Happy Engagement A + P

This is a lovely poem that my colleague and mentor Vivek made for me on the day of my engagement.

Why does everybody seem to be jumping up and down?
It’s all about the engagement party that’s the talk of the town,
When Amruta's and her best dude’s paths shall unite forever,
Overcoming mortally inflicted strains on the mind, heart and liver.

Hey Amruta and Pratik, take a bow!
A lifetime of happiness awaits you now,
Along with the sunshine, there’s bound to be rain,
Dance and be merry, smile thru’ the pain.

Meanwhile at the party, your guests will be thrilled,
They'll relish the feast, their expectations fulfilled,
While witnessing the coming together of two great souls,
In a wonderful relationship that’s not punctured with holes.

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