Friday, July 16, 2010

Close Encounter
















Her name was Emily, his was Joe
they met at a friend’s engagement party

He stood in his military uniform
she in a summer dress, with spaghetti straps

He edged closer to introduce himself
she stiffened at his interest

until she saw his eyes and recognized
the boy wrapped up as a marine

In no time the conversation flowed
laughter punctuated each revelation

nighttime turned to day
but the conversation didn’t stop

Went for breakfast at the local coffee shop
morning light didn’t fade their glow

fingertips touched then they kissed
open mouth and passionate

He said he was leaving for Vietnam
and would she marry him before he left?

She said no, but would write to him every day
and wait for him 'til he returned

He held her in his arms
until the sergeant said it was time to go.

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