The Sacred Day of Re-Think

Jeanne Sparks-Carreker
A jealous one may jump the gun
And answer the ridiculous with "Yes,"
But it will be something I cannot fathom
To make me wear that dress.
The institution of marriage, indeed!
And not a wink too soon, I'm delivered!
I simply cannot please a man without
Knowing from which swamp he has slithered.

So if I investigate all of your lies,
Make all of your promises transparent inside,
Decline sitting like foolish sleaze
(I'm clearly capable of seating myself with ease),
Never trump up truth to show you more capable,
As if you are more than truly able,
And demand your high respect
As the mother, wife, friend and lover-
Wait! Where do you think you're going?
I have more demands! Here's another:

If I ever react emotionally distraught
Over something silly like a tie you just bought,
Or want time alone to just sit and stew
Over the item bought when you already had two,
Don't you become weary!
Don't linger in regretful thought!
You shouldn't have even looked at that watch
When you knew it shouldn't be bought!

And still you hold out this ring for my finger?
There's still another list of rules to remember!
Have you any idea of the commitment I demand?
Do you realize you're placing eternal vow on my hand?
If still you gaze lovingly into my eyes,
And if you believe monogamy even works for cool guys,
I must admit the thought of it is oh, so precious, indeed!
Before you jump, realize you'll never, ever be freed!

Published by Jeanne Sparks-Carreker

Convicted felon, reformed drug trafficker, disenfranchised from society by the government. I spend most of my time creating ways to educate non-users about drug addiction, so that addicts are understood and...  View profile

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  • jocelyn brady2/18/2007

    Ah, the joys of marriage ;)

  • Jeanne Sparks-Carreker2/12/2007

    I was having such a blue morning until I read that, Daniel :) I should point out that you have one as well!! it takes a wonderful soul to recognize the good things in life (smile). Ok, enough feminism, haha! You have yourself a great day, there, Daniel :)

  • Daniel Doyle2/11/2007

    Jeanne, This is beautiful. You have a wonderful soul, Lady!!

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