Watching you play ~


I remember seeing you as a small child,
playing with dolls.
Laughing.

I remember seeing you as a little girl,
playing dress up.
Smiling.

I remember seeing you as misbehaving youth,
playing with trouble.
Crying.

I remember seeing you as young woman,
Playing with hearts.
flirting.

I remember seeing you yesterday,
Playing coy.
grinning.

I remember not being able to tell you,
Playing a fool.
fearing.

I remember you leaving the room,
No more playing.
losing.

I remember never taking the chance,
wanting another.
confusing.