Adam & Steve

The first time I saw you, I was in the forest.

You were standing by a stream, with your back toward me.

You held up your hand and I took it.

We both sat down on a log beside the stream,

Where we could watch each other’s backs as the sun set

over the mountains. “Do you know what I am?” I asked.

“I’m a man.” Your eyes widened.

“A man? A woman would be better!”

You said, pointing at my chest.

I put my head in my hands and groaned.

“What is it?” you asked. “What’s wrong?” “I’m a man.”

You frowned. “But, men can be replaced.” I turned to you,

staring into your deep green eyes. “Would you replace me?” I asked.

You looked down, biting your lip. After a moment,

you looked back up at me. “I don’t know.”