That For Which She Had Yearned

That For Which She’d Yearned

She’d married young, then realized the fact
her spouse was not the type of man to act
with thoughtfulness toward her, and sometimes he
would lose his temper, but unflaggingly
she held her tongue and kept an even keel.
Oblivious to how he made her feel,
her husband threw abusive words. The wife
was one who could forgive despite this strife.
She daily prayed to God her husband’s soul
would soften and her marriage be made whole.

Faith and compassion she had plenty of,
and so the wife gave all she could of love.
She could have held resentment for his ways.
Instead she was forgiving all her days.
In time, the woman saw change take effect!
Her spouse was showing HER love and respect.
He opened up! Surprisingly, this spouse
now brings her gifts and helps her with the house!
Her constant kindness, love, and faith has turned
her marriage into that for which she’d yearned!

Nov, 4, 2017
For The Healing Power of Love Poetry Contest of  Line Gauthier
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Gauthier Avatar
November 16, 2017 at 7:51 PM
Touching poem, Andrea. Thanks for participating in my contest.
Barden Avatar
November 11, 2017 at 10:12 PM
Beautiful write, my friend, and so much emotion and wisdom within ... ironic how life and experience can transform the most sure of things into surprises of growth and fulfillment. Blessings, Andrea - loved it! :-)
Roper Avatar
November 10, 2017 at 11:25 PM
Congratulations, Andrea, on a great write. Hugs eve ~`*
Borke Avatar
November 8, 2017 at 10:40 PM
This poem is coincidental for me. My friend was describing to me just yesterday, how she transformed her difficult husband through softness. I was amazed because I could have never. I don't let anything go.
Salehi Avatar
November 5, 2017 at 11:20 PM
Beautiful story.... the tale of love..
Parmale Avatar
November 5, 2017 at 9:03 PM
Very beautiful and very unexpected...I thought He would never change...I read poems a very long time...I loved it....
Anish Avatar
November 5, 2017 at 9:01 PM
Nice tale! I am still looking for love. I have had plenty of girlfriends in my life but have always been afraid to "tie the knot" So at 62 I am alone. I am glad you liked my postcard poem - the show was very enjoyable. Peace &Love Matthew Anish
Mhangwa Avatar
November 5, 2017 at 12:56 PM
Very beautiful Andrea! Love does have the power to liberate and change lives! Kindest regards!
Gondolf Avatar
November 5, 2017 at 7:56 AM
Wow, Andrea, I have a friend going through this same situation. She has given up hopes of changing him and I don’t expect he will either but I pray for her every day. I am happy that your life is closer to what you dreamed for. John
Sivey Avatar
November 5, 2017 at 6:28 AM
This is such a wonderful and lovely write my friend! The thing about this is that is exactly the way my grandparents were! By the time that I came into existence the man had started to become better, notice how I said started...he was still not the kindest man, and one that demanded her to work for money that she never saw until she got old and grey and couldn't use it anymore (and it went back to him after she died, sigh)! But he got better after she got sick! Just like your poem expressed! GW
Krampe Avatar
November 4, 2017 at 9:14 PM
It is great when that happens. Sadly, too often it does not. Good luck in the contest, Andrea.
Allison Avatar
November 4, 2017 at 8:24 PM
Gosh I'm amazed to read it's partially autobiographical Andrea and it looks like a leopard CAN change their spots! Life isn't easy and I know you have worked so hard at your marriage:-) hugs jan xx
Dietrich Avatar
November 4, 2017 at 8:30 PM
The most exaggerated part was making myself look like mother teresa!!
Vaso Avatar
November 4, 2017 at 8:18 PM
I loved this, I have seen this happen with a few of my parents friends, it was surprising, but I found it beautiful as well. I am sure it doesn't happen often but when it does, warms the heart, great poem!
Parker Avatar
November 4, 2017 at 6:09 PM
it would be nice if kindness could change someone completely, I suppose it could happen, I have yet to see it...good luck
Dietrich Avatar
November 4, 2017 at 8:05 PM
maybe not completely but it can happen to make someone very improved. Also I saw a movie today very inspiring true story about such a change . It is a wonderful movie called: Same Kind of Difference as Me.
Michaels Avatar
November 4, 2017 at 2:34 PM
Interesting spin on the contest theme, Andrea. As others have commented, it would be lovely if this happened, but - in the harsh light of reality - I'm afraid it''s unlikely *that* type of husband would be able to change.. Nice rhythm and flow, though - good luck with your entry! Kind regards, John.
Pandit Avatar
November 4, 2017 at 1:06 PM
A tale of love that wins over--well written Andrea--best for a win!
Manassian Avatar
November 4, 2017 at 11:47 AM
WOW...wouldn't that be nice if it happened in every case. Great write, dear. Good luck
D. Avatar
November 4, 2017 at 11:11 AM
I don't think that really happens. God luck in contest though
Dietrich Avatar
November 4, 2017 at 4:55 PM
This is partially autobiographical. I just don't get gifts or housework done for me. haha.
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