I read a poem

That inspired me to write,

But my pen tripped over the words

It laid in textbook margins

And on the back of envelopes.

oo

I heard a song

That inspired me to sing

But every fifth croon

That passed my lips

Was accompanied by a cringe.

oo

I saw a portrait

That inspired me to paint

But my thick brush bled

Unable to capture

The complexity of your eyes.

oo

I touched a hand

That made my fingers ache with longing

Despite their own rough skin

From painting and writing

And trying too hard.

oo

I met a boy

Who inspired me to love

And become a woman

Who is worthy of his smile.

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dorkiest thing i have ever written xD