The Saga Of Two Willing Hearts

There was a great convergence 
of hearts from far and wide 
and when everyone was gathered 
none were left to stand outside. 

Love stepped up to the podium 
her beauty took all breath away; 
her voice was soft and gentle 
when she began to say.... 

“Who will accept my offering 
of Love both generous and kind? 
Who will open up their hearts 
to leave emptiness behind?” 

There rang out a million voices 
each trying not to be outdone 
for the gift of Love was sought after 
by each and every one. 

Love spread out her hands and smiled 
and everywhere a hush began to fall 
She said “I have enough for every heart 
my gift is free for one and all.” 

But before she even finished speaking 
a chill began to fill the air 
and within that crowded room 
a figure stood up from his chair. 

Time raised up his head and spoke 
in a deep commanding voice 
“Who is strong enough to stand my test? 
Which of these hearts will make that choice?” 

Then Distance stepped out of the crowd, 
gloating, with a look of pride 
and adding weight upon the challenge 
moved to stand at Ol’ Time’s side. 

“So who’ll defy our declaration? 
Who’s hat into the ring is tossed? 
For Time can wither even rocks 
and because of Distance much is lost” 

Silence spread throughout the room 
not a word was spoke, not one; 
Love sadly watched the soundless crowd 
sure Time and Distance now had won. 

But just when those tow’ring figures 
could almost taste a victory so thrilling 
they heard two voices from the stillness, 
both of them said “My heart is willing” 

Then Love gave her head a gentle nod 
and instilled her precious gift, 
for true love withstands the test of time; 
not even distance can cause a rift. 

So the two looked in each other’s eyes 
and shared the gift within each heart 
then tasted one last lingering kiss, 
as their fingers gently slipped apart. 

Then Distance took his powerful grip 
and Time cast his curse upon them too, 
but each heart took with it Love's true gift 
and that's all they need to see them through. 


                            february 2002