Someone to love, to belong. 

Would I change things? I wouldn’t! Never!
That day's etched on my mind forever.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019


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Date: 9/17/2019 7:19:00 PM
This poem gave me a smile as my current partner and I recognised each other from an event in school days nr 50 yrs ago. Well written and enjoyed.
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Ronald D Thompson
Date: 9/18/2019 4:13:00 PM
Wow, that is truly amazing. Thanks for sharing and glad you enjoyed the poem. Best wishes..Ron
Date: 8/28/2019 11:57:00 AM
Hello Ronald D. Thompson, your first love at 9 years old Wow! My first love was at age 16. It did not work out. have a nice day my friend. x Darlene.
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Ronald D Thompson
Date: 8/28/2019 1:08:00 PM
Don't know if it was love exactly but felt that way at the time. It's just a memory of the first time a girl had an impression on me. Like you I was much older , around 17, when I had what you might call a serious girlfriend. It was just a poignant memory. Appreciate the comment Darlene. Hope you are well. Best wishes..Ron
Date: 8/24/2019 5:33:00 PM
Extremely well-written narrative of a haunting memorable event in childhood. I, and I'm sure most of your readers, can recall a similar occurrence--being captivated by the sight of someone we never saw again, but still remember.
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Ronald D Thompson
Date: 8/24/2019 5:40:00 PM
Appreciate the comment Richard. I agree most readers will be able to relate to this tale. Best wishes..Ron
Date: 8/23/2019 4:40:00 PM
Magnificent, RT! Bravo! This goes right into my FAVES. Every word rings true. Best wishes, Gershon
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Date: 8/23/2019 4:50:00 PM
You're too kind Gershon. Glad you liked this one. Very best wishes, Ron
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