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Perfect Spot

By Alex TorresPublished 2 months ago 1 min read
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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.

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  • Janis Masyk-Jacksonabout a month ago

    Sounds like she's going to be quite the challenge!

  • Susan Paytonabout a month ago

    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!!!

  • Komalabout a month ago

    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. ✨

  • RAOMabout a month ago

    When a person is in love, everything appears differently. And symbols change faces, both forward and backward. Stay strong. :)

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