It started on a square divided into four equal parts. Kids feigning playful competition to score the most points, but in reality the goal was your smile. We got a little bigger, but kept it at the playground. I climbed the trees of the jungle to meet you at the top but received no token of appreciation for my efforts. It's getting a bit hot out here, why don't we take it inside?
Geography was different, geometry was distracting. Distracting from what I was really trying to learn. You kept your eyes off of me and I kept my distance. Back outside in the night's cooling air, I met you once again on the pavement. There was something different about us now, something almost tangible. We saw the stars from the roof and I forced myself to fall in love with you.
I heard you before I saw you and I listened intently. The telegram I sent broke the ice but it's shattered remains kept me chilled. You are my misplaced priorities and foolish dreams. You are the elusive figure dancing across the room with my each and every missed opportunity.
"If I could ever push this question, I'd shut my ears for the answer."
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