I Knew

You walked away
With a laugh and a wave
Like nothing was happening

Complaining about the lack of beer
With the promise of a call.

But, I knew.

I knew there would be no call
I knew that our time together
Was over.

You never would have
Admitted it.

But, I knew.



Josette Davis Key               2014
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Clemons Avatar
January 8, 2014 at 7:53 PM
Few words, yet the expression is deeply felt. Great write Josette. Enjoyable overall. Check out some of mine, might find some you like. Peace.
Madappattu Avatar
January 7, 2014 at 10:41 PM
Simple but effective. Great job
Torres Avatar
January 7, 2014 at 5:52 PM
I Knew it!! ..:(( ..be glad that was over ^__^ .. your friend here..AiyaH : '0)
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