On Your Own

I queried the gods of creation
And granted, with latent frustration
Will SHE marry me
I’m cute as can be
And frankly I’m bored with flirtation

The gods didn't offer assistance
ignoring my dogged persistence
but what can I say
this dog had its day
we now lead a joyful existence


Author notes: https://allpoetry.com/contest/2784583-A-Challenging-Double-Limerick image from Alamy

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