Marvin & Bettie throughout the decades
For fifty years now
as husband and wife
You've strolled hand-in-hand
Down the path of life

From your first "I Do"
back in ninety-fifty three
Your adventured filled life
has been something to see

You've shared laughter and pain
along with much joy and sorrow
But your heads are always held high
as together you look towards tomorrow

Your commitment to love and honor
each other in countless ways
Has built a lifetime of memories
that are always with you to stay

May this occasion serve to remind
as you start the year anew
Together you've shared a special happiness
That's blessed only to a special few

written by Kevin Bagwell