sometimes i wish you did out of this world
nice things for me. Like send me flowers.
Surprise me by calling me on the phone, because
you never do. Write me letters about
your day. Make the effort to come see
me on a Thursday.
               When you think I look especially
beautiful, don't say it. Instead, grab me
by the waist and slow dance with me.
       Read me poems just because.
Touch my hair. Rub my neck or back.
When you listen to a song that reminds you
of me, write down the title so
you can play it for me when we
see each other. Make things for me,
like ceramics or pictures.
                              kiss my nose, forehead,
                                                and cheeks.
kiss me everywhere. Kiss every single one
of my fingers.

                                        I wish i never had to
                                        ask you to do these things
                                        for me