Our Distant Song Poem by Thomas Bates

you're the kind of friend I look quietly to in times of distress.
the praises of your kind words bring a humble happiness
and conversation is sweet w/ it's musical songs of tenderness.
if a flower,
you'd chat with the others, bending
gracefully
in the winds.

I don't expect more from you than your friendship.
I'm sorry if I came on too strong;
I haven't seen a face like yours in so long.
I'm happy when you share your thoughts w/ me -
but I'm careful, too.
I don't want to add any kind of broken tune to our distant songs.
what I wish to say
is 'happy birthday, everyday."
(you deserve a clean start
to finish mending your heart,)

sincerely,
your friend, Thomas.


by Thomasjbates