A Golden Journey

You were eighteen and I twenty two That day at the alter when we said I do Since then the years have traveled so fast For us in a marriage they said wouldn't last They are too young, the voices said Much too young for them to wed They are just kids, they have no idea I doubt they'll even last a year But our love was greater then our age Together we stepped upon our stage Performed the roles of husband and wife Acting as one throughout our life And now after all these years are done We still meet each new challenge as one Our hearts have merged and every day Together face what comes our way Those that said it wouldn't last Are now just memories from our past It seems in fact our love was true I cherish my fifty years with you To my lovely wife on our golden anniversary February 3, 2012 Iambic Tetrameter
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Courtney Avatar
October 31, 2012 at 10:32 PM
wonderful poem
Quigley Avatar
November 4, 2012 at 7:46 AM
Thank you Ruth
Taylor Avatar
October 30, 2012 at 8:10 PM
Beautiful tribute, Bob. Well deserved win. Congrats on your 50th. My wife and I will celebrate our 54th in Dec. She has been very sick since July but beginning to show some improvement. As a result I have been inactive in PS since Aug. All the best to you and yours. Ralph
Quigley Avatar
October 31, 2012 at 11:07 AM
Thank you Ralph. A wish for your wife to return to health.
Johnson Avatar
October 29, 2012 at 10:33 PM
A lovely poem and tribute Bob. congratulations on your first place win. I had just 21 years with my husband when he died at 41. I've always wondered how it would have ben to have celebrated our 50th. Love, Joyce
Quigley Avatar
October 31, 2012 at 11:09 AM
The number of years pales in comparison to the joys contained. I know we have been blessed.
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October 29, 2012 at 8:41 PM
BOB, ..:-), CONGRATULATIONS IN "Dana'lynn Smith" CONTEST... ALWAYS~ PD
Quigley Avatar
October 31, 2012 at 11:10 AM
Thank yo PD
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October 29, 2012 at 3:38 PM
A very good poem for a special occasion. I believe every marriage could take a page out of your book. Happy golden anniversary.
Quigley Avatar
October 31, 2012 at 11:10 AM
Thank you Anoush. Much appreciated.
Dietrich Avatar
October 29, 2012 at 3:16 PM
a wonderful golden anniversary tribute, Bob. Congrats on your BIG win.
Quigley Avatar
October 31, 2012 at 11:10 AM
Thank you Andrea
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October 29, 2012 at 10:13 AM
Big congratulations on your win Bob xx
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October 31, 2012 at 11:11 AM
Thank you Mandy
Prabhu Avatar
October 29, 2012 at 9:52 AM
great one bob!!!!!!!!!!!!! congrats on the top placement!!!!!!!!!!!!~sashi
Quigley Avatar
October 31, 2012 at 11:11 AM
Very much appreciated Sashi
Grisetti Avatar
October 29, 2012 at 8:46 AM
Congratulations on your winning poem. And double congratulations on your 50th anniversary. I have my 40th this copming spring.
Quigley Avatar
October 31, 2012 at 11:12 AM
Thank you very much for your kind comments. And an early congrats on your 40th
Brown Avatar
October 29, 2012 at 5:57 AM
Congratulations on your super win in Dana'lynn's "The Girl" contest Bob. Love, Carol
Quigley Avatar
October 31, 2012 at 11:12 AM
Thank yo Carol
Song Avatar
October 29, 2012 at 3:27 AM
Bob, what a spectacular and personal write to one lucky gal! You pulled off the perfect gift here, friend! Much enjoyed how u both overcame the odds! Congrats on your top spot! Well deserving of it!!! gwendolen
Quigley Avatar
October 31, 2012 at 11:13 AM
You are very kind Gwen. Your comments are much appreciated.
Sweetheart Avatar
October 29, 2012 at 12:11 AM
CONGRATS BOB ON A TREMENDOUS WRITE AND FIRST PLACE WIN LUV .. SO GREAT TO SEE YOUR NAME TOP THE WINNERS LIST LUV ..
Quigley Avatar
October 31, 2012 at 11:07 AM
Thank you Linda Marie
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January 25, 2012 at 10:32 AM
wonderful poem, Bob, a true and wholesome rendering of marriage, i can relate to this, my wife and i golden december 1st 2012. thank you bob, this is so special, going to my fav, harry
Quigley Avatar
January 25, 2012 at 10:51 AM
Thank you Harry. And an early congratulations to you and your bride.
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January 24, 2012 at 1:45 PM
Congratulations to you and your wife, Bob. A lovely write for a wondrous occasion. God Bless. Love, Kim
Quigley Avatar
January 24, 2012 at 2:04 PM
Thank you Kim. I appreciate that.
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January 24, 2012 at 1:25 PM
this is so sweet and hearfelt, bob... love knows no age.. happy anniversay; wow, you and your wife made it! :) huggs!
Quigley Avatar
January 24, 2012 at 2:06 PM
She has great taste in men:) Thanks Nette
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