I have fallen in love With the same woman three times In a day spanning nineteen years Of tearful joys and joyful tears. I loved her first when she was young Enchanting and vibrant, eternally new She was brilliant, fragrant and cool as the morning dew I fell in love with her the second time When first she bore her child and mine She’s always by my side, the source of my strength Helping to turn the tide… I fell in love again with the same woman the third time Looming from the battle her courage will never fade. Amidst the hardships she has remained Undaunted and unafraid She is calm and composed. She is God’s lovely maid.