STARSTRUCK

I first beheld her in a play; The leading lady on that day. And every entrance caused a stir. In a play I first beheld her. By curtain call I knew for sure That I would love her evermore. For me there was no doubt at all. I knew for sure by curtain call. I kept the programme by my bed, With her name underlined in red. I vowed I would become a ham. By my bed I kept the programme. I joined next day the drama group, To be a member of the troupe. I thought she might be mine that way. The drama group I joined next day. Despite my plans I’m on the shelf. Her co-star has her to himself. Last week, in church, they called the banns. I’m on the shelf, despite my plans