Kismet

My kismet seemed to have arrived long ago,
With love at first sight.

So long ago, I invited her to see a film.
There in the darkness of the theatre
I was mesmerized by a tune.
A prince, disguised as a gardener,
Sang of his love to his princess. 

“Take my hand, I’m a stranger in paradise.”
How true I thought.  From there I sat
With my newfound date, lovely as a rose.
Dare I take her hand, would I be in paradise?

We were not in wonderland, a garden
Adorned with fragrant flowers
And peacocks displaying their white 
Grand feathers, nor were there exotic trees.

But I dared and took her soft warm hand,
Gave her a tiny squeeze to show I cared.
Then we were in paradise as we softly kissed.
She kept her promise to meet me the next day.

Soon the wedding bells rang and chimed their tune,
And happily, we pledged our vows.  This was our kismet.
Such a long time ago, but the song always
Resonated in my mind, “Strangers in Paradise”.
Oh we had our ups and downs, but
Together in full love, we lived in happiness.

Not even death can change our life
Until we will both be in another paradise.
Then we will be strangers no more.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Seeker Avatar
March 13, 2023 at 11:35 PM
The saga of Victor the romantic continues!
George Avatar
March 12, 2023 at 11:20 PM
Beautiful love poem tracing how you found your kismet and how you got transported to a paradise. Enjoyed every emotion expressed. Though I wanted to join this contest, couldn't enter my poem on time as I was away. All the Best dear Victor....
Goldsmith Avatar
March 12, 2023 at 12:36 PM
A wonderful story/write. I really enjoyed it. Have a blessed day/week...............
Daniel Avatar
March 12, 2023 at 8:41 AM
What a wonderful love you got, Victor, that death can never overcome, awesome:) no kismet, just God's grace:)
Roper Avatar
March 12, 2023 at 7:43 AM
What was meant to be came true, a wonderful love story. Great verse. Blessings my friend
Rodrigues Avatar
March 11, 2023 at 7:03 PM
A lovely memory!
Andresen Avatar
March 11, 2023 at 1:12 PM
- Uncompromising love for eternity ... a wonderful story ... warm and romantic, Victor :) - Best wishes in the contest ... a top winner I'm sure :) - hugs
Buehler Avatar
March 11, 2023 at 12:00 PM
Victor, I got tears in my eyes by the time I reached the beautiful ending of this stirring verse. Wonderful writing! :)
Volumes Avatar
March 11, 2023 at 10:44 AM
beautiful poem Victor and a lovely rendition of the first held hand and the first Kiss. What a romantic you are to have remembered the song sung in the movie on your very first date.
Peck Avatar
March 11, 2023 at 10:08 AM
This is lovely, Victor, and so sweet! I'm happy you found Kismet!
Ricci Avatar
March 11, 2023 at 9:01 AM
Victor Victor Victor. Allow me to say "Simply Beautiful" (smile) Have a wonderful and peaceful weekend. Love and Blessings now and always.
Poet Avatar
March 11, 2023 at 7:43 AM
Victor, your tale and words are fantastic. Once one dies, the only thing that can keep them together is love. You have done an excellent job of presenting the joyful ending of a passionate love story,  Victor.
Fowler Avatar
March 11, 2023 at 7:42 AM
Sweet romantic write Victor. :)
Turner Avatar
March 11, 2023 at 6:14 AM
Great story and message Victor. Yes, love is the tie that binds even through death. Be well and have a super weekend.
Pandit Avatar
March 11, 2023 at 5:25 AM
Happy conclusion of a romantic love story--love has its ways--as you so lovingly portray in this poem, Victor.
Ray Choudhury Avatar
March 11, 2023 at 5:06 AM
an enchanting story of love and Kismet! truly enjoyed!
Cunningham Avatar
March 11, 2023 at 4:46 AM
Very romantic verse Victor, happy memories. Tom
Kitchin Avatar
March 11, 2023 at 4:02 AM
Victor, a great love story!
Kendrick Avatar
March 11, 2023 at 3:38 AM
Ahh!! What a great love you shared with someone who loved you. I enjoyed reading your work. Thank you for sharing and for dropping by my page. Sara
Rose  Avatar
March 11, 2023 at 3:37 AM
I christen you the most romantic man on poetry soup lol, love this Victor. God bless you and Lily
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