We wed two dozen years ago today
Enjoying every aspect of our love
And working for tomorrows yet unseen
And giving, giving of our very essence
We’ve pushed the trolley up the lumpy hill
When wild winds lashed rain into our face
And icy breezes chilled us to the marrow
And arrows punched their way into our dreams
We hunkered, souls engaged and interlinked
Sharing each the other’s strength and counsel
Greeting days with pleasant resolution
Until the sun came wandering to view
Twenty-four full hours in each day
And our day is brightened by the stars
As planets track their influence through clouds
And moon and sun keep faith in tides and hours
Al Barz 