The Fool

I can hardly believe it,
That I'm playing the fool.
For the past few years I've been all logic,
Now I'm just full of bliss,
Everything is sunshine & roses,
But even still, I'm nervous for this.
My past hasn't been filled with romance,
As a matter of fact, it's been 3 years.
Trust was never my strong suit,
But I'll put it on for you.
Here I am, I've let down my defenses,
Out in the open, you can see all of me.
Do not hurt me, please I beg you.
All I want is for this to last forever,
Just sit in your arms.
We both have baggage, so I'll leave mine at the door.
You're under my skin, keeping me safe,
Let me in & I will guard you.
See me as I am when I'm with you.
Plain as day, you'll know I'm the fool,
Quietly sustained in happiness.
Do you feel the same way?
I love to see that smile light up your face.
When I'm alone, all I can do is picture you,
& my happy smiles can't be repressed.
He never made me feel safe the way you do,
Not even for a second.
My friends are surprised by my silly smiles,
Time drags when we're apart.
Flushed cheeks, bright eyes, & a smile
Are all I see when I look in the mirror,
Like a face I can't recognize, the face of a fool.
But when I look closer, I realize I'm the fool.