I Took You Too Seriously Poem by Lawrence S. Pertillar

You have image with a sense of fashion.
You are cordial and appear to be accessible.
And you are social in a variety of public settings,
With a display of humor and wit on several topics.
And yet...
If only you had credibility, honesty and integrity,
You would make for someone a terrific mate.

I would even pursue you myself,
Again.
But just for the sport and challenge of it.
You have proven to be a fierce competitor.
I like that.

The first time around I took you too seriously.
However...
Today?
I can handle any charade.
Especially the ones I am familiar with.