We met at college, two contrasting strangers with common friends,
Fate brought us together, for there was no other predictable element;
I was here to build a new path, for my life to mend,
Finding a life parter, was definitely not my priority or intent.
My life was a constant struggle, obstacles to win what was rightfully mine,
While you were from an rich orthodox family, a life of privilege;
Opposites always attract, is an adage so fine,
We could not have been more polar, in our trend.
We began to date, and were serious about our love,
As we laid strong foundation of friendship, then our hearts crossed;
Next we struggled to convince our families, to accept our beloved,
Mine gladly embraced you, while yours treated me like Holocaust.
After many a failed attempt, to get everyone on our page,
We decided to symbolize our love, wed to be man and wife;
Resolute they stood, against our commitment to each other and our marriage,
Against all odds we took the plunge, becoming companions for life.
Little did I know, I was giving up my dreams and happiness,
Loyalty and true love for you, imbued my blind trust;
I gave you my all, made you the center of my universe,
While you devised a plot, to get an in with your family and let our alliance rust.
Years that followed, had us face many a turmoil,
Yet I tried to be bold, stood up for what I thought was our union;
Our now weak bond squeaked, like wheels that needed oil,
Too late I realized, that thinking you were on our side was my delusion.
Deprived of an introduction, to your relatives at our marriage,
At your brothers union, got to meet them five years after;
While some greeted me, fake smile on their face and barely concealed disparage,
A few stood valiant, words of strength and refused to let me shatter.
To those, that judged me, hearing one side of the story,
I can tell you, you succeeded in making my journey harder;
It was but inevitable, that my marriage would turn stormy,
And after 13 years amidst you, I still have no safe harbor.
To the few, that stood bold by me and gave me a chance,
I could not thank you more, from the depths of my heart;
Your support meant a lot, as did your welcoming open arms,
Eased what I knew, was going to be tough from the start.
Another five years in a sea of turmoil, veterans now, in playing the blame game,
Time for the next family reunion, a dear cousins engagement alliance;
This time around your family, openly put me to shame,
Publicly dissing my invitation, and my family’s auspicious presence.
Yet again I decided, to give your father one more chance,
Forced myself to touch his feet, sign of respect to receive his blessing;
Cruelly, he turned away his face and stance,
Refusing to even acknowledge, the undeserving reverence I was delivering.
Even this snub was ok, as I was mentally prepared,
I was there only , for I truly loved your dear cousin sister;
What broke me time and again though, was your open refusal to be paired,
With me, your wife, making our opponents true winner.
Your cousins wedding, was announced to be in 6 months,
Again ensued your parents’ squabbles, on inviting me and mine;
Pre wedding celebrations, where I was faced with many an affront,
While I tried to ignore them for peace, to create a picture prefect mime.
You refused to speak to me, be seated next to me for the celebration luncheon,
Went on to renounce photographs with me, while smiling for a shot with others;
You harassed me on the day of her wedding, while blaming me for your combustion,
Your actions intent on hurting me, with hatred you tried to smother.
I can go on and on, about things that were and were not,
What’s the use, what is finally the end game?
For after these 13 years, of angry fights and taunts,
I doubt we can ever be back, to the love that we once proclaimed.
Now all that’s left of the good old times, are rare memories nostalgic,
Feels like I am living widows life, as you now view me as an opponent;
I miss the guy who promised me love, happiness and a life so fantastic,
Though today I would readily give it up if I should, for the feeling of peace and content!
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