By Chris Wharton
Date: 23 June 2000
Straightforward, dogleggedly
I had every intention
of being straightforward.
It always works out this way.
I have a crush and nurture it,
Enjoying the secrecy a bit.
Until that time,
Culmination come,
I cannot help but make mention.
The truth teeters deleteriously,
But out with it I must be.
I love you dear and will share that truth,
But obliquely I start in my own ruth.
Dogleggedly now,
I fumble along,
Nonwords spill out hilariously.
The slightest of smiles shows on her face,
A reaction the least expected.
My massive efforts have left me spent
As she says, "You are so transparent."
Slowly now,
She moves in close,
And kisses me with gentle grace.
Fear transforms to heavenly bliss.
What I could not say, she conferred with a kiss.
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