Legacy 2003

Sonnet 25 Heidi Tompkins My love, I do not wish to steal your heart From anyone, but win it on my own In time, no competition, no cruel art Employed-but patient, kindly trust alone.

In ages past, cavemen would often fight Over the women, women innocent.

These days in words girls quibble for that right.

I will not steal your heart without consent Of each and every party here concerned.

Especially my God-His plan indeed.

Surpasses my own feelings. If returned.

Affection finds all parties here agreed.

If God brings us together, it will be Unmarked by any schemes that came from me.