The Kiss

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Melanie: Why would you want to marry me for, anyhow?
Jake: So I can kiss you anytime I want.

Sweet Home Alabama

THE KISS

See Rodin’s sculpture, sumptuous or a stiff on the shelf.
I have to inquire about the development of their hot lips.
Oh have I a story to tell the young - one about myself,
the happenstance as our nuptial sun and moon eclipse.

We avow in front of witnesses at the Beach’s square.
Behind our backs, windows speaking,   “Don’t do it!”
The prisoners wear black and white stripes, bars stare,
still they believe in forever after, happily or despite it.

The Kiss, romantic bliss, a formidable honeymoon thrill.
Two bodies encapsulated into one pill, happy or bitter.
Naked for all to see, plastered over the waves, his will
of handsy regret or not, inspire of modern day twitter.

I’m in my wedding-white gown, contrast of a shotgun —
Dad’s not trying to marry me off and I’m not from the hills.
Regardless, the cake and wine awaits in the Virginia sun.
I repeat the words from the Justice of the peace, the untils.

An eventual kiss in sight…oh what Rodin has in mind!
Would he be proud of my dad, when my espoused asked,
“Can I trust her to drive?” …the response, curt and unkind,
“I don’t know. I trusted her when she left.” Dad unmasked.

My to-be wears his Navy cap, concealing his eyes.
Terrified that my parents had arrived and their camper.
Side-by-side sister-in-laws, sizing them up would be wise.
In what possible way could Rodin create mischief…tamper?

The moment arrived…. “You may kiss the bride.”
The jailbirds whistled and their hand claps echoed.
Between the eclipse of the sun and the moon, it’s slide,
vibrations of laughter we would carry over the threshold.

1/4/2022
Contest: FUNNY MEMORIES
Sponsor: Natasha L Scragg

Copyright © | Year Posted 2022



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Date: 1/31/2022 4:03:00 PM
thanks for the smile Kim:-) many congrats on your win:-) hugs Jan xx
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 1/31/2022 5:14:00 PM
Thank you so much! Glad you are smiling!
Date: 1/29/2022 11:59:00 AM
Congratulations on your win. A fun write. Great memories are the best. Wedding days are always a surprise. Have a blessed day/weekend...................
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 1/29/2022 6:15:00 PM
Thank you, Paula! Enjoyed the contest. Blessings to you too!
Date: 1/5/2022 3:37:00 AM
So adorable. I love it. God bless you with a win. Love it. Love, Gina
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 1/5/2022 6:05:00 AM
Thank you, Gina!
Date: 1/4/2022 4:54:00 PM
Funny and interesting, this contrast of the humorous and the classic, all wrapped up in your wedding ceremony. Keep on Kissing! :) gw
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 1/4/2022 5:27:00 PM
Thanks…lol!
Date: 1/4/2022 2:31:00 PM
One never forgets the wedding day. Well done Kim. God Bless, JB
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 1/4/2022 2:42:00 PM
This is true…unforgettable! Thank you :)
Date: 1/4/2022 12:52:00 PM
I hear the joy of that moment still resonating in your words, Kim. Nice to cherish such wonderful memories. A story that will speak for a lifetime.
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 1/4/2022 2:31:00 PM
Thank you, Vijay! I appreciate you!
Date: 1/4/2022 12:18:00 PM
Loved the sun and moon eclipse, Kim. Excellent writing! :)
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 1/4/2022 2:32:00 PM
Thank you, sweet Evelyn!
Date: 1/4/2022 12:02:00 PM
Awesome!!! Kim! And congrats on 3 poems in Anthology!
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 1/4/2022 2:32:00 PM
Thank you so much! Excited about the anthology!
Date: 1/4/2022 10:22:00 AM
Best wishes.. PR
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 1/4/2022 2:32:00 PM
Thanks, Pangie!
Date: 1/4/2022 8:45:00 AM
"Two bodies encapsulated into one pill", love that:) A delight to read of your nuptial interpretation and experience. And they live happily ever after, I like to think I can add. Joe.
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 1/4/2022 2:33:00 PM
As in a lifetime of memories, kids, grands, grand adventures and warmth of love! Thanks, Joe!
Date: 1/4/2022 8:41:00 AM
Funny memories indeed. May you have a happy and healthy New Year. Hugs.
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 1/4/2022 2:34:00 PM
Same to you dear friend! Thank you! ~ hugs
Date: 1/4/2022 8:09:00 AM
Happy memories Kim, bet it only seems like yesterday. Hope your new year is off to a good start. Tom
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 1/4/2022 2:35:00 PM
No, its a lifetime away…we were practically kids ;) Thank you, Tom!
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