Edward Ibeh Poet Narrative

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That Was Then, This Is Now Poetry Contest, Sponsor - Ink Empress. Date written: 04/21/2024

Too Little, Too Late

            Now he wants her back... 

      The same cad who called her 
     "Unattractive" and "overweight" 
               a moon or two ago,
                   and demanded 
   she shed a dozen or more pounds,
                          or else.
                 Before she could 
             do away with just one,
            he coldly discarded her 
          like trash for a sexier lady.

            Now he wants her back...

             An ugly duckling then,
she has beautifully blossomed into 
   a sultry, glamorous woman now.
                Guess who's back?
                Yes, the same cad,
bothering her for the second chance 
                 he never gave her; 
             the lady he left her for
               has since moved on 
                   to a better man.

             Now he wants her back...
               Ha! Too little, too late.

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Ink Empress May 5, 2024 at 1:25 PM Dear EI, what a deep and profound take on the prompt! I loved it! Especially the ending is powerful! And strong. Meaningful write this is, and i think some can resonate too with your words! You always have a unique touch to the way you weave words! This was meant to be placed higher, however, just know that i love it. Empowering poems are always a fave for me.Thank you for always supporting my contests. Congratulations on your win.

Jan Allison April 21, 2024 at 11:12 AM excellent ink Edward - I'd hope any woman would give the cad a boot! hugs Jan xx Edward Ibeh April 21, 2024 at 12:20 PM Thank you very much, Jan:-)

Vijay Pandit April 21, 2024 at 5:25 AM The second chance he never gave her--A meaningful depiction of narrow minded people, my friend. Time changes things--- Edward Ibeh April 21, 2024 at 6:27 AM Thank you very much, Vijay:-) It does indeed!