Make It Work Poem by Ms Thang

I know you have the weight of the world on your shoulders
And sometimes it comes down on you like a ton of boulders.
I know it’s a constant struggle to carry yourself respectfully
To make sure everything you say and do brings respect to me.
I know you’re new to marriage and to what feels like rules
I know that you have a lot of pressure upon you.
I know you want to be a perfect husband and dad
And want to provide our kids with the family we didn’t have.
I do see all the sacrifices you’ve made and the changes too
And even if I don’t say it enough, I’m so proud of you!
You are a good man and I’m proud to be your wife
This marriage will take work for the rest of our lives,
But I’m committed to this and committed to us
There’s nothing you can ask that will be too much.
I know sometimes you have to shut down to get the job done
You try to be there for me and still fill the kids lives with fun.
Neither of us is perfect. We both make mistakes
But we’ll work together forever whatever it takes
With your hand in mine we’ll stand united as one
To live to His glory until our days are done.
We’re both still learning how to put the other first
And how to be open but caution with our words.
I know this is still new and we have lots more to learn
About understanding each others needs and concerns
I know you love me and I know you want to do right.
I know it’s hard for us both when sometime we fight.
We’re still getting to know each other and what we both need.
Trying to find the best way for us to assure we succeed.
All I ask is you talk to me and express how you feel
To please be honest and always keep it real
I promise to do my best to be patient and understanding
So you can become the man that God and I know you can be.