Alexa Birch Poet Free verse

Unspoken Words

When I first saw you, you were just another pretty face in the crowd, another student, another stranger. But one night that all changed.

Suddenly I saw you in a new light. You moved from stranger to friend in the blink of an eye. You captured my attention.

Weeks went by and our friendship grew. You never knew my feelings for you, but what could I do? Several relationships passed by as I watched you love and get hurt, wishing I could ease the pain. 

I played the "just friends" part well, almost too well. I wish I had had the courage to tell you how I felt; but I remained silent. I was afraid of your rejection. 

Finally things changed in my favor. You started to take an interest in me, and my heart jumped for joy. We spent time together and my feelings for you grew in leaps and bounds.

You were my first kiss, and to this very day, you still don't know. We weren't together, but everyone looking at us from the outside would know the difference. You were my Romeo and I was your Juliet.

It was perfect for a while, but then life hit us like a ton of bricks. Suddenly everything fell apart and I was pulled into the swift undertow. I was losing you . . . 

I did everything I could to salvage the pieces, but there were too many and I couldn't do it on my own. You said you were leaving me and my heart shattered. I tried to hold it in, tried to play it off as insignificant, but you saw through my facade.

You said I was strong, but in that moment I felt so weak. You said you were "just a guy" but my heart protested the thought. You meant the world to me, but you didn't believe it.

You couldn't see the tears coursing down my cheeks. Could feel the pain tearing though my heart, or hear the unspoken words in my mind, "I think I'm falling in love with you".

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Mpho Kgaswane October 11, 2016 at 11:26 AM Nice flow of words and description. I am not that perfect but feel free to read my poems and comment.

Samuel Opara September 27, 2016 at 6:16 AM Welcome Alexa! Really lovely.. I hope you stick around.. A lot of really talented people here.. You're one of them now :)

Anne-Lise Andresen July 10, 2016 at 7:46 AM - I enjoy reading your first poem, you write great Alexa :) - Warm welcome to Poetry - Soup :) - hugs // Sun :)

Skat A July 4, 2016 at 11:05 PM Alexa:), Welcome to poetry soup, after reading this I know you are an Accomplished writer. Glad to see you enjoying it so much here. Flourishing among this community is easier than you think. Keep up the good work. *SKAT*

Poet Destroyer A July 4, 2016 at 9:22 PM No need to Say anything, this is so so good, Alexa, Welcome to Poetry soup, I hope you enjoy the community. Here, you will find friendly poets who enjoy supporting one another. I myself, enjoy reading and commenting those who want to be read. The only time I give constructive criticism is when a poet desires it. However, if for some reason the poem is not my field I will guide you to someone who is more qualified than I. Stop by and read one of my poems if you like. My poems are not perfect, but I have a feeling you might like one. I encourage you to check out the contest page and read to receive comments. Tell me a little about your poetic skills if you like. It will be my pleasure to follow and read every poem you post from here on :) We are Lucky To Have you. Your New Poet Friend @-> LINDA <-@