Author Archives: Steven R. Drennon

MY WIFE

In a time of my life When I felt insecure, You brought to me you love, And then I knew for sure That no one else could hope To take my love from you, For you have helped me find … Continue reading

Posted in 1983, Enduring | Leave a comment

SMILE BRIGHTLY

You once smiled so brightly, Causing me to smile as well, But it’s been so long Since your smile has brightened My days or my nights. You once inspired my thoughts, Giving me an endless stream Of creative ideas and … Continue reading

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ALL THE YOUNG MEN

The headlines screamed about the war Which raged in Viet Nam, While students marched on campuses In protest of the bomb. I watched them burn their draft cards and Then riot in the streets, And all the headlines told us … Continue reading

Posted in 1983, Hidden Love | Leave a comment

MY THOUGHTS

Often I’ve laid awake at night Thinking about you only, And smiling at the thought Of the love I feel for you. I toss and turn, trying to sleep, But you remain in my thoughts. It would truly be unjust … Continue reading

Posted in 1982, Reflections | Leave a comment

WEDDING DAY

I stand here beside you Prepared to pledge my love, And in just a short time A simple, basic ceremony Will unite the two of us Into one love combined. I am not nervous or afraid, Only anxious to begin … Continue reading

Posted in 1982, Meant To Be | Leave a comment

THE LOVE THEY ONCE GAVE

I’ve loved some other women in my past, And yet the love they offered couldn’t last. Now when I think about the love they gave, It makes me sad, Because the sweet love they once gave Has all turned bad. … Continue reading

Posted in 1982, Memories, Songs | Leave a comment

FAR AWAY

You see the girl who’s walking in the meadow? She walks there in the springtime And in the month of May. If you should ask her why she walks alone there, She’s waiting for her serviceman So far, far away. … Continue reading

Posted in 1982, New Beginnings | Leave a comment

THANK YOU, LOVE

Thank you for the many times You tried to make me smile, Though I preferred to be depressed Or lonely for a while. Thank you for allowing me To fantasize or dream, And never laughing at my thoughts, Though foolish … Continue reading

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BRIGHTEN YOUR LOVE

The sun Shines brightly down Upon your lovely face Enclosing and enhancing your Beauty. The moon Glows softly in The night, as do your eyes, And when you smile they brighten up The night. Dec. 7, 1982

Posted in 1982, Memories | Leave a comment

SHENANDOAH VALLEY

The wind blew lightly around us As we walked along the river, Our thoughts wandering freely together. The apple blossoms were blooming, Forming a beautiful foreground Of white and green against the blue sky. The mountains stood out boldly At … Continue reading

Posted in 1982, This Moment | Leave a comment