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Well-Built

And Standing Strong

By Dana CrandellPublished 11 months ago 1 min read
Well-Built
Photo by Mayur Gala on Unsplash

We shared no childhood romance.

We had no history.

Two hearts, joined by happenstance,

Amid life's mystery.

We recklessly invested

All we'd held inside.

We built, rebuilt, and tested

Without blueprint or guide.

What we've built stands fast today,

Because we learned along the way.

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About the Creator

Dana Crandell

Dad, Stepdad, Grandpa, Husband, lover of Nature and dogs.

Poet, Writer, Editor, Photographer, Artist and Tech/Internet nerd.

My first published poetry collection: Life, Love & Ludicrosity

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  • Joe O’Connor6 months ago

    I like the simple rhyme Dana, and the underlying message is a good one. "We built, rebuilt, and tested"- speaks of simpler times when people would get through things together, even when it was hard:)

  • Kristen Balyeat8 months ago

    Love this poem, friend! Writing the story as we go. It ain’t easy, but it’s worth it! Beautiful poem with perfect rhythm!

  • Susan Payton10 months ago

    Amid life's mystery- we recklessly invested. Beautifully Done!!

  • Gabriel Huizenga11 months ago

    So, so lovely, Dana! I love the allusions to architecture/building one's love...This clearly comes right from the heart. :)

  • Stephanie Ginger11 months ago

    Beautifully crafted poem with a warm heart.

  • Gina C.11 months ago

    Such a beautiful love journey, Dana! Exquisite work :)

  • Beautiful description of a wonderful shared journey

  • An may your continued learning together ever-deepen your bond with one another.

  • Caroline Craven11 months ago

    Without blueprint or guide…. That’s so true. I thought this was beautiful.

  • Doing that without blueprint or guide is a hugeeeee thing! May you both always be happy together! 🥰🥰🥰

  • D.K. Shepard11 months ago

    Commitment certainly outshines history when it comes to a foundation for love! Wonderful work, Dana!

  • Mother Combs11 months ago

    Sounds like my husband and I. Love this so much

  • Gregory Payton11 months ago

    Loved the sentiment. Isn't that what life is all about, - building - rebuilding and rebuilding once again.

  • Babs Iverson11 months ago

    Eloquently written!!! Loved it!!!

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