My Beloved Wife

So like am I a grain of sand I compare my lifes own worth To all who were my ancestors sharing roots of each others birth

Rebecca and I

I am the little leaf falling

feeling but half my worth

No more to wave in the breeze

to heaven from this earth

 

I alone do think I dream

of the love I wish to live

I myself do think I want

much more than I can give

 

She sees in me what I cannot

making fast my hope and stare

She holds this heart with tenderness

her love lay everywhere

 

So like am I a grain of sand

I compare my lifes own worth

To all who were my ancestors

sharing the roots of each ones birth

 

As autumn falls upon my world

should the birds no longer sing

Will there be nothing left to give

but a prayer upon a wing

"Love you Mamma and Papa"

Author's Note

Whenever I think the best is all behind me I look to my blessings. There I see the joys of my wife and granddaughter and the hope they embody therein. Though there may be fewer days ahead than behind. It is quite evident they will be every bit as beautiful.

Reviews

[Coyote Poetry]

Thank you for the beautiful poem and photos.
"So like am I a grain of sand
I compare my lifes own worth
To all who were my ancestors
sharing roots of each others birth"
We are part of our ancestors and their faces and thoughts become our dreams and hope also. Thank you for sharing the outstanding poetry.
Coyote

[Tate Morgan]

Thank you Coyote a gentleman of true worth.

[Einstein Noodle]

just beautiful! i relate to every word of this one Tate! but those last two verses are exquisite for me .. we sure do hit that age when looking back seems all there is ..our purpose completed ..kids are grown...grand kids growing and such fleeting joys when the visit ... so myself and me bride have joined the Silver Sneakers and enjoy the aqua class together ;) just enjoyed the read very much ..points me to the appreciation of that wonderful woman :))
E.

[Helen Crutchett]

LOL....my comment is showing here from a year ago. My was it that long ago that I read this gorgeous poem. Ditto what I said before, plus that I am so chuffed that you are so happy and fulfilled my dear friend!

Hugs Helena :)

[Tate Morgan]

Thank you dear i hope you are well

[melissa]

I love this poem i always like reading your poems because you write some really amazing poems

[Tate Morgan]

Thank you zI try to make people happy that is all we can do

[Gleb Zavlanov]

This is absolutely heartwarming, beautiful and genuinely written. I have rarely read a poem in which I feel as warm and inspired as this. Keep up the great work. There are countless days ahead. :)

[Tate Morgan]

Thank you i never truly liked this one as much as some of the others But I am not the one who decides which ones others like I'm honored thank you

[Gleb Zavlanov]

It was my pleasure.

[Scott S]

Tate, this is truly a splendid piece. All of the stanzas are gorgeous, and it's so nice to see a man who is in true adoration of his wife, and willing to write about it. We share a commonality; I am also blessed by a wonderful wife. I liked all of the stanzas in this piece, but the first really grabbed me and set a great tone for the rest of the piece. I love the line "her love lay everywhere". Really nice work, Tate. I am so glad that we have met, and that I can now view your work. Take care.

Scott

[Tate Morgan]

Thank you Scott may it be so for every man and his wife. I have written over 11 pieces to my own.,

[Scott S]

I look forward to reading more of your work.

[Tate Morgan]

thank you scott

[Pryde Foltz]

So like am I a grain of sand
I compare my lifes own worth
To all who were my ancestors
sharing roots of each others birth

A beautiful tribute. The stanza above spoke to me. Love love love.

[Tate Morgan]

Hi Pryde Thank you I suppose we all compare ourselves to those who came before us

[Michael G. Smith]

She's in a class all her own. What a blessing to share love completely and never walk alone on more through this life and the next. My wife and I are LDS (Mormon). There is an ordinance called sealing. It is the union between and wife that goes beyond till death do you part. An eternal marriage beyond this life. This was marriage in the beginning that started with Adam and Eve but has and continues to be corrupted by man.

[Tate Morgan]

it is a good feeling to know someone wishes for you all that you do for them

[Dye]

What a beautiful dedication/tribute to your lovely wife. I've always admired a man that can express his feelings about his spouse without feeling obligated too do so, but rather wanting to. A true gentleman like my hubby, I applaud you Tate :)

[Tate Morgan]

Thank you dear I love my wife she makes me as happy as i have been

[It's Me, The Miracle]

A small poem with abundant love and passion.....The best thing of a woman's life is to have a husband who considers her as his worth. Thanks for sharing this poem

[Tate Morgan]

Thank you I will always honor this woman who loves me above all others

[minisla]

A very honest and caring poem.

[Tate Morgan]

thank you So nice to hear from you today