It’s spelt “Annette", and like my wife, she casts a net
that catches all within her gaze, like Juliet.

When first we met, I liked her smile, a girl of nine,
but in the years beyond, her charm was God’s design.

When I’ve the want to pour out pain, she makes the space
to turn lost thoughts of Juliet once more t'wards grace.
 

                                   25 December 2023