#50th
In the beginning there were two young souls
Each living a lifetime before they were grown
Representing hope to the others' dreams and goals
Wounded hearts in the shadows of their own homes
The bride in a bed sheet wedding gown and a groom just 18
On their own together facing a journey unforeseen
They were judged and many counted them out
Walking in faith forward with a future in doubt
The early years came and went as their family grew
Tears of happiness arrived with joys they never knew
Life found a way facing many sorrows with mercy
They persevered bravely in the face of adversity
Despite many hardships they never gave up the fight
Forgiveness at the helm of love’s ship guided by light
The chaotic seas calmed with the hands of grace
Redemption and love intertwined like a beautiful lace
Those same souls now older, wiser still full of gratitude and care
For the their journey and family were built on hope and a prayer
We lift our glasses tonight in honor of your life together saying cheers
Mom and Dad, with all our hearts we honor your fifty years!
Jan 30, 2021
Jan 30, 2021 at 3:57 PM UTC
In the Bible it is written,
among the "Thees" and "Thows";
Just what I promised you,
in these our wedding vows.
I promised you forever,
is how long you'd feel my love;
No matter what the struggle,
ever come to push or shove.
I promised you I'd stand by you,
from then 'til Heaven calls;
I'd hold you tight and comfort you,
to never let you fall.
I promised you I'd hold your hand,
all through life's weary way;
I'd guide you and protect you,
grow closer day by day.
I promised to defend you,
to stand up for my bride;
To make you first within my life,
and put all else aside.
I promised you I'd be the man,
My God would have me be;
I'd show you kindness in our life,
our marriage I would lead.
I promised you I'd comfort you,
forever keep you safe;
To wrap you up with loving arms,
my arms your sacred place.
With those few vows I said to you,
forever was my goal;
And here we are still so in love,
since 50 years ago!
Jun 12, 2017
Jun 12, 2017 at 6:42 AM UTC
50 poems each different in a way.
Geeze I never thought I was this cray.
A shade of me here.
Facing my fear.
My 50th poem a limerick here to stay.
Apr 12, 2015
Apr 12, 2015 at 3:33 PM UTC