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Inspired by "Part Time Lover" - Stevie Wonder

I know I’m spending too much time with you
And really ought to turn and walk away.
I came today when in my heart I knew
Just what a dangerous game it is we play
No words of love have passed between us yet.
We’ve both been careful not to cross the line.
But when you’re near it’s easy to forget
That you have yours at home and I have mine
For something in the way you smile at me
And how, when fingers accidentally meet,
They linger almost imperceptibly,
Makes time stand still and my heart skip a beat
      And so, although this thing is wrong I know,
      I’ll stay with you until you bid me go
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Rodrigues Avatar
April 17, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Very nicely done! Congrats!
Jones Avatar
April 16, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Bryn congratulations on your win in my contest and thanks for supporting! I loved your poem especially “No words of love have passed between us yet. We’ve both been careful not to cross the line. But when you’re near it’s easy to forget That you have yours at home and I have mine” Great job and a fun read! Have an awesome day!
Strudwick Avatar
April 17, 2025 at 1:37 AM
Thank you so much Karen. It was a lovely challenge
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