Love Poem: The Joy of Love
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Written by: Keith Bickerstaffe

The Joy of Love

The boundless joy I feel when you are near
   is peerless, and more valuable than gold,                                     
and I can scarce restrain a happy tear
   when your resplendent beauty I behold.
Your tresses, silken and so fair lie soft   
   upon your pillow, nature's essence shine,    
your slender body mesmerizes, oft                                                             
   I long to hold you close and make you mine.
Your eyes like sparkling stars so deeply rare
   imbue whate'er they see with purity;
no sweeter verdict pass'd could be my share
   than be here bless'd for all eternity,
       safe in your embrace with the world astray
       I'd lie content, my cares would fade away.