Sometimes

Sometimes when you talk,

I watch but forget to listen.

It’s not that I don’t want to; 

But oh, the way those eyes glisten. 


Sometimes when you smile,

The shadows on your face dance;

And a momentary glint in your eyes,

Becomes the highlight of the glance.


Sometimes, I can’t recall

Telling you all you know about me. 

Did you read my mind?

Thought I was the silent variety.


Sometimes, I wonder why 

You’re the only surprise I never disliked.

Never thought tailor-made words 

Just needed the right eyes.


Sometimes, not knowing is easy;

Eyes closed, heads down, in bliss.

But, when the lights come on,

Something’s going to give. 

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