Invisible strings connected us
But for years they were just that
            Invisible

Through mutual friends
Going to the same parties
We made our rounds talking
That always ended with each other

To living across the hall
And walking me home
On the nights when I kept drinking
When I should have stopped

The same classes
The same homework
Which you often forgot about
Until I got you to do it with me

The same warmth resting
In the crease of your smile
Is hidden behind my gaze
When I look at you

Every unspoken word
Left hanging in the air between us
Spun a new string
That pulled us a little closer

It took longer than it should
But I’m so glad
That the invisible strings
Became visible