Now we can hold hands

I'll be back before it gets dark 
after we get tired of playing king of the hill.
Sun sets so late in summer
against the willows..
sometimes I forget.

No, it just isn't so.  
I don't always choose them over you,
'course I could never tell you that. 
You're a girl, a special one.
But I can't tell you that either.         

Still, when you told me your stomach hurt,
and I was the reason.. 
I believed you. 

Don't know what to say, never seem to 
'cept maybe      
'Sorry you feel bad, I know that place too.'

'Put your sandals on, I'll walk you home
we can go slow.'
Oh alright - looks over her shoulder to the gang 
'now we can hold hands.'
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025


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Date: 8/23/2025 8:32:00 AM
Young love. Nothing like it
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Date: 8/22/2025 11:36:00 AM
Sweet ,young ,exciting love….wonderful poem Richard! Debx
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Date: 8/17/2025 7:31:00 PM
I like your poem. It's young love.
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Date: 8/10/2025 4:14:00 AM
It feels honest and real, like you’re right there with them. The summer setting makes it even more nostalgic and warm. Nice job!
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Date: 8/10/2025 1:08:00 PM
Hi Rowena, Thank you for the warmth in a comment. The summer's go by so fast. -Richard
Date: 8/6/2025 5:04:00 AM
The intricacies of friendship, young love, and the associated emotional challenges are all explored in this excellent poem. It portrays the naiveté and ambiguity of youth, when emotions are frequently spoken or misinterpreted, and a strong desire for connection is evident.
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Date: 8/9/2025 9:43:00 PM
Sotto, Thank you for the spot on comment for this simple poem. That's the audience I aimed for, and hopefully relevant to those who choose to be young at heart forever. -Richard
Date: 8/6/2025 2:31:00 AM
- A "forbidden love" ? ... that can't stand the light of day ... never give false hopes to that girl - Great written :) - hugs
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Date: 8/9/2025 9:38:00 PM
Anne-Lise, Thank you for this most insightful comment. Expressing affection for someone else, should be real, even if it's not easy. How else does anyone in the wide world get anywhere(?) I wonder. There's always hope for those who learn to enjoy holding hands. Hope your week-end is kind to you. -Richard
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