Edward Ibeh Poet Free verse

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To the One That Got Away

Thank you,
          the one that got away.
          It's no use wondering
            what might've been
        We were never meant be.
              I do wish you well.

                    Thank you,
           the one that got away.
           A little birdie told me
           you did steal the heart 
    of another; I wish you both the best!
       It's the way destiny intended it.

                    Thank you,
           the one that got away.
           Our spark of romance
        never lit as we were much
         too young to understand
           what love meant then.

              Thank you so much,
             the one that got away,
            because you've led me
       to my true love, my precious
                jewel of a wife.
      It's the way destiny intended it.
Date written: 07/05/2020

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John Hamilton July 9, 2020 at 6:11 PM Beautiful write Edward, sometimes it's not the right time, and, when the right time comes so does true love, glad you found yours, congrats on another win! Edward Ibeh July 9, 2020 at 8:50 PM Thank you very much, John:-)

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart July 7, 2020 at 3:40 PM Back with congrats! I love this one :))) xomo! Edward Ibeh July 7, 2020 at 4:58 PM Thanks again, PT!:-) Peace and love!

Aditi Mishra July 7, 2020 at 2:44 PM It is always best to let go of those past memories with gratitude and move on. You've beautifully expressed those emotions my friend. Congratulations on your win Edward :) Blessings! Edward Ibeh July 7, 2020 at 3:13 PM I couldn't agree more, Aditi:-) It's a very important life lesson. I appreciate the wonderful feedback, as always.

John Watt July 7, 2020 at 10:22 AM I like your approach to this, Edward, as a thank you note. An acknowledgement that it was not meant to be and your life turned out even better. Congratulations on your win ~ John Edward Ibeh July 7, 2020 at 3:17 PM Thanks, John:-) I wanted to take the theme in a slightly different direction, I'm glad you liked my take on it!

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders July 7, 2020 at 9:49 AM Life and love have a way of working out for the best. Great write, Edward! Congrats!! Blessings, Rhonda xx Edward Ibeh July 7, 2020 at 3:11 PM I echo that sentiment, Rhonda! Thanks for the lovely visit, my friend:-)

Silent One July 7, 2020 at 9:20 AM Seems like you are lucky she got away.. Congratulations on your placement in the contest.. Edward Ibeh July 7, 2020 at 3:19 PM Haha, it all worked out for the best in the end! Thank you so much for my placement, SO:-) Most obliged.

Caren Krutsinger July 6, 2020 at 12:19 AM This is positive and upbeat. It is the ultimate happy ending. Edward Ibeh July 6, 2020 at 5:07 AM Thank you, Caren:-) God bless.

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart July 5, 2020 at 5:41 PM This. Is So sweet!!!! My best to you in the contest, xomo! Edward Ibeh July 5, 2020 at 6:13 PM Thank you so much, Pidge;-) Blessings to you!