Sadly most cultures put pressures on girls to marry, often sending them into unhappy, unfulfilled relationships. Undoubtedly some marriages will not turn out so well for the men either.

 

Just sit right there,

in that padded chair,

and listen to a tale of woe.

Of blushing brides,

and suicides,

and little maids all in a row.

 

Girls are told,

before they get old,

to marry and be a good wife.

Get a man,

as fast as you can,

and sacrifice the rest of your life.

 

Wed a prince, not a pauper,

raised up well and proper,

please him by looking your best.

The kids will be yours,

as will the chores,

after work he does need his rest.

 

Oh he has his friends

his fun never ends,

another night out with the boys.

You’re left alone,

cleaning the home,

and picking up all of the toys.

 

Sometimes he yells,

blows whistles and bells,

You are not the same girl he wed.

All the wedded bliss,

has come down to this,

It’s not over until one of you is dead.

 

But the artist in you,

soon may shine through,

A few extra pills in his drink.

Maybe a gun to his head,

but you were in bed,

what else could anyone think?

Flower Girl & Toy Gun by greenmelinda.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/thegreengirl/566918325/

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  • ken bultman on Aug 25, 2009

    Bad girl, bad girl, whatcha gonna do when they come for you?
    You write a fine line of poetry, Miss B.

  • martie on Aug 25, 2009

    I\’m not sure I would go that far. I did like the poem though

  • Jean Anne on Aug 25, 2009

    Love this, too much pressure to be a wife and mother.

  • Beth Suess on Aug 25, 2009

    Interesting story!

  • Darla Cooke on Aug 25, 2009

    Wow! Great poem and very interesting!

  • Lostash on Aug 25, 2009

    Very funny, and in many cases, very true too!

  • Daisy Peasblossom on Aug 27, 2009

    Much to the point. There are worse things than divorce, worse things than living alone.

  • PR Mace on Aug 28, 2009

    I think I would rather live alone than in an unhappy marriage. Nice verses.

  • Tracey Parece on Aug 29, 2009

    One of the best poems I have read today. Very sad. I really like the rhyme scheme. I always had a soft spot for rhyming poetry; it’s so rare today. I like to write about weddings, too (non-fiction). If you would like to view my profile and check out some of my articles, you can find me at: http://www.triond.com/users/Tracey+Parece

  • David Crerand on Aug 31, 2009

    Well written definition of options. There are a few others out there , but hey, cops need work too! Just kidding, great write, Dave

  • Rod Ferrandino on Aug 31, 2009

    But will the little girl grow up to be a black widow?

  • oldster on Aug 31, 2009

    Well done B I like the sentiments.

  • rutherfranc on Aug 31, 2009

    such morbid thoughts… but I know it happens..

  • Duff D Moss on Aug 31, 2009

    Holy crap – remind me not to piss you off :-) That read really well. Had a great flow, but indeed a tale of woe. Thanks again for playing dude.

  • maranatha on Sep 1, 2009

    I’m betting you’re not one of the girls you just wrote about, eh? Good write, and the style makes it an easy read.

  • Theresa Johnson on Sep 1, 2009

    Very good pom b…. interestingly disturbing picture though

  • hfj on Sep 1, 2009

    Loved the poem. I hope i’m not that way, but i do know men who are. I would think this poem would have been more true for girls growing up in the late 60’s. Women these days are more career oriented, and often look for a husband with these same qualities. But there are still many ladies who fall in the category of this great poem you wrote. Great poem and flow. Very well done friend.

  • BradONeill on Sep 2, 2009

    RUN MARK RUN!!!!!!

    I loved this stride on the dark side great look into the lives so many lead. A cautionary tale is so much more fun with dire consequences! Now go do the dishes.

  • BullwinkleMuse on Sep 5, 2009

    This was such a deliciously biting look at matrimony. As an added bonus for me – as well as providing a lilt to the serious aspects of the poem – the first stanza inspired me to start singing it to the tune of the theme from Gilligan’s Island. ;^D

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