It was then and remains true
I could've never loved anyone
After I found myself loving you
Your beauty of flesh, very clear
The spirit form, manifestly fine
No other could inspire my heart
Scarred and ugly it had become
You inspire me more, in my soul
And often you inspire my mind
You have given me reason to exist
For my flawed being to even persist
You're cause of my soul's persistence
Against the agents of malice and hate
My sole defense, perfect resistance
Without you, I'd not have endured
You loved me, no strings attached
Your love has been absolutely pure
I never had reason to doubt you
I've something to shout about
I found one to love fully, enough
June 11 1988 to June 11 2023
