Broken up

 

I was told they had broken up

that he had left her, going off alone

It came as a surprise to us all

as we imagined them to be on the road to matrimony

They seemed the ideal couple, very much in love

a chance meeting had brought them together

I have tried to contact her but to no avail

she is the sweetest soul, fun loving and sincere

Love was what she searched for after a broken marriage

this twinning seemed to be the answer to her unhappiness

Together for three and a half years

no whisper or trace of an impending break

I met him only once at a family reunion

he appeared polite, tidy and I suppose attractive

An ideal match but not destined to last

She must be heart broken

as my heart goes out to her, my dearest cousin

I feel her pain acutely