Many Questions, One Answer

when i meet you
i’ll ask how are you
you’ll lie
but i’ll listen like it’s the truth
you’ll tell me about your hobbies
and i’ll ask to see your collection
but you’re shy and modest
and so i smile
i’ll ask about your God
you’ll speak truth
but keep it vague
i’ll ask about your family
your friends
you’ll tell me nice stories
funny ones
sad ones
painful ones
i’ll ask if you’re okay
you’ll push a grin
nod slightly
and so i touch your arm
i’ll ask how work was
you’ll be silent at first
expressing quiet frustration
then harsh words flow
and i’ll give you a hug
making it better
i’ll ask you out to dinner
you’ll say yes
with that little excited
yet shy look you do
that makes me feel special
i’ll ask if you’re cold
quietly you’ll answer yes
your smile warms
my once cold skin
i’ll ask to go out with the guys
you’ll ask if i can stay with you
your eyes glisten
of course i’ll stay and be with you
i’ll ask you what’s wrong
you’ll say nothing
and we’ll cry for hours
i’ll ask you your dreams
your expectations
your desires
answered carefully
precisely
you tell me of family
describe love and trust
speak of desire and intimacy
all my questions
answered
satisfied
only one remains
will you marry me….