Jerry Brotherton Poet Haibun

The Ultimate Test

The ultimate test of any relationship is to be able to disagree, while still holding hands. Anyone who knows Mrs. B and me can certainly tell you something about having arguments. Over the years, we have had our share of 'doozies'. We are the perfect example of what happens when you put two Taurus’s in one room. But there is still no one whose opinion I value more.

                                            Every argument
                                      needs no winner or loser
                                              only solutions

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Mystic Rose Rose December 16, 2023 at 4:30 AM when we love someone we allow the freedom of expression, we can still love them even when we don't agree lol, great poem about human nature and love dear Jerry, thanks for sharing, have a precious day Jerry Brotherton December 18, 2023 at 6:51 PM Thanks, my friend. Love is compromise.

Eve Roper December 15, 2023 at 6:29 PM If you are the same, then there are no winners? My husband and I also had our share, but we were opposites, and he spoiled me when he was wrong. Thank you for sharing this lovely poem. May you and Mrs. B have a Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year. Hugs my friend. Jerry Brotherton December 18, 2023 at 6:51 PM So true Eve. Have a marvelous Christmas, my friend.

Deb M December 15, 2023 at 12:55 PM What a doozie this poem is Jerry!! I just love your realness and sincerity when you write….l feel that you are a kind and authentic being Jerry from your words! You are spot on about arguments! Debx Jerry Brotherton December 15, 2023 at 5:54 PM Whaaa, I thank ya ma'am. Gosh darn if you ain't got me a blushin.

Silent One December 15, 2023 at 12:04 PM You are right Jerry and its not about who is wrong or right it is about how it can be resolved... Nicely expressed.. Jerry Brotherton December 15, 2023 at 5:54 PM Thanks Silent One.

Tom Cunningham December 15, 2023 at 8:20 AM A verse of wisdom Terry love your last three lines. We all have the old ding dong, who doesn't? but as you say still holding hands even if you're in disagreement is a sign of an excellent marriage. Enjoy your weekend. Tom Jerry Brotherton December 15, 2023 at 5:57 PM Thank you Tom. We've managed to make it 48 years so I don't think there is too much left that we can argue about anymore.