Fear

I was afraid to get close to you, Afraid I would crave your touch, Afraid you would walk away from me After I learned to care too much I was afraid your kiss would be A thrill I could not forget; Afraid my loving you would become A decision I'd live to regret I was afraid you'd be the man That I would come to adore; Afraid you'd love me just a bit, Then leave me begging for more I was afraid you'd steal my heart With flowery words so sublime, Afraid I would see them wither and die, Become lost with the sands of time I was afraid of being alone, Afraid to grow old without you; Wouldn't you know, it's just my luck..... All of my fears have come true!