Long after...

Lifetime memories made ( please read, if only for the back story.)

Long after the slow walk down the aisle,
long after their vows exchanged,
long after confetti, popping corks
and photos, just so arranged.

Long after the feasting, speeches and tears,
long after their very first dance,
long after the party, meticulously planned
with nothing at all left to chance.

Each one that attended will never forget,
with smiles will ever recall,
the marriage of Nick to the beautiful Grace
in the grounds of old Fawsley Hall.


Back story:
Grace is the daughter of two of our closest friends and attended our wedding as a soon to be born baby ( 25 years ago). Aged 14 she was diagnosed with brain cancer. Whilst undergoing treatment for this, Grace informed her mum that if she survived she would train to be a nurse, so that she too could help folk in their hour of need. True to her word, after leaving school Grace studied nursing, eventually training and passing all exams and then further studying so as to be able to administer the life saving care she herself had received.
At present Grace is working as a community nurse.
A truly beautiful, inspirational young lady.

Author's Note

Written as a thank you to both the newlyweds and parents. A truly magical day, 30/12/2018

Reviews

[Mrudula Rani]

Grace is a beautiful soul, she found her mission in life so early on . The young man who married this gem of a person is a lucky man. I wish them both loads of happiness. Gee, I am glad you shared your wonderful sentiments with us all.

[Gee]

Thank you Mrudula :)

[Mrudula Rani]

Its entirely my pleasure.

[Neville]

an inspiration if ever there was... and just between you and me... my son was a chef at Fawsley many moons ago.... N :)

[Gee]

Was he indeed, must have been good in the galley :))
A day to be remembered.
Cheers Neville

[Neville]

always a pleasure....

[Gypsy Warrior Queen]

This is so beautiful a tribute and story. It is so amazing what life brings us to be thankful and inspired by.

[Gee]

It is indeed. As a family they have had much more than their fair share of illness, yet remain the nicest of folk, never bemoaning their lot instead getting on with life and enjoying it to the max.
Thank you kindly

[Ken Simm.]

They and she will surely find all the resonances is this. Such a tribute.

[Gee]

Thanks Ken. We are having dinner with Graces' parents on Sunday where I will let them read all of the wonderful comments about Grace.
They will be chuffed, as an I :))

[Relic]

That's an incredible back-story to a fine poem. Inspiration can even suddenly come from the worst circumstances.

[Gee]

You couldn't wish to meet a more lovely young lady.
Cheers Relic

[richieb]

Gee,
A truly inspirational story, thank you for sharing with me. Y our poem pays homage to this fine couple and beautiful lady named Grace. Your poem alone deserves merit, adding the background gives it an Angelic scent of sweetness. When you see Grace, tell this Yank tips his hat to her. Our adopted daughter from Korea is a registered nurse in the states.
Many Blessings,
Richie b.

[Gee]

Thank you Richie, I will be letting Grace and her parents read all of the reviews.
Hats off to you for adopting and your daughter for her chosen profession :)

[A.G.]

Smiles, lovely tribute with a touching backstory... i loved it. thank you for sharing with us (:
-Angelina

[Gee]

Thank you for reviewing, most appreciated :)

[Dr. YumnaKay]

This is indeed a lovely tribute and made my heart warm up. No better way to acknowledge the struggles she faced, and certainly worth remembering. Lovely write, Gee.

[Gee]

Thank you Doc, lovely pic

[An owl on the moon]

This first awakened the vision of my niece's wedding this last autumn. Then as I read your back story to the beautiful poem it took on such a deeper, yes magical meaning. What a giving heart, a beautiful soul to lift others after suffering so much. Lives like this change the world and make it glow... :)

[Gee]

Thank you. They do indeed :)

[Chris Shaw]

Lovely tribute Gee to this young woman who struggled with such serious health issues. More than wonderful she has survived to marry and train as a nurse. Giving back to show her appreciation for the care she received. Very noble.

Chris

[Gee]

Thanks Christine. Was a great, great day :))

[Chris Shaw]

Good that it was an occasion to remember always :)