To No Particular Girl

Whenever I see you, I’m torn between closing my eyes and opening them.

I can’t look at you without risking an erratic heartbeat,

But I need to see you to remember one of the reasons why I’m blessed;

Why my life makes sense.

Whenever I sneak a peek at you while you’re busy flipping through a paperback,

I do my best to avoid walking towards you and asking what the book is about.

I want us to have a conversation not because we like the same literature genre,

But because I want to learn about you; what you love and what you enjoy exploring.

Whenever I hear you laugh, it takes a lot to contain my own laughter.

I want to laugh with you because I also want you to see that I am happy.

I simply am happy to be near you.

I’d laugh with you ‘til it's difficult to breathe.

Whenever I see you cry, I also take a beating.

When you lean on me for strength, it’s bittersweet.

I don’t want you to lose yourself in sorrow,

But I also don’t want you to stop resting in my arms, seeking comfort and security.

Whenever I’m with you, I remember why sharing your heart with someone is worth it.

I know we don’t forget our troubles, but we can face them together.

Whenever you’re with me, I thank God because you are.

Whenever my hands grasp yours, you’re not the only one who feels loved and protected.

We share those feelings and I sure am glad that we do.