That time ago when I first chanced  to gaze
Upon that smile that shines upon me still,
Fair looks alone that set my heart ablaze—
Love’s searing essence tempering my will.
With lustrous light you thrilled me from afar,
My soul inflamed, eyes wide with lips struck dumb
As one who first beholds a new found star
Or ancient awed ‘neath full eclipse of sun.
Surrendered so to love’s astronomy,
Enamored by that grand celestial show,
Uncertain still of sight’s veracity,
Content to bask in heaven’s holy glow.
Each night I turn my eyes to skies above
To thank my favored stars for your dear love.

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