I'd like to Tell You
Unspoken words on a first date
By F Cade SwansonPublished 11 months ago β’ 1 min read
I'd like to tell you
that having coffee with you
has the same effect on me
as conditioning day at the gym-
that my heart has sped up,
and I'm getting a little sweaty,
and my lungs are feeling tight.
But that seems like a lot to share
just yet.
About the Creator
F Cade Swanson
Queer dad from Virginia now living and writing in the Pacific Northwest. Dad poems, sad poems, stories about life. Follow me on insta at @fcadeswanson
Reader insights
Outstanding
Excellent work. Looking forward to reading more!
Top insight
Heartfelt and relatable
The story invoked strong personal emotions

Comments (6)
A little humour to go with loveβ¦nice
Ah! Hahaha this made me smile and blush haha gosh what a feeling. Ya nailed it
Made me smile!
Somethings are worth saving and savoring for later! Wonderful poetry and challenge entry!
Ooohhh my goodness, love it - oh so relatable β¨β¨π
Those initial attractions! Or is it the caffeine? Hope not!