Celebrating Brass

To My Beloved on Our 21st Anniversary

Twenty-one years, side by side,

With you, my love, my heart’s true guide.

Through every joy, through every tear,

Your presence has made life so clear.

Brass for strength, unwavering, bold,

Like your love, more precious than gold.

Nickel, its sheen so soft, so bright,

Reflecting your care, my constant light.

You are my anchor, my steady shore,

With you, I've found all I’ve wished for.

The laughter we share, the dreams we weave,

In your arms, there’s nothing I grieve.

Here’s to the years we’ve cherished and grown,

To the love we’ve nurtured, the seeds we’ve sown.

My partner, my rock, my dearest friend,

With you, my love, there’s no end.

So today, on this special day, I vow anew,

Forever, always, I’ll cherish you.

For twenty-one years and many more,

You are the one I’ll always adore.

                         Akila Martin