One of my oldies but goodies written for my wife Joan on our 29th Wedding Anniversary on November
16, 1997
My Greatest Gift
I knew on our Wedding Day as the Priest said, “A perfect marriage will be a joy>“That we would be blessed
time and time again.
As we grew as one through the years and we have truly grown as one. We have shared each other’s sorrows, sickness,
pain, and joy. We laugh, cry, eat, and even sometimes think as one.
We toss and turn in sleep when one of us is not there, and when one is missing from the room for a time, a soft voice is
heard, “Are you ok>“ A simple ride in our car is not the same if you are not there.
As the twenty-nine years we have shared together passes so quickly, I continue to look to you as my helper, my confidant,
my lover, my wife.
With God’s help, I continue to shelter you under my wings, to keep you from all harm and evil, and have always wished
I could do more.
We have learned to laugh at our mistakes, and support each other in our disappointments, cherish each other in our quality
time together. And, we have always loved and respected each other’s views, even if sometimes they differ.
You have blessed me with, and helped me to raise a wonderful son. You have continued to bless me with a warm and comfortable
home. Meals to sustain me, clothes to clothe me, love to warm me, words to strengthen, encourage, and sooth me.
If my life would end tomorrow and all my hopes and dreams, there would be one face that is more familiar our God would
see. For eventually, you too will follow, and walk along beside me on those streets of glory. God’s greatest gift to
me, MY WOMAN, MY WOMAN, MY WIFE.
