Jan Allison Poet Couplet

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He's Never Given Me Roses

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
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Julia Ward March 4, 2015 at 11:49 AM Jan - re. yours of today. In France, roses are cheap to purchase on Valentine's Day. Hugs, Julia, xx Jan Allison March 4, 2015 at 1:49 PM They probably quadruple in price here lol:-) Hugs jan xx

Julia Ward March 4, 2015 at 2:02 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 March 4, 2015 at 2:04 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 February 2, 2015 at 9:05 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 February 3, 2015 at 1:20 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 January 28, 2015 at 7:57 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 January 29, 2015 at 11:51 AM Thanks so much Funom:-) Hugs Jan xx

Olive Eloisa Guillermo - Fraser January 25, 2015 at 4:43 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 January 25, 2015 at 8:02 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 January 24, 2015 at 7:27 AM very beautifully painted piece jan Jan Allison January 24, 2015 at 7:53 AM Thanks Liam:-) Hugs Jan xx

Sara Kendrick January 23, 2015 at 1:17 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 January 23, 2015 at 1:44 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 January 22, 2015 at 11:14 PM oh boy, Jan. it almost sounds as bad as MY non proposal!! good one, sweetie Jan Allison January 23, 2015 at 2:36 AM LOL Andrea:-) Hugs Jan xx

Casarah Nance January 22, 2015 at 7:52 AM AWWW!!! too sweet. I love it!!! :-) Jan Allison January 23, 2015 at 2:33 AM Thanks Cas and its 100% true:-) Hug Jan x

Lindsay Laurie January 21, 2015 at 9:16 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 January 22, 2015 at 1:54 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 January 21, 2015 at 8:01 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 January 22, 2015 at 1:53 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 January 21, 2015 at 6:30 PM you've said this so well, jan! best of luck in the contest. it sounds like a winning poem to me... Jan Allison January 21, 2015 at 6:33 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 January 21, 2015 at 6:25 PM sweet little write Jan, good luck in the contest. Jan Allison January 21, 2015 at 6:29 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 January 21, 2015 at 6:03 PM If this poem is true then you are one strong passionate lady Jan Allison January 21, 2015 at 6:11 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 January 21, 2015 at 2:53 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 January 21, 2015 at 2:59 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 January 21, 2015 at 2:53 PM Good luck in the contest, sweetie.

Cupids Arrow January 21, 2015 at 1:55 PM Love is more important than any rose...C--->A Jan Allison January 21, 2015 at 2:27 PM True:-) Hugs Jan x

Paul Callus January 21, 2015 at 1:42 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 January 21, 2015 at 2:27 PM Thanks Paul you have been a recipient of his thoughtfulness:-) Hugs Jan xx

Emile Pinet January 21, 2015 at 1:35 PM The rhythm and story line are perfect and flow with a defeated beat. It says a lot without much thought! Emile. Jan Allison January 21, 2015 at 2:26 PM Thanks Emile:-) Hugs Jan xx

Shane Cooper January 21, 2015 at 1:13 PM Hi Jan, Great work again. True, funny, and at the end beautiful. Love Shane xxx Shane Cooper January 21, 2015 at 2:32 PM You have true talent when it comes to writing with humour. love Shane Jan Allison January 21, 2015 at 2:25 PM Thanks Shane:-) Hugs Jan x

Isaiah Zerbst January 21, 2015 at 11:46 AM Great story Jan! Certainly unique, and told in your amusing fashion. Happy Vday when it comes. Jan Allison January 21, 2015 at 11:51 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 January 21, 2015 at 11:31 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 January 21, 2015 at 11:33 AM Thanks so much for your comment - you have hit the nail on the head:-) hugs jan xxx

Dr.Ram Mehta January 21, 2015 at 10:50 AM Enjoyed the lucid humor, Jan Jan Allison January 21, 2015 at 10:58 AM thanks so much Dr Mehta:-) hugs Jan xx

Jack Ellison January 21, 2015 at 9:51 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 January 21, 2015 at 10:32 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 January 21, 2015 at 9:32 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 January 21, 2015 at 10:37 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 January 21, 2015 at 9:08 AM Deep is this love . . . the roses grown in this rich love soil blossoms with each smile shared . . . lovely dear Jan, 7 Jan Allison January 21, 2015 at 10:33 AM Thanks for the lovely comment David:-) Hugs Jan xx

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