Him (A Poem)

 HIM

I could tell you that I love you

Or maybe write it in a poem

I could wrap my arms around you

Or whisper a sweet hymn

Will you ever truly be mine

Is my soul to ever rest

My joy is the hope

My happiness – your bliss

Could I mention you in passing

Would it be of any use

I’m not sure if you could love me

So why go through the hurt

I could tell you that I love you

Or let the days pass on

I could be there when you need me

If that is all you want.

I wear the mask completely

No one would ever know

I must be like a sidekick

I may even be a joke

I could tell you that I love you

Would you even hear

Could you ever understand

My heart is not my friend

Jude Stringfellow - November 29, 2020.

Photo Credit: Me