The Man In The Suit

I remember the moment you took my breath away

It was scorching hot and sunny

You looked so cool standing there that midsummer day

You were just trying to make some money

The scent of honeysuckle heavy in the air

Wafting in through an open window

Silk robe hanging over the chair

My life had been in a state of limbo

Sliding out of the warm bed in my nightdress

Straight to the garden before the heat descended

Garden shoes and hair a mess

Working the soil until it was amended

You stopped by to sell me your service

A new entrepreneur in a suit

I could tell the sight of me made you nervous

Dirty hands and face with a bowl of fruit

I was Ill-prepared for that moment

Never saw you coming

Letting you leave forever, I would lament

The way I looked should have had you running

"Come on in and have a seat."

I washed my hands and poured some tea

You seemed more relaxed and even upbeat

Not me, though, wondering what might come to be

Why did I feel this way about a complete stranger?

My chest tightened and my face reddened

My heart was in danger

I knew without him, life as I knew it would end

I gained my composure and signed the purchase contract

A monthly visit to keep my grass green

I would have done anything to maintain contact

Next time I will look pretty and hopefully seen

My life will never be the same

The man in a suit is to blame