First Snow

I almost took your hand when we ran across the street
in the snow, your eyes looked as sweet as can be
but I didn’t know what you were thinking about me
would that have been welcome, maybe?

you’re quieter in person, just a little bashful
and is that a blush on your cheeks?
you’re still standing taller than I ever could
and it looks really good on you, truly

our knees touched at one point and I couldn’t breathe
were you wondering if it was okay with me?
I couldn’t look away from the tv screen
couldn’t stop my pulse from sky rocketing

these moments are precious and might lead to more
I’m trying to remember, and you’re keeping score
of the people who talk to us when we’re in the store
2 for 2 you say, keep moving forward

I thought that I’d try to avoid your eyes
but I’m catching myself getting caught
just like the snow in your hair under the lights
of the Japanese garden park

your laugh is so light and contagious
I’m scared of the beginning stages
I don’t want to make a mistake
no missteps and no foul play

and honestly, can I say way too much?
I haven’t felt this for a while
you’re teasing, you’re funny, you’re so damn smart
and my heart can’t keep up, though its trying

until I see you again
your smile popping up in my head
your stories on loop yet again
just know I like you
I’m trying not to hide it