Lantern Poems #10

Though many overlook the force of one,
   That one, and one again, combine as two.
And if the ones continue to accrue,
   Their power overwhelms, in unison.

This might may wilt before it has begun
   If any has a soul not straight and true.
But if, each day, they swear their oaths anew,
   Their mingled light outshines the brightest sun.

I first command my lantern to appear,
   And joining ring to lantern I proclaim:
"My loyalty will never be undone,

"I swear this will eternally inhere" --
   Then warm my soul before its emerald flame,
and not depreciate the singleton.