A First Date

A First Date Stumbling to find the words To ask her out that first time Stomach like curds Finding that right line When yes was her reply Joy and excitement on my face My emotions sky high The heart beginning to race Oft to a dinner royale we do go Conversation and wine ensues Eyes meet and smiles exchange, she's it I know Drawing to an end was getting the blues The bill arrives and it was quite a lot Then the realization my wallet I forgot Andreas Simic© A First Date Poetry Contest February 10, 2018 Brenda Chiri Sponsor Sonnet Format