In trying to find the perfect words <br />to describe how I feel about you, <br />I forgot to listen. <br />In trying to write the perfect lines, <br />I borrowed your pen, <br />But I forgot to touch your hand. <br />In trying to envision a future for us, <br />I borrowed your glasses, <br />But I forgot to look in your eyes. <br />In trying to buy you the perfect gift, <br />I borrowed a Rand, <br />But I forgot to be with you. <br />In trying to be the perfect gentleman, <br />I borrowed a suit, <br />but I forgot to be me, <br />I'm sorry. <br /> <br />Now I'm trying to make it right, <br />And I borrow your time; <br />And this time, <br />I will not forget to give it back. <br />I will forget about moving my lips <br />and try to kiss you. <br />I will forget my fancy lines <br />and try to be true. <br />I will forget about tomorrow, <br />And focuss on you now. <br />I will forget about appearances, <br />and try to be authentic. <br />I might even forget how to forget, <br />And try to remember you. <br />But baby, if you try to change a man, <br />well then <br />You can just forget about it.<br /><br />Nkululeko Mdudu<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/will-try/
