The first moment we met So very long ago. I am sure it was springtime. You had me I was captivated Thoughts of romance that would not fade all day. I was never able to get enough of you back then. The years ran by like a deer. We sit now with children raised The quiet contentment Of older age flows in the room I sit and think of how you helped me through all the years. All the love joys heartache and pain. That was our life How you helped me to stay focused. When the money was short And jobs were scarce How you never complained Just taking care of the children and me. The wars came and went Year after year you let them Slide over us like passing clouds. I never remember having to worry about the kids. I see you now sat opposite Glowing in warm firelight The great woman you are. Radiating like the sun at the center of my small universe. I want to say something beautiful to you. Something special and profound. To let you know how I feel. But the only words that I can whisper to you are its no wonder I love you