The Kiss and the Emotion it Brings: A Poem by Paul Partington

- Vancouver, British Columbia -

Her: Let us rejoice! We are so glad!

Her Bridesmaids: What fools we've been to think she'd marry anyone less.

(and all her people rejoiced)

Him: She is like a quick wind up against my chest. She quakes my knees, and I shiver with gladness. I can not sing long enough of her beauty. She is graceful like a doe.

Her: His strong arms hold me. He is like the ox. Strong and sturdy. His brooding shoulders can cary much weight.

Her Bridesmaids: Never let this one go! Your beauty has captured one who will give you strong children. Indeed, this is a glorious day!

(and all her people rejoiced)

Him: Her perfume upon her neck brings gladness to me. It captures me. I am amazed at her beauty. I am forever blessed!

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Their wait for each other was well worth it. How his smile grew when he laid eyes upon his lovely bride.

The same fire that was lit when he saw her, was there burning stronger, she now at his side.

(and they kissed)