Friday Hike

I

Four months ago,

At the edge of the stadium.

Had a long day,

And that’s when she saw him.

II

Eyes bright, smile wide,

As if he’d prepared for this moment.

She sure did not,

Though there was a bond unspoken.

III

The sun shone on,

Lighting a flame to the talk.

Endless topics,

Were shared on that magical walk.

IV

Both heads afloat,

High up in the soft, white clouds.

They shared a kiss,

With their heartbeats the only sound.

V

The weeks went on,

And the fascination became stronger.

Through day and night,

Their gazes grew infinitely longer.

VI

Hours flew by,

Leaving yet so much more to explore.

A bit confused,

Both wondered if together they could be so much more?

VII

Nervous but sure,

The bond burgeoned overseas.

Despite how far,

They talked about books and laughed about trees.

VIII

The dreams went on,

The two picturing life with the other in it.

Memories strong,

Neither paused to waiver one little bit.

IX

There were hard times,

Unstable wifi and empty beds.

Yet they pulled through,

Knowing there are roads together they could tread.

X

Key to it all,

Was the hope in his smile or the light in her eyes.

Which remind them,

To enjoy each day to the fullest and time will fly.

XI

Emails and texts,

Even handwritten letters were sent.

These kept things warm,

And their connection always unbent.

XII

Now here I am,

Stepping off a plane and running into your arms.

Fully knowing,

And ready to experience all your one thousand charms.