George and Anne

I composed this poem the day I received the news of the marriage of my brother George Baini to our cousin Antoinette Bahri, year 1969.

-1-

My brother George is smitten,

Flowers of  love shape

His Anne’s name.

I pray to Almighty God,

To shine upon and protect them.

My brother is young and handsome,

And Anne is like a fragrant rose,

Her smile made his heart palpitate,

For her, he has forsaken all.

-2-

Pour O God your abundant blessings,

Upon them and protect Sydney,

Adorn their way with silk and flowers.

Anne is a princess and George her prince,

A hero and a knight like no other,

Protect them always, O Divine Judge,

Kfirsgab joyfully danced for them,

Mejdlaya chanted jovial poetry;

And sent its heart a special gift.

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