Photo by Don Detrick – age 17
When I first met the gorgeous girl
She was only fifteen.
Her waist length enchanting brown hair
Falling straight down her back with no curl.
I thought it was quite sensational
That a pretty, intelligent girl
Who was very conversational
Would want to talk to me.
But she did.
If she had said,
“Marry me and your wildest dreams
Will all come true”
I would have believed her.
She didn’t say it,
But I did, and they did.
Life has brought some wild moments,
But the calm within life’s fort
Is the gorgeous girl I married.
Her lovely hair now colored and short.
And together through the years
With laughter’s joy and sorrow’s tears
Our dreams have evolved
Over time more defined.
They became less wild
And more refined.
She made my dreams come true
This gracious woman who said “I do.”
The proof is in our children
Three lives, distinctly set apart.
But each a true reflection
Of their mother’s loving heart.
(c)2010 Don Detrick – First written for Jodi on Mother’s Day 2010
Love this!
Such a sweet poem, for a sweet couple!
She’s still beautiful, inside and out.
very touching — love that transcends.
Still so honored to be “your girl” and always will be–though not sure about the ‘gorgeous’ part! You are my lifelong hero with the heart of a poet and I love sharing each day with you!! I love you soooo much!