Ties of the Heart
(Rekindled)
When we were young we mostly played jump rope,
But then, when we played a game of old maid,
We pecked at each other adoringly.

Tonight we're back in touch, and we're older,
So that I could give you pelting kisses
We do not have to speed through anything.

I know that you are ready for me to
Give you a diamond ring made of pure gold
You call me from that city you are from.

We will have a dinner together too
Eating chicken and rice, we should have a
Conversation, doting on about each

Other and parting ways with friends from our
Younger years as we create a new life
Together in a perfect, humble home.

Our kids play of acts of bravery too
They would share such stories with each other:
Their dreams, skillful leadership, and terse pranks.