i wish to go back
to the way things used to be
when we were happy
when we were carefree
i wish a simple smile
could shed light on things unclear
to heal every silent fear
to heal every hidden tear

tell me why
all of a sudden
you’ve been on my mind
lately,
outside of the
random thought or two;

jumped to conclusions at first, but please
understand I wouldn’t mind
slowly taking the
time to know you more
instead of losing a
chance at friendship, because
everyone deserves a second chance.

appreciation for
taking the time to genuinely know me
gaining my trust and honesty

appreciation for
ability to be myself completely
endless conversations and stories

appreciation for
explaining things i don’t understand
being intentional whether spontaneous or planned

appreciation for
never pressuring outside my comfort zone
choosing respect with an accepting tone

appreciation for
opening the door and showing chivalry
authentic love for Jesus and ministry

appreciation for
always making me smile and laugh
developing a friendship that’ll last

appreciation for
slowly finding the next girl to date
a best friend who’ll patiently wait