Nuances
I understand the nuances of unspoken words
Messages encoded into lingering stares
Conversations held with winks across the room
Love poems written on the edge of a smile.
"I love you" disguised as "How are you?"
Asked again and again
As "Hey big head"
As "Have you eaten?"

I understand that sometimes, what you're trying to say
Is exactly what you're trying not to say

Addendum:
How are you?