Bold

It takes boldness to find romance

Sweaty palms, nervous glances

You hold your breath, pray

There'll be no second chances

Once she comes this way

You see her in the distance

Heals clicking along the halls

Dream of holding her in a dance

At romantic summertime balls

Anticipation sets in

You neither waver nor fold

Though you're shaking in your skin

Too woo her, you must be bold

Reviews

[Kristan A. Mohammed]

This is an awesome piece. As a guy I think we have all experienced this at one point or another. We all feel like we have fallen for someone who wouldn't dare to love us back. But it actually pays off to be bold. Speaking from experience, it all works out. Great piece. Loved the strict rhyming scheme.

[Jesse W.]

Every man has to overcome that first hurdle, even in the face of rejection. Even if she says no, they usually admire your courage for trying. Thanks for the compliment :)

[Ruth]

Sometimes it seems so...captures the essence of such anticipation really well Jesse...that moment I guess is like the saying "first expressions matter"...a tense moment and boldness is a good word for the courage it takes...blessings...

[Emily]

I really liked this!
You did a great job on this!
Keep it up!!

[iamshadowine]

amazingly written :) a new sort of poem that i've read :D keep writing :D

[Jesse W.]

Thanks so much!

[richieb]

I loved this, you captured the feelings of a young man in this situation, spot on. I graduated from high school in 1972 and you brought me right back. I sure wasted a lot of emotional energy by not being able to pull the trigger.
Yes young man you nailed this one. It belongs in an instructional booklet for young men starting Jr.High. Great job.
Richie.

[Jesse W.]

Thank you very much for your kind words, Richie. I wish there was an instructional booklet for all young men, instead we have to rely on our parents and, well, sometimes we wish we had more. But it always works out for the best :) Thank you very much!