Two nervous teens arrive at her house after a date, wary of spying eyes. (Renga) |
A NIGHT LIKE ANY OTHER.... (Renga) The sun sets gently Behind the mountain, lighting Orange wisps of snow. Every evening is like that, Silly. What’s special? I forced my eyes on The striped asphalt, not on you— A losing battle. Yes, I was watching with you. For my own safety. The drive passed swiftly. Time with you flees before me, Leaving me empty. Empty, like your head that night, Strolling through a fog. Sweetheart, I agree. When you gently take my hands, My mind surrenders. That’s why I love you so much. You bend to my will. That’s a two-way street, Like the one that we drove on That marvelous night. I’m glad the road was empty. We could be alone. We pulled up to park By the sidewalk, far from where The streetlight stood guard... ...lest a dozen pairs of eyes Report back to Dad. I turned back the key To silence the old motor, Sighing wistfully. My heart ached, dreading how I’d Have to part with you. The car softly ticked, Marking the moments until I had to let go. I forced myself to breathe, but Stayed right where I was. You clung to my hand Tighter than ever—like I Always want you to. Since you first held my hand, your Touch has warmed my soul. I reached to hold you. Your head lay on my shoulder, Your hand still in mine. No way would my grip weaken. I couldn’t let go. Exiting the car, I guided you home, my arm Around your shoulders. I listened intently for Titters of spies....none. We whispered good-nights, Blue eyes the last thing I saw Before it happened. You’re too tall, I was thinking, When all else vanished. It wasn’t too long, Not mushy or too tight-lipped, Not smacking or hard.... And how did you know so much About kissing? Hmmm? I was just guessing! But none of that came to mind In our close embrace. We kissed so softly, pulling Away much tighter. Did I embarrass Myself with that goofy grin Adorning my face? My gleaming braces outshined Anything on you. Once more I squeezed you, Touched your blonde curls, cheeks, lips, Reluctantly parting. I didn’t dare speak my heart— Words couldn’t help me. I closed your front door, The quiet disappointing As I left for home. Quiet? I faced a sibling Interrogation! Promise we’ll make this A night like any other... Common, as it were. I hope to rehearse often, Reaching perfection. |