Hand in hand through life's maze

With lots of wonderment, I look back

With so many good memories to unpack

In a state of awed admiration

I am so happy that we started our conversation

My younger self wished to meet her lover

She was so excited to discover

How this person would look and feel

Unaware how swiftly you'd appear and reveal

Here in this moment, I am in disbelief

A pleasant feeling of wonder and a sigh of relief

My wish, now a reality so true

Emotions surge, in waves anew

I want to thank you for not giving up on me

I was judging you and couldn't see

That my judgement came from old concepts and frames

Closed eyes, blinded to your flames

Above all, you're my trusted friend

Someone who is quiet, honest and helps me expand

Who fights for me and always makes me laugh

This is a thank you on my behalf

I don't want to take a moment for granted

In attentiveness, love is planted

You taught me to surrender to the unknown

In your presence, my love has grown

I look back with wonderment at the moments we share

So many joys, and you're always there

I forever wish to meet your gaze

Hand in hand through life's maze