As Long As The Grass Shall Grow

A Johnny Cash song.

As Long As The Grass Shall Grow

He told the prettiest girl in his world,

thank you for staying with me.

I have been following you since the Summer of 1976 and

you allowed me to be part of your life.

In a sweet memory,

we made dandelion wishes,

for the splendour of love to keep us warm and safe, forever and a day.

I remember the sweetest girl saving me and

I tried to save her.

As Long As The Grass Shall Grow

I will remember the warmest kisses made,

the sweetness of your voice telling me,

we will be okay,

together we can overcome the bad days.

We have kissed and touched,

danced into the midnight hours and

you are more beautiful today,

then the shy girl of yesterday.

Thank you my kind lady,

you are my sweetest gal,

my daily miracle and I pray.

I can make you smile,

hold your hand in the morning,

drink morning coffee with you for many more wonderful years.

                         Dancing Coyote

Author's Note

Just words.

Reviews

[Eilis]

This is beautiful, Coyote. Love that multiplies and grows deeper with time is a rare treasure. Your description of that love here is touching and comforting.

I love the gentle and everyday ways you express it. From sharing a midnight dance to sharing morning coffee. The simple and romantic moments that keep the couple growing in love for one another. I think we all yearn for such a love.

I really enjoyed this.

[Coyote Poetry]

Thank you Eilis for reading and the comment. Sometime we can forget to be kind to the people, we loved.

[Chris Shaw]

The love story of Johnny Cash and his wife June Carter. I recall the film Walk the Line. Theirs was a true partnership. He was a handful in the early days of their relationship, but their love endured and grew deeper with the passing years. He adored her. I can imagine him singing these tender words to her. Beautiful they are. This is a fine tribute to them in your words Coyote. Loved him and she was great too when they sang together. They left a fine legacy of music for us to enjoy.

Chris

[Coyote Poetry]

I agree dear Chris. Johnny Cash was a wild man. The Native Americans adopted him. Thank you for reading and the comment.

[James]

Dude, you're going to make me cry, and that's not an easy thing to do. That was awesome.

[Coyote Poetry]

Thank you James. I appreciate the comment.

[Just Kim]

This is such a beautiful write. Wonderful music as well.

[Coyote Poetry]

Johnny Cash and dear wife. A blessing for us who love the song. Thank you for reading and the comment my friend.

[Just Kim]

June carter cash, was just as awesome & their daughter sang as well, Carlene Carter.

[Coyote Poetry]

I listen to all. A family that knew the song.

[Just Kim]

they sure did

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Very lovely sentiment here, dear Coyote. We must always cherish those we love and make sure we let them know just how valued they are as often as we can. When its just simple things like sitting and sharing coffee in the morning sunlight, you know you have reached a wonderful place of love and contentment. It's a very lucky lady to have such thoughtful words written for them and expressed so eloquently. More wonderful words here, my friend. Your quill oozes heart and love. Much enjoyed! :))

[Coyote Poetry]

Thank you dear Jamila. Love need reminders. We must ensure the ones we love. Know they are loved.

[sharonlee]

The thoughtful depth woven here is simply beautiful, thank you for sharing.

[Coyote Poetry]

Thank you my friend for reading and the comment. I do appreciate.

[Jon Roggie]

These are the words I never manage to say, and so live alone.

[Coyote Poetry]

Still time my friend. Just need someone to spark your life and sometimes. We can spark to another. Thank you Jon for reading and the comment.

[Jon Roggie]

Life will tell.

[Unspoken poet]

This is just so wonderful, I loved that song, still do. amazing write...

[Coyote Poetry]

Thank you my friend for reading and the comment. I appreciate your kind words.