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Emma W. 10

It was just her and me.
We were alone,
Wanting to be closer, if that was possible.
Her smile reminding me
That she is my friend.
Someone who respects me -
Trusts enough to risk being seen
With just a smile.
The same one
She has shared with me
Since the moment we met.

She is the same.
She is a woman.
Her smile reminding me
That I want her as a friend more
Than a memory.

Poem by Don Ewert, inspired by this image.

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