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“Given Surprize”

I ruined a planned surprize today.
My friend guessed at my intentions
And I decided it might just pay
To let it change its date of mention.

I surprized my friend, that’s for sure,
But I think we both have a few fears.
I don’t know why I’m so unsure;
Even to the point I’m fighting tears.

I thought I’d feel easier when he knew
That I’d be coming to the ‘great “green” north’
For a visit to our friendship renew.
Who knows why the tears are springing forth?

I wonder if it was how he put his words?
The phrase ‘I guess my reasons are the same’
With careful consideration of his actual words
And long hesitation was the way they came.

I hope that, mayhaps, the reason is one
That will bring both of us great joy,
But I’m afraid that when it’s all done
The tears won’t be from happiness or joy.
I can’t wait for new millennium Day one.

Megan Delia Ratcliff

05 August 2000