My Princess, My Soul

Shadows and Light - April 2025 - 20 Lines: The weaving Goddesses of Fate had other plans.

When we first talked all those years ago,
I immediately knew you were what I lacked.
Caring, genuine, loving, accepting,
Our Souls found each other and were complete.


Though we had dreams for our future,
Fates decided to divert us in their direction.
They determined we had other paths to travel,
We made it through, although damaged.


We had our share of setbacks and delays.
Months in the hospital in rehabilitation,
Infectious diseases and botched medical care,
Our devotion and dedication never wavered.


Sickness has, again, appeared with bated anticipation.
It isn't comforting when Death is waiting to take you away.
When we made our vows for sickness and health,
He wasn't invited to come along.


We take each day when it arrives,
Knowing what tomorrow could bring.
We made our pledge many decades ago,
Knowing our Souls will never be apart.



Shadows and Light Poetry Contest
Lines: twenty