Like a Big Brother

Dropped ad lib in foreign terrain Not knowing a word of English It was called ‘learn fast, sink or swim’ You smiled when I first looked at you Offered to be my translator Almost too pleased to be helpful You came on a little too strong I was uncommonly bashful You somewhat a bit of a nerd You kept watching from afar Became my tacit comfort zone I truly took you for granted But honestly, what did I know We were only kids in fifth grade AP: 2nd place 2021 Posted on February 6, 2018