May I?

Sometimes I look at you and I want to ask you 
"May I have this dance?"

Sometimes you mesmerize me
To the point where all I can do is nod and smile
Even when you ask me something
I don't dare answer
For if I said anything you would have to decipher what I meant

Take my hand
You say you're not a good dancer
But I disagree
Your dancing replays through my mind
Every movement more graceful than the last
And when the light hits you
I swear you're the epitome of the word cinematic

Shall we take the floor?
Your lead or mine?
Your hand in mine?
Shall we slow dance?
Or something more complex?
Sorry I know I can be clumsy
I'm tripping head over heels for you

When I'm with you
I find myself dancing 
To a new but pleasant tune.
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Zerbs Avatar
March 13, 2025 at 8:18 AM
This captures the feeling of yearning perfectly. Thank you for posting.
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