Mandy

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This poem I wrote for my beautiful wife for valentines day.

With humdrum, drumming on my teeth with fingers

I linger on the figure in my mind who sings.

I still see her elevated on the stage at night,

I still see her separated from the earth by right;

My bringer of substance through marriage rings

My angel of the north draped in white-sheet wings

I can be a monster; a bear; very often plain square

But you value, and weather, and still harbor no ill

You beguiled me, you confound me,

Your wild heart’s around me,

I feel entrapped by your good, notwithstanding all ill -

With a future you promised that profoundly calls still

Eight years stronger than the me who was younger

Rough edges chiseled smoother; because I’m your delight,

Memories resound - and you still catch my eye

I’m sure you will until the day that I die,

I know I may be quieter about the way you glow

but my heart pumps louder about you now, you know.

You’re wonder, you’re mystery; slowly unwinding,

I enjoy the path most - because you travel beside me.

You’re a beauty, a picture, ever improving,

Don’t forget that I’ll fancy you still when I’m ninety

You’re inspiring and beguiling; entrapment by smiling

I’ll cherish you forever gorgeous friend that is mine.

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