Poetry - The Gift

The Gift

Little did I know what was about to happen ...
That remarkable day that you walked into my life..

How could I even know how my life would change ...
In ways that I could not even begin to imagine.

God gave me a precious gift that day ...
He came to me sending me a wonderful angel.

Ah, I can hear her say, "I've done some things...
That you might not realize or even like."

"So, how in hell could you even begin, or ...
Know that you'd fall deeply in love with me."

But, I did know that I would do it all ...
Even as I'm pushed to the limit and beyond.

Little did I know that God would ask me to prove...
And show who I am and what I feel inside me.

Now I know that this beautiful Love Flower....
Means so much to me and is truly my destiny.

A fateful day came when she got into a serious mess...
And I almost didn't answer that late nite call to me.

Asking me to help and be there just for her ...
And please don't push her away like all the rest.

God sent His angels to me so that I'd know...
How strong and loving I could really be.

Are you willing to take a stand no matter what...
There will be days full of pain and it's a big risk.

I thought to myself how can I do this all over again....
After I loved her and then she hurt me so much.

But I turned and knew that it was worth the risk...
I'm here to love her and hold her in my arms forever.

So I stepped up and never looked back ever again...
And God's angels came to touch our hearts together.

What more can I even say except I have begun...
A journey that is changing me into a better man.

I did everything I could so it all could become better...
Yes, the risks are great and expectations uncertain.

I stand beside my precious angel, she's my Best Friend...
I am here to comfort her and take away all the pain.

To be here to see her through many rough days ...
And to show her how strong and courageous she is.

There were days when even I had my doubts...
But I knew in my heart that it would all be fine.

Some say I saved her life with all that I've done...
But, it's me that has been saved too by my Nicole.

She tells me that I mean the world to her now ... "
You are my best friend and the only one I truly trust".

"And even more honey, I'm beginning to fly now...
For you give me strength to fulfill all my dreams."

"It's all because you stood by me and truly believed...
I'm where I am right now and I want even more!"

"Thank you .. Thank you my precious man ...
And helping me overcome hurts to discover true love".

Ah, yes, I only know what I see is in front of me now...
She has changed so much and the world is now at her feet.

You make me so happy honey as I stand next to you...
You and I are just so strong, but a little fragile too.

What really happened is that God has changed our lives...
"You know that God is great and He is here for you and me"

Yes I know as I sing praises to Him and all of the angels...
And the one angel who stood up and grew her new wings.

Now she has eyes that see just what matters the most....
Faith and dedication to God Almighty Christ the Savior.

All I can say is that I've been so touched by all this...
And know that everything is possible through faith in God.

I stand here in amazed, loving you even more babe...
As I watch you grow more and more day by day.

I know that it's our faith in God that makes this all possible...
And my promise to you is to be here for you always and forever.

It is so cool to hear you giggle and laugh, oh yeah!
This is the Nicole that I know and love so much.

I made a promise to you when we first met...
That I'd always love you and never turn away.

That means even more to me now...
After all we have shared and been thru together.

Many people hope and expect gifts of jewelry, money or even a car...
But you are different, and want somebody who can be there for you.

Yes, you are God's gift to me that is for sure...
It's all about being true to your heart and ...
Knowing that we have a lifetime to make it so.

Thank you Lord for that special gift that we both share...
Best friends true, loving each other and being ...
Such a vital part of each other and our lives too.

Written in appreciation and love for Nicole Lynn Hutchins,
My best friend and plans for the future together. You are
so precious to me and such a gift from the hands of God.
Thanks you for everything, especially for loving me and
taking this chance to make a beautiful life together.

David K. Patterson, Copyright (c) February 15, 2013