Perfect Spot

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It's been months waiting and hoping, since all of this started,
quietly sitting on the side, watching you running uncharted.
I never asked, out of respect, but I was dying to discern
those deep reasons to relinquish dreams and hopes, out of concern.
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My mistake was to maintain the same dull posture all this time,
never shifting my attention, but observing from outside.
When I placed myself correctly, and found your comforting zone
all the signs were comprehensible, clearly written in stone.
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I heard your voice like the first time, and your chant was clear as day,
I observed and admired, most of my fears running away.
As I was trying to form part of your deepest ghouls and creatures,
I forgot how "double-sided" is one of your best and lovely features.
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Isn't it so freaking truly amazing how we can lose focus and attention?
When we read the signs inverted, they do lose their main intention.
I will be permanently and surely invested, while recouping takes its toll,
sipping beer while I re-read the lighted sign that makes me whole.
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About the Creator
Alex Torres
Started writing short stories back in 1988 at work, when I had an empty page to fill for the employee's internal magazine. Taking the pen again after a 30 year-long hiatus, exploring where it takes me this time.

Comments (4)
Sounds like she's going to be quite the challenge!
I can't figure out whether you were in love with this person, or just figuring life out while drinking beer. Fantastic work never the less. Nicely Done!!!
Love this! I especially liked the “double-sided” line—it’s playful and tender all at once. Feels like you’re quietly figuring life out while sipping beer. ✨
When a person is in love, everything appears differently. And symbols change faces, both forward and backward. Stay strong. :)