Your Sky-Blue Eyes

I found your eyes across the room.

No finer blue in sky or sea.

As eyes are windows to one's soul,

I knew I wanted you for me.

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For I saw depth and decency,

Admiring your chiseled face.

My body was responding too.

I longed to capture and embrace.

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Then you began to walk away.

I felt a panic taking root.

I had to act, that much was clear,

Yes, my resolve was absolute.

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I followed, pushing through the crowd,

Discovering a new-found will.

I touched your arm, you turned and smiled.

My heart raced, though I stood stock-still.

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I waited, tongue-tied, mouth agape,

And all you muttered was, "Hello."

Your fond expression mirrored mine,

With tender gaze and cheeks aglow.

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Now many years have come and gone -

Our children raised and on their own.

I look into your sky-blue eyes,

Recalling love that few have known.