Joseph Loves Mary

Mary the maiden, young and poor
transfixed by specter at her door;
with tears when told of coming child,
accepts that she will be reviled.

Approaches her beloved betrothed
in fear she will be spurned and loathed.
He hears with love and throws no stone.
She need not raise this Child alone.

Lost in the greater story told,
this tale of love so true and bold.
A faith so strong, a love so true,
comes seldom and it comes to few.

Mary was twice blest in her fate;
a Holy Child and steadfast mate.

Joyce 01/27/04