A Sad Reflection Of Our Times! Poem by Denis Martindale

She gazed at herself in the mirror and fell in love that day!
When she wanted to get nearer, the glass then broke away!

The doctor sent to treat her face was bashful yet so kind,
And bathed her with amazing grace that somehow soothed her mind.

She fell in love, and when they wed, she showed him great respect.
Ten kids later! So, it's said, he's loved but so hen-pecked!

He often smiles at things she does and what she sometimes says,
But every time she makes a fuss, he wants to say his prayers!

Two kids later! All worn out! No longer fit and strong!
He left her fast! And there's no doubt! He's somewhere in Hong Kong!


Denis Martindale,14th June 2025.