You know ... it's kinda funny how we meet people in the Cyberworld. Some of the people we meet remain strictly online acquaintances, some become good real-life friends, and then there are those who become more than just good friends. That's what happened for me and one very special person. ...
I met Michael quite by accident in January of '98--me bein' my usual sloppy self and not paying close enough attention to my typing. *L* Little did I know then that my "accident" was going to turn out to be fate.
The day Mike and I met (cyber speaking) was kinda strange because it was the first time I really ventured into other areas of the Chathouse. I mostly stuck to the Sun Spot on the first floor, but on this particular day, for whatever reason, I decided to live on the wild side and go into the unknown realms. Unfortunately, my first exploration wasn't the greatest (rude regs can be downright nasty! *pout*), but once I met him, I kinda forgot all the rudeness and hostility I had encountered earlier that day. He didn't typically "hang" on the first floor, but was there for a change of pace. He invited me to the West wing, so, of course, I accepted the invite. I am SO glad I did!
At first, we were just typical chat acquaintances, joking around about the most trivial topics and how silly people can be in the Cyberworld. *L* I was in the midst of a rocky spot in my life and he was the voice of reason, opening my eyes to things I had overlooked during my personal turmoil.
Over time, I began to feel differently towards Michael, and he and I seriously discussed meeting face to face. I was nervous at the thought of actually meeting him and spending time with him, but at the same time, I couldn't wait--just like a kid waiting for Christmas morning to arrive. *G*
Well, "Christmas morning" came in September 1998 when he came to Pennsylvania to visit me. That time with him was the most incredible time in my life. From the moment when I first saw him step off the plane, I knew that there was something absolutely magical between the two of us. That proverbial "spark" had definitely been lit and there was no putting it out. We had such a great time together. I introduced him to the incredible chocolate milk made by a local dairy and I got to try chocolate-covered Oreo's for the first time! *BG*
The last day of Michael's visit was the hardest for me. I didn't want to say goodbye because there always seems to be a certain finality in goodbyes. But, as I watched his plane leave, I knew that at that moment, I was not saying goodbye ... it was actually a new and wonderful beginning. ...
We managed to spent our first holiday season together, which was a tremendous experience, despite the pitfalls of holiday air travel. *L* Anyway, Mike got to see what a REALLY cold Pennsylvania winter can be like. I thought the Florida boy would turn into an ice cube! *G* Even though we had to dress in layers for days on end, it was all worth it when he got to see and touch snow for the first time.
Once the holidays were past, we were already planning out next visit and talking about me making the BIG move down there. Fortunately, we got to see each another again, sooner than we'd expected, and picked out an apartment. Talk about exhilaration ... totally indescribable what it was like looking for "our" new home together. *BS*
So ... here I am, one month before moving and I'm just about ready to burst from all the excitement. *L* I slap myself each day, just so I'm sure that I'm not having one hell of a dream! Over the past months I've come to realize that I've gotta be one of luckiest gals alive to have a man like Mike in my life. I couldn't ask for anything to be more perfect ... and I certainly wonder what would've happened if I hadn't been a klutz on that day back in January '98. *G*
So, thank you, honey, for showing me what living and loving are all about. I love you, Michael ...
Daydream
By a measure of time it would be
Seven days ago tonight ...
That my senses ran wild with such delight
The eyes
I thought I would never see
I saw
Filled ... with unspoken wants
My ears ...
Heard the whispers
That are spoken softly into the night
Whispers
That make my heart beat with a new meaning
And ... with a new love
Your touch
Was that of feather
Drifting in a summer breeze
Soft and light
Removing all doubt
All fear
Even now
I would swear ... you were here with me
The smell of you lingers ... in my mind
Reminding
And
Teasing me ...
About you
The sweet taste of your lips
Satisfied me
Yet
Left me wanting even more
Yes
By a measure of time
It would be seven days ago tonight
But
By a measure of the heart
I will forever be in that night
