The recipe of love must always include
Some herbs and spices for fortitude;
A tablespoon of forgiveness -
A clove of loyalty -
A cup of faith -
And a sprig of honesty;
A pinch of patience -
A teaspoon of trust -
A cup of friendship -
And a bit of lust;
Mix all these herbs and spices well -
No other recipe could ever excel;
Add ________ and ________ for proper effect;
Then saute the whole in two cups of respect.

Poems - Copyright (c) 1983-1996 by Ara John Movsesian