we have been friends for like ever
so you and I, well, we never
went any further or beyond a few heated
clenches and kisses
we suffered but survived a lot of hits and misses
every time something I cross he in turn for me
carefully crisses
every mistake I seem to make
why he dutifully dismisses
oh, if only hint full hopes were capable of competing
with one's wishes..................
(written Sept 21,1992 am)