I know you're a perfect stranger but…
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I know you're a perfect stranger, but I see your dark circles and fatigue,
and I want to give you a hug.
I know you’re a perfect stranger, but I see your strength through your smile-facade,
and I want to tip you extra.
I know you’re a perfect stranger, but you seem like you may like company as you eat some soup,
and I just want you to not feel so alone.
I know you’re a perfect stranger, but I see you shiver under that bridge,
and I saved an extra jacket just for you.
I know you’re a perfect stranger, but I see how beautiful you are when you dance,
and I want to dance with you now.
I know you’re a perfect stranger, but I feel your anxiety radiating,
and I just wish my touch could zap it all away.
I know you’re a perfect stranger, but you’re someone’s son or brother,
and I just felt I should give you a ride to the next city over.
I know you’re a perfect stranger, but you needed affection,
so I just gave you a quick kiss.
I know you’re a perfect stranger, but your village needs food,
so I put some money toward a cause.
I know you’re a perfect stranger, but I became your pen pal,
writing you letters to help you pass the time as you read them.
I know you’re a perfect stranger, but I met you on Vocal,
and I hope we can meet in person one day.
About the Creator
Rowan Finley
Father. Academic Advisor. Musician. Writer. My real name is Jesse Balogh.
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Comments (3)
This one hits right in the heart—like a warm, unexpected hug from the universe. 😇
Oh, Rowan! You have the eyes of God and such a beautiful heart.
Same here! ❤️Very sweet words & feelings of shared empathy