No Ifs

Memories flow as far back 
to a time when we were 
Much younger on the river Nile
An unforgettable trip where
no one could rob us of a smile
We were together then
And we are way more now
Despite the distances
You came here 
To watch over me
To know that I'm free
You made sure I was safe
So that I could fall asleep
No questions asked
No buts 
No ifs
Each of your words
Carefully placed
Honed, funny
Elegant and gentle
Hiding your concerns
Like a doe beds her fears
Among the ferns
Always present
Always vigilant
I thought of this
When we cheered
With wine and cheese
Perfectly paired to please
On a makeshift carving board
And poured in the wrong glass
You always manage to
show nothing but class
You wear your heart
On your sleeves
No questions asked
No buts
No ifs
You are not just my sister
But a most precious gift