Despite the obvious title, it's a pretty good poem. |
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Loving YouSo, if you’ve wondered,yes it’s true You knew we were good friends and, of course, we are But, more than that, I’ve loved you as well Yeah, I know that’s the past tense, but it’s easier in the abstract and I’m shy about telling you to your face, this moment, now There’s so much load on that word these days Everyone getting in touch with themselves, testing the waters of self discovery and thinking it’s a new thing You’re embarrassed and I didn’t mean for that, but do I need to wait for something, like your deathbed or mine Even John Wayne could say it there So, glancing up over coffee, or making a putt, or missing one When our eyes meet and we both grin, it’s because I love you |
 This poem is included in Jim Freeman's poetry collection CORNER OF MY MIND available here in print or as an e-Book in your favorite formats. |
