Timeless
Women in times gone by did not have much to say
In matters of importance or happenings of the day
If a girl or woman tried to give her point of view
It was considered unfeminine not quite the thing to do
Her job, if she wanted one, was to look her best
Some found this time consuming and have to have a rest
They seem always to be writing to a relative or two
Mostly gossip trying to find out who was dating who
Marriage was important matchmaking in vogue
The grapevine was essential to meet noblemen or rogue
Who had married well or recently divorced
Who had given birth was worth mentioning of course
The writer of the letter told of whom she met while walking
A man she thought was following her today we would call it stalking
She dropped her dainty handkerchief part of her clever plan
She was quite excited, being pursued by a man
The letter became interesting the reader was entranced
Did the man pick up the hankie or give it a casual glance
The man was a gentleman who knew what to do
Smiling, waving the handkerchief said "I believe this may belong to you"
Dear lady what a way to meet, I would consider it a pleasure
To walk with you along the street"
So you see not much has changed in matters of romance
Men who think they have it made with women, not a chance
Women are not stupid when they have their sights set
On a man who takes their eye don't take on any bet
You're sure to lose if you, they choose to live with for life
It is a certainty she will become your loving wife
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