Loves’ Diet

Behind these shaded eyes

lies a heart so quiet,

life has dealt it

an emotional diet.

So long it has yearned

for a love so true,

searching the horizons

for someone like you.

Many have passed

they’ve come and gone,

treating me as if

I was just another John.

I’ve gone my way

in need of one to touch,

love can be hell

when you need so much.

My love has been growing

for thirty plus years,

only to result

in frustrated tears.

Reach out your hand

and to me be true,

I’ll give you my love

and share happiness with you.

Gary R. Cramer

October 8, 1980