In The Beginning By Scott L. Vanatter, January 1, 2015 (Poem for our 39th wedding anniversary, January 2, 2015) I Long ago now We saw enough We knew enough Then, waking up Slumbering No longer Easily, actively we choose One another II The idea Planted, buried Deep in our hearts Clear in our minds We journey Through life together An adventure III Encountering A sometimes lonely world A sometimes dreary world We wend our way as beloved companions Enjoying a lively shared Endeavor Engaging . . . Innocence and awareness Wonders and puzzles Disappointments Accomplishments Darkness and light Dim shades gray and brilliant gradations of white Pleasure and pain Loss and gain Sickness Sorrow Sadness And gladness Heights Depths And breadths In the clamor and commotion Shadows cower Darknesses flee Peace and tranquility Calmness and serenity In you and me IV Heavenly visions and ecstasies Overwhe
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