Our hearts were lovingly bound together in marriage as one.
We were guided by the faithful, lasting light of the Son.
In our bright and warm souls, burned the Spirit's fire
To give us His strength when our straits seemed so dire.
The Father's hand was constantly extending and holding
Us in His compassionate palm as our needs were unfolding.
We were blessed to receive God's saving, sacramental grace
To stand up to the rigors of this once in a lifetime race.
We succeeded in our happy marriage by running side by side
At a marathon's pace and accepting all challenges in stride.