Poetry by Melodie Yvonne

Originally published online March 22, 2020 & in the collection Photographic Memories: 7even — available here

Platonic Romance by Melodie Yvonne

Here’s where I stop giving all
of my time and my heart’s energies
Here’s where I stop letting you
cop out givin’ some love back to me

If I’d known I was pushin’ too hard
And you didn’t think I’d understand
I woulda backed off and I wouldn’t be here
in this lonely platonic romance

I still just can’t do what I’m told
‘Cause I’m really not young, but not old
If I could I’d just go with the flow
Then I wouldn’t be left in the cold

If I’d known you were happy alone
I’d have run back when I had the chance
So please let me go don’t just keep me for show
in this lonely platonic romance

But I’m guessing it’s over for now
Though I’m still kinda scared you’ll come back
Right about when I start feelin’ good
I’ll be right back under attack

From your eyes that can look in my soul
And your smile that makes me want to dance
So I’m beggin’ you please I am down on my knees
Set me free this platonic romance

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