Miscommunications

I say one thing.
You hear another.
Argument eminent.
Not liking the conversation,
You head for bed.

I watch T.V.
Concentrating on the colors.
Jokes that aren't funny,
People that aren't interesting.
Forcing my mind to think on anything
But what lays ahead of me in the dark.

I give up.
I care too much.
Stumbling through the pitch,
I fumble for the sheets.
You pretend to be asleep.
But I know better.

Seconds pass.
Minutes...
A lifetime.
No one wants to be the first to speak.
To show weakness.
We're too stubborn,
You and I.

I give in.
Sleep eludes me
knowing I've caused you pain.
Apology.
Such a simple statement.
Such a profound impact.

Tears.
Last minute confessions.
Snuggles.
Comfort.
Peace.
I love you's whispered
On the edge of dreams.

Five years.
Filled with ups and downs.
And Still,
A whole eternity ahead.
Never imagining
Sharing it
With anyone
But you.