Inside joke

 

I like quiet intimate settings
that turn into raving
streams of laughter
due to inside jokes

This connection formed
from deep pools of stories
beyond daily experiences
from joy to grief
and back again

The formation
of friendship that
builds upon familiarly
after the formalities
have fallen aside

Although there are
moments of laughter,
there can be misunderstandings,
disagreements, and
even anger
but with
heart-filled, truthful conversations
kindness does prevails

Those connections
of vulnerability
and inner trust
can mirror what can be
seen within us
beauty or even disgust

when something is revealed
or witnessed between us
it can strengthen
or break into dust

Once a shift occurs
there is always anew
and humous moments
will be revealed

Running into You

No, I didn't knock you down,
but my heart felt
your presence
approaching.

My heart fluttered with excitement
at that chance occurrence.

Someone familiar
evoked pleasant thoughts
and feelings.

Our smiles expanded
in unison upon greeting.

A sense of deep appreciation
is releasing.

Embarrassment flushes my cheeks,
arising as my inner child
wants to embrace you
as memories of sweetness
surface.

It may be a quick encounter
with hellos and
"Hey, how are you?"

Then, "Let's meet up,"
followed by a waving goodbye.

Yes, our schedules
do not align, but
this short and sweet
moment has reminded me
there is nothing to deny.

I like you.
I love you.
I think you are grand.

I am grateful

that we once held hands.

For truly our hearts
spoke and sang together
as I said,

"It was great
running into you,
my dear friend."

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