The Missed Connection

Hong Kong, 2014

I said, “You should try it.” when what I really meant was you should try me. I am everything that you avoid and you are to me.

“I am too old for this.”

“Please don’t hurt me.”

We were too misaligned that somehow, we align.

You know how when people run away from things or people and end up bumping into the same thing or person that they want to run away from?

I wanted to ask the question.

Even if I knew the answer.

 So, instead, I said, “Thank you.” When what I really meant was sorry. You are everything that I am scared of and I am, to you.

“I am too busy for this.”

“Do you want to have coffee?”

We were too preoccupied that somehow, we were focused.

You know how when people refuse to admit something and end up admitting more than they could ever imagine?

I wanted to hold your hand.

Even If I wasn’t sure if you’ll hold my hand back.

So, as a last resort, I said, “Sing for me.” When what I really meant was I have been singing because of and for you. This is everything that we hoped for, we are meant to be.

“Haha.”

“:P”

We were too vague that somehow, we were clear.

You know how when people keep saying that they aren’t ready and end up taking the greatest of responsibilities?

(Silence)

(Silence)

Finally – with finality.

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