My First Offense

Trying to start again after being squashed like a bug is so very hard

When your confidence is shaken by years of rejection you are afraid

Putting yourself out there once more is a very hard thing to do again

But once free it is the step you must take if you want to reach for life

 

A first date when you are older is just as bad as the original first date

The same nervousness and uncertainties are bound to raise their heads

But you have something going now that you never had back in the day

Experience has taught you that you won’t die if someone tells you no

 

Looking in the mirror it can be a little tougher to gather your courage

Those wrinkles and bulges weren’t in your birthday suit last time out

So being a bit self conscious can make you too cautious instead of bold

But pull out that sense of humor and dust it off because that will help

 

I have visualized all the necessary steps to accomplish the new mission

Combed my hair carefully to hide that shiny spot and I smell really nice

But that may be the sin of the teenage boy who bathes in cologne again

I’m as ready as I will ever be; it’s time to set out on this great adventure

 

When I arrive at your door I am a bundle of nerves wondering what to say

But immediately when you smile at me I feel the anxiousness drain away

Your warm voice surrounds me and comforts me in an unexpected way

I find myself relaxing and enjoying every second in your company tonight

 

Your laughter at my jokes and the smiles make me warm and comfortable

As we brush against each other I feel a shock go through me like lightning

Walking together and holding your hand feels extraordinarily lovely to me

When you lean against me putting your head on my shoulder I am intoxicated

 

Wishing this night could go on forever because of the pleasure you brought me

We come at last to your door and my courage wavers a bit but I really like you

So sounding stupid to myself I asked ”Would you be offended if I kissed you?”

Your answer meant everything when you said “I’d be offended if you didn’t”