because you asked and
you know I deliver–
a limerick for you, my
dear friend, whose
open-armed acceptance of
me as your third wheel is
heart-warmingly beautiful.
You, who serve as a shining
example that love and devotion
are tangible, actual– your love
for your wife palpable,
exuding from you in
purples and blues.
I don’t remember when
we first met– cannot call
to mind a time when you
were not absolutely
familiar to me. Your easy,
amiable way, a gentle arm
around my shoulder– warm
smile and laughing eyes.
At ease in all situations.
You lend me faith
towards things I question,
help me to understand
that anything is possible
with trust and commitment.
You offer an intelligence
that is sensitive and keen.
And you play a mean game
of pinball.
the edges of myself 