By Elaina
Date: 9 January 2001

Biting My Tongue

I try not to speak of you when you're not around.
I don't want to sound in-love, childish or dumb.
I try to be content, simple, safe and sound.

I try not to blush when you walk by.
My heart starts racing and I turn all red.
I try to hold it in and even sometimes I lie.

I watch every word so I don't say your name.
I change the subject and start rambling on,
So people won't get ideas and start talking again.

I try to hide that I'm crazy for you,
some how I feel I'm failing
and EVERYONE sees right through.

Are you as worried as me,
that peolpe will start talking,
and everyone will be looking to see.

I'm terrified, because I'm finally letting go,
I'm ready to open up to you.
I'm ready for you to know.
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