I First Saw Him Across the Street
A Love Story in Poem
I clicked on his profile; a chat ensued
First awkward, then flirty was the mood
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Neither of us looking for “the one”
Just a physical release; a little fun
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We made plans to meet, I’d pick him up after work
But I had low expectations, I had met quite a few jerks
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I arrived a bit early, forgot the time
Butterflies in my stomach, nerves a ball of twine
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Then there he was across the street under the marquee lights
And I knew in an instant, he would be a part of my life
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He approached my car, we had introductions and hellos
Then he got in, to his place we would go
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We talked for a while on his back porch
We just let the conversation take its course
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Hours went by and we talked and talked,
Then on that hot summer night we walked
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I told him about my life, and he told me his story
Neither one of us were seeking a life full of riches and glory
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We both wanted a life of happiness and love,
And wondered if our meeting was a plan from above
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Before we knew it, almost morning
What happened next had no warning
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We fell in love that night
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Now here we are, married for three years
Our life full of love and laughs, along the way a few tears
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I fell in love with him when I saw him under that lit-up marquee
I knew then he was meant for me
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Love at first sight seems impossible to some
But who are we to decide when love comes?
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About the Creator
J. Delaney-Howe
Bipolar poet. Father. Grandfather. Husband. Gay man. I write poetry, prose, some fiction and a good bit about family. Thank you for stopping by.
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Comments (3)
I love this poem and your happiness shines through. Beautifully written my friend
Beautiful. Love the engagement photo <3
Beautiful. May it last forever.