Ode for David and Doreen
Celebrating Fifty Years of Wedded Bliss (Golden Anniversary)
Fifty years o’ wedded bliss
To think it started with a kiss
It hasn’t been a day too long
Had I the time I’d sing a song
Instead of that I wrote these lines
To wish you both in future times
The very best that life can give
My humble verse you must forgive
For Davy and Doreen here’s all the best
I’ll stop and grant your ears a rest
A very happy Golden Anniversary
From your loving Edinburgh family
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Trevor Swistchew's poetry and philosophical essays are published in fellowship with The Shady River Bard—exploring a 26-album concept discography, working permaculture, and reflections on human purpose.