We met on foreign lands for

twelve months

Twelve months that alternated

between writing and reading and kissing

Making love in beds too small and too big

We met on foreign lands for

opportunity

Twelve months passing slowly

with times too fast and times too slow

While we awaited our decision

We met on foreign lands for

love unexpected

Twelve months that became a foundation

for lives lived well and fully

Wishing ever for more

We met on foreign lands

and they became familiar