Joyful Tears

13 years of marriage and she still inspires me.

 

Joyful Tears

 

Asleep in the dark you never knew

The times I’ve watched you slumber.

The way your hair moves about your face

With each breath you exhale.

Your body relaxed, the pale light illuminating skin

Lying stretched out before me.

 

To gaze on such beauty at times I cry joyful tears.

 

As the day wears on you rarely notice

The times I’ve stood in awe of your power.

Your grace and authority at work

Is only exceeded by your patience and love at home.

A nurturing mother not afraid to discipline

As well as an incredible lover whose touch still excites.

 

In secret I cry joyful tears for the blessing of knowing you.

 

When I fall you are there.

When I forget you remind me.

When I need encouragement you provide for me.

When I am hungry you feed my soul as well as my body.

 

I cry joyful tears in thanks for you.

Reviews

[Nancy Lee Shrader]

oooh so beautiful. She is one lucky lady

[nocturnalbeast]

I like this poem a lot!.

[Salvatore Buttaci]

A wonderful poem of gratitude! It moves smoothly, holding the reader's attention.

Sal

[Tammy]

So sweet.. Very nice tribute.

[Laura E. Aranda]

OUCH, major toe-curl !!!!!!
This was soooooooooo sweet.
To my favorites it does go!!!!!!
BRAVO!
Cheers,lea

[Christel Grady]

It is so rare that we find that one person that makes us whole. This is truly a joyful and tearful poem. Thank you.