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In 2023 we celebrate 50 years of marriage!


 

Enter the winter of our life as one The months and years have rushed on by Together we’ve endured what life has dealt Our true love’s the reason why We both were sweet 16 when introduced We waved hello across the room Was one year later till we met again Wasn’t long before love bloomed When reminiscing through our life there’s so much that we hold dear Regret is not a word that we would use despite all the tears ... Our vows were said when we were just 18 We pledged a love to last the years Such declaration gave us confidence Helped mitigate our fears Our firstborn son came after nineteen months Our second son just eighteen more Now in their forties with wives of their own Ladies whom we so adore When reminiscing through our life there’s so much that we hold dear Regret is not a word that we would use despite all the tears … And so we live to love another day You smile at me and take my hand Assured that as we face life’s obstacles together we will stand Just for a moment, I go back in time Freshness of youth as memories soar If I were asked to do it all again I would wish to love you more …

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Date: 4/12/2022 11:51:00 PM
WOW! Mark a lovely recap of your love for Carol. How many people can say they, "would wish to love you more" I guess just some of us can just wish. Peter and I have been married 56 years this past Feb. unbelievable... Love you guys
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Mark Toney
Date: 4/14/2022 8:16:00 PM
Carol and I will be celebrating 49 years in a few months. We appreciate the vibrant comment, Barbara!
Date: 2/23/2022 4:48:00 PM
This is a beautifully written romantic poem. Thoroughly enjoyed reading. Take care!
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Date: 2/23/2022 5:14:00 PM
Valerie, thank you for the encouraging comment.
Date: 1/20/2022 11:25:00 AM
Wow, Mark! Take pride in all your wonderful and tender memories.. recall your youth and relish in what you did and adore.. reminisce about the past, the seeds of beauty and Love you sowed yields a fulfilling life.. You composed a hit so many would relate to! I so much enjoyed reading your amazing poetry.. My deepest regards and blessings.
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Mark Toney
Date: 1/21/2022 2:45:00 PM
Thank you so much, Besma. Your gracious words and encouragement made my day!
Date: 1/4/2022 10:21:00 AM
Very powerful Mark, stunningly good, actually...
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Date: 1/4/2022 8:18:00 PM
Thank you for the encouraging comment, James. You've made my day :)
Date: 12/30/2021 10:59:00 PM
If I were asked to do again, I would wish you to love again. Amazing
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Mark Toney
Date: 12/31/2021 2:32:00 PM
I am grateful for your encouraging comment, Arjun.
Date: 12/26/2021 9:59:00 PM
I truly love this, Mark. For two reasons, one it is an excellent poem, and the other it seems to emulate my wife an i's journey into winter. Favourite for me. Happy New Year to your family...Harry
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Date: 12/29/2021 5:05:00 PM
Thank you, Harry, for your lovely comment and well-wishes. I also appreciate the “Fav”. You made my day!
Date: 12/24/2021 12:30:00 PM
Wow Mark this is great, nothing like true love, sounds like something I would write! Well done!
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Mark Toney
Date: 12/25/2021 8:26:00 AM
Why thank you, John!

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