Ulterior Tug of War- Poem.
A simple childhood game, Cautiously whispers the sound of danger as you summon me to play. The invisible rope commences this war. I’ll grab one end, the other is yours. Your self-assured confidence pulls the rope with a strong clench. Chills tingle down my neck with each word you elect. "It’s nice to finally see you again." But we're just friends. Here on this crowded beach for the weekend. Despite your erotic perception that captivates my deceptions. I marvel at the thoughts discreetly and I imagine it. We’ll sit on wooden bar stools inside The Hideaway Cafe. You'll get up to order both of us the same drink. I’ll watch you high five the bartender before you come back and take a seat. I’ll sit and observe our similarities. How we’re both dominant and free spirited. Or how you laugh while you talk, While we watch the kids flying through pennies inside the arcade on the boardwalk. I preserve composure gripping my ulte...