I was always late to the banquet,
Or the fabled buffet ran out of food too soon.
The bridesmaid shoes dyed hot pink,
To match the dresses perfectly, pinched my feet;
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Wow I say to this one. It is a delima in life that so many face in so many ports of call..... Usually formal gatherings. So much discomfort is always present because of so called protocol.... Reflecting back, usually adhering to protocol is a sacrificial lamb ceremony... I can just feel the pain suffered by my friend. How sad............But a beautiful picture you bring in the vision of it all
Jim what an insightful comment you have contributed to this just... splendid poem. Really MADE MY DAY. I wish you the best and hope that you are doing well old chap
This is another one of your gems. Extremely pleasant to read, good message inside. Well written.