Shy Cowboy by Derek Boshier
It took… planning
hands sweaty
trembling
when? where?
now!..
But I hesitated once again
she’s too young, I have a pimple
later when it’s dark.
later finally I have
security secured,
a cheerful package
hidden in my wallet.
I can hear her giggle
the cashier
when I leave the store
The buying, trying done,
to be prepared
to have it ready if
my fumbling, fondling
fingers
would lead us further
into breakfast.
Linked up to Real Toads where Izy shared the hilarious stand-up comedy by Mike Birbiglia, about making out when you where young. My poem have taken that boy a little further into the future and yes it’s basically true.
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March 13, 2015
Björn Rudbergs writings 
Ha–very funny, Bjorn. Thanks. k.
It’s only funny afterwards..
I think this is one of those universal (almost) experiences. And you tell it so well. Funny, as you said, afterward. :o)
Well told! And, so funny.
Yes, it wasn’t funny at the time, but there is a smile in the memory.
You’re kidding me…there might be breakfast? lol. Would that have been jerky sticks from the same convenience store?
I wonder if that same awkwardness and innocence still exists today for young people? Gently told Bjorn.
Well, my 13 year old grandson seems to be such, at least the awkwardness. Just last weekend he had to tell me, “Grandma, just so you know, I am dating someone.” Heartaches ahead….
OH, it is so wonderful to be in the loop, grandma. Sounds like you have a great relationship!
Yes indeed, that little security package and that pimple. Confidence and shyness arm in arm. Nicely and well penned.
Oh, the memories!
perfectly written like we actually journeyed through this awkward moment with your shy cowboy character. pass the butter, please. 😀
Bjorn….gotta say I loved the whole thing from the awesome photo choice to the closing line. I especially appreciated the shortness of the lines, to match the short term thinking of a young boy who can’t think past the morning. Viva la and thanks for posting!
Big smiles for this one.
Oh my word, Bjorn… I had to smile as I read this retrospective of an awkward teen’s thoughts. At least he put some advanced thought into the deed.
Funny video … LOL
Interesting write on the coming of age. : )
Oops, Bjorn, this is beyond kissing !!! 🙂
It does bring a few memories, ALL very pleasant (well, one was a hard break up, not pleasant at all).
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Awesome real moment to share, Bjorn…thank you!
Ah, this made me smile, Bjorn. ‘Breakfast’ is one way of looking at it. Smiles.
Ha ha, that was some fun read Bjorn 🙂
As with much of life – it’s all about the fumbling through.