If Not For You

Life has given us reminiscent skies:
Like wondrous golden evening sunsets
That kissed our daily tired burning eyes;
And the ocean below we’ll not forget
With its thundering, mysterious voice
Beckoning our return from whence we came.
We think of what will be and we rejoice
In knowing all the beauty still to claim.
And yet my love, while this for you I write
All I have witnessed in life’s great bounty
Would just be hidden shadows in the night
If not for you who shared these sights with me;
And all the stars that twinkle bright above
Give testament to your undying love.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Mason Avatar
December 11, 2009 at 12:52 PM
Wonderful tribute to love here, Albert!! Hope you have a great holiday and that 2010 is the best year ever for you and yours!!
Ahearn Avatar
August 22, 2013 at 11:50 AM
I had a great 2010, 2011, 2012 and so far a great 2013. Thanks for commenting,Sue.
Brown Avatar
December 1, 2009 at 11:22 AM
Wishing you a week blessed with love and inspiration Albert. I am thanking you for posting your excellent poetry which I have enjoyed reading today. Love, Carol
Ahearn Avatar
August 22, 2013 at 11:48 AM
Four years to reply! I'm lucky to still be around to thank you. Thanks Carol.
Chircop Avatar
November 30, 2009 at 9:54 AM
Magical poem indeed-Charma
Ahearn Avatar
August 22, 2013 at 11:45 AM
Charmain, Better late than never, replying. Thank you for the kind words.
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