You Got A Lighter?
That's all I had, you're so bad I was shocked when I got a response back, I wasn’t ready for that.
Wanted it ya, that black flask gave me the backbone to ask under my gasp for a lighter, something I already had.
...I had a lighter in my pocket.
Captains dinner night on the ship, I stepped outside right quick, put a cigarette up to my lips, that’s when I saw you.
Dressed in gold, blonde hair, air was cold, just us there, but there’s gotta be a man somewhere you belong to.
...Is he rich?! Is he a big, huge rich guy?
Thank God I smoked at the time, I got no pick-up lines, no I never tried to talk to someone so fine, I must’ve been outta my mind.
I pulled out a smoke and fake coughed like I choked, you looked at me though, I don’t know but somehow I spoke: “you got a lighter?”
...You handed me one.
But you talked to me! I quickly sharpened my teeth, witty speaking is me regularly, I’m a naturally gifted wordsmith, I got this!
You were just as quick, equipped with practice and confidence, add to this perfect 10 is a masters in college, what are the chances?!
“Can I get a bucket of beer please and 2 doubles, this sexy chick next to me is quick man, see man I’m in trouble.”
Cheers - we tossed back, we cleared a path fast that steered us both to that dance club.
Whiskey had me J.T pretending I could dance, made me nervous holding hands, got me thinking mad, st-st studdering, th-th-thinking I’m in love.
...And then you kissed me goodnight!
The next morning at breakfast I saw you, went over to talk to you but you looked up at me through those blues like ‘who’s this dude?!’
Oh ok, I guess I’m just the guy from last night, my bad I didn’t predict you’d wake up in the morning and forget about me so quick like this.
She said “I didn’t.” She went back to her room, she grabbed a coffee and split, she wanted a picture with me for some reason but that was it!
...I only saw you one other time on that boat. I don’t think you saw me though.
I guess it wasn’t meant to be I never saw you and when I exited the ship I thought I’d never talk to you again.
Unknown caller made my phone ring the following weekend, I never answer those calls but I’m glad that time I did.
It was you! The baddest chick on the whole cruise ship calling me, how’d you get my number? Is this really happening?
The selfie of us you took with my phone that next morning, you sent it to your phone and erased it from mine without me knowing??
...Smooth moves! You had my number but I didn’t have yours. Well played, gorgeous.
We talked on the phone a bunch of times, high school vibe, conversation late night, finally realized I had to see you.
I exited the plane thinking it’s a one-night thing weekend but right now it’s me that you’re into.
Your eyes lit up when you saw me, I knew I had a chance, you grabbed me like we danced, I grabbed hold of both your hands.
I said “you’re gorgeous.” It was only us there, both of us lost in a terminal somewhere near southwest air.
You said “I’m F’d!” But in a good way and that was it, the rest is history but it’s the future with you in it that keeps me going.
...I’m the luckiest guy I know.
Two years later to the day, sitting high above the bay, overlook the golden gate you planned a picnic, the timing was great.
I had a ring made the previous day by a former special-a who stayed a couple miles away.
I asked the question. But first I had to let you know what you were getting:
I’m in a lot of trouble with the Feds, a gimp and family-less I’m far from perfect, to be more specific I’m a mess. I never guessed I’d be saying this so bare with me as I attest. The thought of professing these words makes me nervous and I get anxious. I got through it! It wasn’t easy but you said yes. I said “are you serious?!” I got up, “did you hear anything I just said?!”
Again you said yes! You put your arms around my neck, gave me a kiss, we left and we haven’t looked back since.
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In case you missed Monday:
It makes a guy want to start smokin. I hope you two last forever. From my perspective: you're off to a great start.
You know your perspective is one of the only ones I’ll entertain, ya? Good morning! ...Been awhile.
I think we share the ability to absorb and release...kinda like fishing...hook the fish, check it out, then let it go. Stories are like that...bring them to mind, write about them, then cast them back into the sea of futility. p.s. I'm a poor fisherman
I can’t catch a fish in a fish store, with a net.. in a tank overflowing with fish!
Dude what do you mean by this response though? ‘Splain.
I guess I'm kinda using the ocean as a metaphor for our lives. The fish are our stories or memories. Since these "fish" are intangible, we can only bring them to surface in our minds . We relate them to others in words or action, then throw them back in the tank and carry on with the process of adding new ones to the aquarium.
By the way, you know that I enjoy reading your eloquently placed words and especially the insight that they provide us. I'm always surprised with what you bring to the party.
Thanks for solidifying your encrypted metaphor, I’m certain I have no idea what you’re talking about now. There a new strain in the desert or something?
I’m sure it’s just me.
Hey, sir, if I can capture your attention for a moment then I’m doing something right! Thank you.
So this is what you’ve been working on in secret? You are such an artist, a natural creator. The ability to write down your thoughts in an organised, creative way so readers can understand you, is pure talent babe. We tell this story to some but always with the undertone that you’re the one who lucked out; I, too, am the luckiest girl in the world. Our meeting wasn’t in our hands, so I thank God every day to be able to spend my world with the likes of you. Thank you @dandays for asking me for a lighter. Muah xoxo
You didn’t rhyme that or anything and still trumped me.
😉
Mr. Mouth
Although oftentimes I tend to say too much, I consider the gifts of openness and honesty to be a God given talent. You are one of the sweetest people I know, and it just amazes me when I look back at how you and @dandays have come together. For some reason I just started imagining the forces swirling about us all at Tone Loc's wedding. The two of you became a fkn dynamo. I hope to be your pal for many years to come.
You are more than a buddy, you are family. Thanks for always being there to share our joy with. Life is only going to get better from here. Time for a vacation @carklevicci
Wow, that says it all: wow !
That says plenty @pegarissimo. Thank you. I’m glad this one didn’t get lost in your feed, it’s rare I see you around here lately so the times I do is always a pleasure.
Aw this is sweet and you pulled off a pretty ambitious, long free form poem really well here! Your pacing is so great. I love the way each sentence swirls you around to the next one - you hooked me instantly. Love this! Cheers - Carl
Thanks for such an awesome compliment @carlgnash, I really appreciate the kind words.
And thanks a lot for your feedback!
Good to know Oregon is also on board! 👍🏿
A very entertaining story. I enjoyed reading it and apparently the boy knew perfect what to do.
Thank you for stopping by @gustavoadolfodca, I appreciate it. And dropping a line, too!
Whenever I see the name Gustavo, I think of a waiter in Central America a few years ago.. Only one of the coolest people ever.
I could feel a beat/melody as I read the words. Felt it👍
Such an awesome thing to say, thank you! A beat would be great for a microphone friendly person, I like paper. And erasers! Ha.
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You’re the best @curie!
This is your best work .... I was getting emotional while reading!
How do you do this?
“Your best work.” When one of the most talented people I’ve seen around here says that, all I can say is.... what I just said! Thanks a lot, Ed, I mean it.
“How do you do this?” I don’t know brother, the only trick I have sounds something along the lines of: “God, control my senses.” I forget to say it too often.
I really love you set your stories up! You are a multifaceted artist, I have a challenge for you but it's not an easy one. I see you write and set up amazing stories, and you are an amazing drawer.
How about writing the story board of a short story?Too much ?
"When one of the most talented people I’ve seen around here says that" WOW that means a lot thanks !
‘Did he say multifaceted?’ Nah....
Man I love it. Like a book kinda. Deal! This community is dope dude, I’ve received a couple requests now which is just frikkin incredible.
Our previous trade - know that the Syria one is continuously developing in my mind. It will be here. Just sayin if we see other drawings, such as this short story idea, Syria is still to come.
Whatever drawing I get myself into, I have to get inside it. You’re an artist, you know the more we know - the easier it is. Man, the more I teach myself about Syria, the harder it is!!
I had no idea
My pleasure!
Edit: sorry for all the edits on your blockchain dude I’m just so frikkin blown away at the attention this thing got.. this is insane.
Congratulation for the attention that's amazing and well deserved!
You’ve made suggestions to me that make me think outside Steemit.
Please don’t stop challenging me dude. I appreciate it more than text can paint, it makes me a better artist.
HAhahahah LOL ! I think you have a vision !
such a keeper, haha
Is this the day you became the luckiest guy in the world?