Mr & Mrs

The lion and his lioness Had blessed each other's hearts, So harmony brought happiness For that's what it imparts... When understanding takes control And partnership holds sway, There's wholesome gladness in each soul That hopes it stays that way... Some call it work to co-exist, It just needs memories, For from the past they still persist, Reminding what can please... So arguments stay in the past, Contentions thus to fade, All that remains are things that last, Now pleasantly displayed... That's how a couple's meant to be, Entwined by thoughts of love, Beyond the hopes and dreams that we At first would think enough... Because they seek their share of bliss, Instead of finding blame, How blessed indeed, this couple is, Deserving of acclaim... Denis Martindale, copyright, September 2013. The poem is based on the magnificent painting by Stephen Gayford called 'Mr & Mrs'.