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One-word responses
Few and sent hours in-between
Must be going well

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Sweat like morning dew
Breath like a warm summer air
Love like memories

It was warmer then,
When we would share a blanket
And talk all night long

I had no idea
I had been holding my breath
Until you said, "yes"

Calling all numbers
Because I lost yours and I
Could use your voice now

Softly spoken words
In the comfort of darkness
Promises were made

Spicy on the lips
Burning tongues and gasped breathing
Hot as a pepper

Shiver in my throat
Fever rushing to my face
As I say, "Hello"

Is it weird to say
She smelled of lazy mornings
Wrapped in fresh bed sheets

Let's walk the orchard,
Pick apples right off the trees,
And forget the world