POEM STARTER
Submitted by Laura
'As I looked into your eyes, I saw my future go up in flames.'
Write a poem or short story that contains this line.
The Car
Going there I looked out the car window and stared at nothing but the clouds in the sky, listening to songs I wish I could dedicate to you.
Going there I looked out the car window and stared at nothing but the trees passing by, as if trying to find you in them.
Going there I looked out the car window but not for long, as the view of your face is far more entertaining.
I know my eyes seemed glued to every part of your face as if analyzing every detail before it’s too late.
I know my eyes seemed glued to every part of your hair as if trying to memorize every strand of every curl.
I know my eyes seemed glued to your eyes because they stared back at me with such intense emotion.
I know my eyes looked into your eyes and saw my future go up in flames, burning bright with all the things I wanted but could never keep.
Oh, I looked out the car window, my heart beating at being caught staring.
Oh, I looked out the car window, wondering if you found it weird or intriguing.
Oh, I looked out the car window, hoping you were still looking at me.