Stronger Stuff

Amazing that we said “I do”

so long ago, before we knew…

 

In youth, our love, it shined like gold ~

it looked so good, but would it hold?

 

Real love is not gold in the least,

the shine, in time, will be decreased

 

Titanium is stronger stuff,

not much sparkle, it handles the tough

 

Once the glitter has departed

love is not gold, but titanium-hearted

Author's Note

Today is our wedding anniversary. I think about how little we knew then, 21 years ago... and how much there is to learn, still...

Reviews

[OTownPete]

Having recently celebrated my 35th wedding anniversary I can tell you that your words hold so much truth. You have a wonderful style and you get your message accross quite clearly. Your friend in words, Pete

[Rita L. Sev]

Thank you so much, Pete! I appreciate the read and review!

[Troy Henson]

Happy Anniversary Rita.

How true youre words are here. I too married young and the challenges along the way still have us learning each and every day.

Regards
Troy

[Rita L. Sev]

Thanks, Troy. We are still "growing up" together!

[Sharon Kim]

Lovely sentiment! Hope you had a wonderful anniversary Rita!

[Rita L. Sev]

Thanks, Sharon!

[Joyce S. Greene]

Very wise poetry, Rita. You obviously know of what you speak. I love your style and your heart. Both shine through these lines and in all of your poetry.

[Rita L. Sev]

Thank you, Joyce! I am so blessed to know this kind of love...

[Anand Sehgal]

Titanium is stronger stuff,
not much sparkle, it handles the tough

awesome metaphor. wish you all good

[Rita L. Sev]

Thank you, Anand!

[SyberRose]

A belated Happy Anniversary Rita...and hope you enjoyed your special day together...Rose
A beautiful poem you have penned...:)

[Rita L. Sev]

Thank you so much, Rose!

[Daffy]

Congratulations on your anniversary, Rita. Marriage is like life itself. As time goes by we know how much we didn't know, and what we know continues to grow, but what we have yet to know, we now know will be more fun than what we knew before.....er I think I have it right....but you know what I mean. D

[Rita L. Sev]

I do indeed, Daffy! Thank you!

[Renée]

Happy Anniversary ! Oh Yes this is what love truly is...enduring, devoted, "titanium-hearted" ! Goes so fast and seems only yesterday .. strong enduring write Rita ( :

[Rita L. Sev]

Thank you so much, Renee! Yes, it goes so fast...

[Renée]

A Pleasure Dear Rita especially since is it about a real enduring love ( :

[Will]

This is absolutely wonderful, Rita! The analogy of love to titanium is brilliant, and it is well executed throughout the piece. I also like the rhyme and flow here, as it was very natural and varied throughout. Happy anniversary, Rita! Congratulations, and way to go on a great poem.

[Rita L. Sev]

Thank you so much, Will!

[rutherford]

What better anniversary gift that to give your husband a poem. A testament to your well conditioned poetry muscle to be able to write a great poem for a special occasion.

[Rita L. Sev]

As you know, every day is a poem in the making. Thank you, John!