Cheers

I can clearly see you sitting by the corner with your friends,

Telling funny stories around, making everybody laugh.

I can see the brightness in your eyes. I hope "that" never ends,

I can tell you feeling like if needed, they all can have your back.

-*-

I can hear the conversation going on right next to me,

About how some old-school parents tried to impose non-sense rules.

I can feel the pain and doubts in that voice breaking down deep,

I can tell they wonder if some day, they may become the same bad ghouls.

-*-

I don't talk, I just listen, as I learn what "not to be",

This is better than any book, as real life is the best lesson one can have.

I stay apart, in deep silence, but I can chat if you talk to me,

I mostly observe, learn and wonder about the variances in Life's paths.

-*-

There is you, sitting alone, by the end of the main bar,

Eyes glued to your phone, having a drink, silently enjoying your "me" time.

I start to wonder how come there is no other person with you to talk,

And then I see myself on the mirror and I say "well, there is why".

-*-

We all hear you when you come upfront and read a poem for us to enjoy,

We all feel you, when your words hit a nerve we though we didn't have.

We clap and cheer trying to stay composed even when your piece deeply hurts,

But we all know Life can throw some blows. And that's Ok.

We are built for that.

-*-

Some people share their own stories about a special POS

While some others give us a recount of their filthy sexual life.

For the formal, I need to know if they will do what should be best

And for the later, I want more. I need details, I cannot lie.

-*-

I see so many faces, some familiar, and some that are new to me,

But we all have something in common: we all like a place like this.

There is no doubt the vibe is right, as you can be crazy, loud and free

Just be courteous to others, be kind, tip your servers, say "Thank you" and "Please".

-*-

I feel like I found a gem, when I decided to do what others did before me

Standing at the stage, reading aloud, and sharing a piece of mind and heart

You'll see It's only when you share that your mind became truly free

And then you find that this could be your perfect chance to just restart.

-*-

And so, I raise my glass for you tonight.

Have lots of fun, give many kisses and hugs around.

Smile like crazy and dance all night.

My dear fellow humans...

Happy Valentine's!