Loyalty

Forty-seven years should count for something.

Forty-seven precious years of staunch fidelity,

Support and devotion to you, my one and only,

A constant, steadfast case of loyalty.

 

I’d like to say we’ve had a pretty good run,

More than many,

More than most. More to come.

Want so much for us to age together,

And this is much too soon.

Much too soon.

 

You have been my one true life companion,

And I your ever-faithful devotee.

Through shifting tides we’ve

Traversed restless oceans

And stood our ground with fierce integrity.

 

And I will be there when the battle’s over

To take your hand and keep you safe and warm.

A loyal friend, a faithful true companion

Offering calm shelter from the storm.