I would say looking at him
you wouldn’t think twice.
But that would be a lie.
Because he radiates this ultra
positive vibe.
A strange hippie
(take it as a compliment)
is all most would see.
Until that buzzing warmth hits.
Even in my dream,
you gave everyone a hug.
And the colors changed it seemed.
I expected all to begin singing
seated cross legged on a rug.
A strange hippie you are.
But please don’t ever change.
Aligned are the moon and stars
while you bust everyone out
of their cage.
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