Stand By Me

Love immortal and unchanging devotion spans the wall Over which we go exchanging our smiles with one and all

Becky and I

We seek a kind and faithful friend

devotions sweet flower

One who will stand by till the end

lighting the darkest hour

 

Love immortal thoughts exchanging

devotion scales the wall

There we share our love unchanging

with smiles for one and all

 

Her guiding hand which proves so sound

my inner soul to see

Oh may no love that's ever found

mean more than she, to me

Reviews

[Kristallo]

That last stanza is poetic perfection. Immaculate. This whole piece is powerful and incredibly tender, you are so lucky to know love and to have been loved in this way... I enjoyed this poem very much, you're a remarkable writer, Tate. 1

“Beauty of whatever kind, in its supreme development, invariably excites the sensitive soul to tears.”
― Edgar Allan Poe

[gabrielle]

it's truly a blessing to find a friend of lifetime. and the depth of this piece speaks so much on how you treasure and respect this bond of friendship.

[Lena M. P.]

Tate, that was truly special. She is lucky to have a life long friend and she is even luckier to have a man who understands, and is strong and sure enough if their love to not be jealous or demanding. Some men find their wives friends competition but you truly understand and see the beauty of their friendship and realize that it stands alone.

[Morrigan Nicole]

Friendship is held to be the severest test of character. It is easy to be loyal to family, whose blood is in your own veins. But a man's friendships are one of the best measures of his worth. 

[Jazique]

Awe. Excellent job really. Also you're right, friendships that have lasted a lifetime are rare and the best thing any person could have because no other person will know you better and their the best person to ne their when you need the and have a love ad bond nothing or anyone could ever break. Anyways well done and loved the topic choice overall.

[Carolann Dowsett]

This is wonderful and yes a lifelong friend is a special thing indeed. Beautifully written.

[N!LoC]

some people are not so lucky to have a friend that will stand the test of time.... :-( but those who do.... they are truly blessed

[Coyote Poetry]

Beautiful photo and a amazing poem. Good friends are the real gold in a life. Thank you for sharing the outstanding poetry.
Coyote

[Natasha]

Lovely little poem!--great that you wrote about your wife and her best friend. I definitely agree that everyone needs that best friend in their lives that will go through thick and thin with them and help them through their life's journey.