ALMOST THERE I was so close It's like you knew what I wanted What I'd craved for months A fantasy Perhaps in the shape of a recurring dream Something I desired But never got This seems to be the story of my life Would this time be different? We sat on your bed Part of my dream But you were unsure... You admitted this sudden strange urge And for a few moments I imagined my lips would finally be on yours I begged Mostly in silence With a small vocal plea here or there But you were confused... I spoke to you Attempted some philosophy My voice was gentle and soft As if to comfort your heart But you didn't know... So letting my beloved words speak to you I promise- I would have kissed back