Only Then

Be my Friend,

Not my Lover.

Don’t you dare kiss me ---

Hold my hand.

I did not ask for a passionate affair,

As I would much prefer an evening sans flair.

For friendship is most valuable,

That must always come first.

Allow me to guide you to your own mirror,

One that depicts the soul,

So we may both see who you really are at once.

Only then can we dance

And kiss.