Everywhere Street
Everywhere Street
Aren't you someone that I should recognize;
He said as he approached her with stride.
His familiarity caught her with surprise;
And she disliked what his eagerness implied.
Aren't you someone important;
She looked down towards her feet.
Maintaining distance with her comportment;
Yet, he ignored her plea to be discreet.
I would love to get to know you better;
He said with a sheepish grin.
Trapped in unwanted exchange is a fetter;
His gaze made her uncomfortable in her skin.
Would you like to grab a drink;
Can I call you up sometime?
Give me your number he said with wink;
She thought to herself, not in this lifetime.
Excuse me she said apologetically;
I really am running late.
He looked at her unsympathetically;
Can we go out one night on a date?
No thank you sir she politely replied;
I am not interested in romance.
He cast her wishes aside;
Don't I deserve a chance?
Frustrated she finally met his stare;
Unwavering her eyes said no.
But he was still very much unaware;
Pressing on with abrasive tempo.
I'm really not a bad looking man;
A woman could do much worse.
I make good money and have my life planned;
Being too good seems to be my curse.
Had you not approached me so intrusively;
You and I may have become friends.
But I say to you now exclusively;
This encounter has come to an end.
You women are all the same;
He shouted in anger and disgust.
Standing here alone made you fair game;
For any red blooded man's lust.
You're really not that important at all;
I certainly had you pegged wrong.
Nothing more than a bitter, old prude he yawled;
My bad, good riddance, so long!!
Copyright © Darlene Smith | Year Posted 2016
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