Hand poised to wave,
as you enter the room.
Or so I thought.
It lays limp on the table.
Unmoving.
Lips stretch,
into a warm inviting smile.
Or so I thought.
Curved down at the corners.
Unflinching.
Standing to greet you,
as you approach the table.
Or so I thought.
Legs locked at the knees,
Unyielding.
Eyes move to yours,
Swimming in their depths.
Or so I thought.
Transfixed on the cloth.
Unseeing.
I clear my throat,
wanting your attention.
Or so I thought.
No sound breaks the air.
Unstirred.
Lost in the sounds,
I ask you what song is playing.
Or so I thought.
My lips never move.
Unsmiling.
Seated I wait,
for you to turn and see.
Or so I thought.
Suddenly on my feet.
Moving.
Tripping away from the table,
my hand lands on your chair.
Or so I thought.
The heat radiates from your shoulder.
Flinching.
Stumbling over my words,
I apologize.
Or so I thought.
“Dance with me,”
Yielding.
Fear blossoms within,
bringing a blush to my cheeks.
Or so I thought.
Excitement bubbles up.
Seeing.
You smile and take my hand,
Removing it from your shoulder.
Or so I thought.
You lead me to the floor.
Stirring.
I am adorned in white.
He is clad in black.
I know,
This is the beginning of forever.
Smiling.
Deep👏🏻
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