Our Enchanted Evening
Outside I’ve carefully placed a flower arrangement on the table
Underneath a salad plate, a handwritten verse on parchment
Remembering that moment when I held her close, and knew
Every moment from that second forward, would be better
Nothing could come between us, no one could divide us
Carefully I reached into my pocket to feel the security of the ring box
Having the opportunity to ask for her beautiful hand in marriage
And spending the rest of my life in unadulterated bliss and joy
Now if I can only get through preparing dinner without any mishaps
The wine is at perfect temperature and the evening sun is setting
Everything is perfect, just as it should be on this special night
Divine providence seems to have cast a net of security around me
Eleven minutes remaining on the chateaubriand; my heart racing
Velvet napkins, fine china, polished silverware, counting the seconds
Exhilarated at the knock on the door, sweaty palms trying to turn the knob
Not in my wildest dreams imagining a Goddess would walk through my door
I can’t say how the ring appeared as I knelt and asked for her hand
Now and forever; unable to wait any longer; asking that two lives become one
Gleeful acceptance as she stared deep in my eyes…..dinner will have to wait
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i love this, Ralph. It is so romantic and enchanting. Beautiful work, well done.
A lovely romantic verse to melt any woman’s heart. A heart-warming and beautifully rendered piece Ralph. Great Work
Loved this enchanting romantic tale. That last verse is a poetic treasure.
Gorgeous piece Ralph. The setup was perfect, the imagery was second to none and like Rasma said the last verse was amazing. Great work.~Paul