Happily Ever After

A fairy tale—I think this life we lead
could well be called by that enchanted name.
It's true, a used sedan serves as your steed
and jousting's never been your claim to fame.

But still, you cleanly sweep me off my feet
and lift me from unmitigated gloom
each time you think to close the toilet seat
or navigate a vacuum 'round the room.

And though we've traded fancy dinners out
for movie night and pizza by the slice—
don't worry, dear, you needn't harbor doubt.
I wouldn't leave for any princely price.

My fortune's in my heart; your love is such
that lead transmutes to gold beneath your touch.