There was a time, you know ... by A_Sunbeam
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There was a time …
but I didn’t think.
SHE was there, at my side - and - had I but reached out to her then, and let her know that she was precious …
Ah, never mind. It was so long ago, and I was far too young to appreciate her love.
She had asked me to escort her to the Ball as her partner - well, I am no dancer, but I think she knew that, and just wanted to know - to know whether I cared for her or not.
After the dancing was over we went back to her aunt’s house.
She was rather quiet.
Had I then moved closer to her out to her and - I think she would have come to me and put her arms round my neck and kissed me.
But I was young and did not think.
She went her way, and I mine.
Maybe we were not suited; but I still wonder if she felt I had let her down.
It was all many, many years ago, and yet, and yet, I still think of her, and wish - silly old fool that I am - wish that I had realised …
Comments (10)
Tracesl Online Now!
excellent
mazzam
Very mice.
Radar_rad-dude
What a very beautiful and touching reminiscence. So very touching and heartfelt! Wonderful image as well! Most excellent work all around! Bravo and many fine kudos from me!
bakapo
He's a handsome character. I like that his outfit matches the background. He really does look like he's remembering a long lost love.
rhol_figament
Good to see you add some creative writing! I think Bruce Springsteen says it best in his song Glory Day's... 💔
daggerwilldo
Wonderful words , words that come with age and more wisdom, words I can surely relate to. A most lovely render to accompany the writing. Well done.
starship64
Fantastic work, but the picture and the words.
anitalee
Excellent
Koala44
Nice portrait
misumu
Excellent image.