The Lady I Never Married Poem by Bamisaye Adeniran

I did all I could
To convince her
Just to let her know
That my intentions are real.
My intentions are real Girl
Went out of my comfort zone
Just to put a lasting smile
A lasting smile on her face.

All thought we were in good terms;
Thinking the contract had been signed and sealed
Deep within me
I see the clear picture.
I gave my time
I sacrificed my comfort
I denied myself
All to no benefit.

Persistence became my watch word
Consistency my companion
Yet she was not forthcoming
No dividends paid.
The best we can be is friends
Words that proceeds from her angelic lips.
Yet my love for her was on the increase
Not wanting to quit.

Can’t let you go Dear
My intentions are pure
Just like the purest of water
Yet she says, NO.
Weariness began to overwhelm my loving heart
Becoming a victim of wicked love
Uncontrollable tears finding expression down my chicks
Heaven smile on me I pray.

Let this be my lucky moment
Come into my world, Angel
Come wipe away my tears
Illuminate my world.
Bring calmness to my troubled world
And let the white community be unleashed
From end to end
A trail a pray thee.

I never meant to give up
Yet my strength is gone
Can wait no more
This is how far I can go