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Category Archives: Reflections
MY THOUGHTS
Often I’ve laid awake at night Thinking about you only, And smiling at the thought Of the love I feel for you. I toss and turn, trying to sleep, But you remain in my thoughts. It would truly be unjust … Continue reading
Posted in 1982, Reflections
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I MET YOU YESTERDAY
I only met you yesterday. I hardly know your name, But now that I have met you, life Will never be the same. I was attracted by your smile And by your eyes of blue, And if we never meet … Continue reading
Posted in 1981, Reflections
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THE FIRE IN YOUR EYES
The fire glows dimly In the quiet darkness As I feel your warm body Resting here beside mine. I watch you as you sleep, And I gently brush your hair Away from your lovely face. I brush my fingers across … Continue reading
Posted in 1981, Reflections
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THE FIGURINE
My only remnant of the past Which we both used to know Was that ceramic figurine You gave me long ago. I held it in my hands each day And then I would recall The way you gave it and … Continue reading
Posted in 1981, Reflections
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THE EYES OF A STRANGER
I witness his crime and Watch him flee from the scene. For no reason, I give chase. Sheer determination drives me, For the fear would hold me back. The policeman sees two men running, Apparently together, from the crime. He … Continue reading
Posted in 1981, Reflections
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MY OLD FRIEND
I left Edinburgh, VA on Saturday afternoon. I never bothered to thank your folks For all they’d done for me. I headed down to Blacksburg To see you one last time, But I never got to hold you even once. … Continue reading
Posted in 1982, Reflections, Songs
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AS I HOLD YOUR TENDER BODY
Lay here beside me, quietly, And allow me to feel the warmth Of your naked body pressed against mine. Let the evening sun slip slowly Behind the enclosing curtain of night, And I shall hold you tightly Without noticing it’s … Continue reading
Posted in 1982, Reflections
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THAT SONG
We used to laugh as we walked Together in the morning sunlight. Then we would hold each other close, And life would seem all right. Then I would chase you to the house As it started to rain, And we … Continue reading
Posted in 1982, Reflections, Songs
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MASSAGE
Rest quietly and relax tonight As I rub the hot, soothing oil Into your tense, nervous muscles. Let my fingers soothe you As they trace paths across your body. Close your eyes and free your mind Of all thought, worry, … Continue reading
Posted in 1982, Reflections
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IMPRESSED
When I first met you, I could not help but be Impressed by your beauty. Though I had seen you before, I did not know your name Until we were introduced And I, like a fool, Could find no words … Continue reading
Posted in 1981, Reflections
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