a step

Oops. I think I messed up. Unless it’s an unspoken prayer answered. We climbed, climbed, and climbed some more. A physical, mental, and spiritual mountain. “America’s mountain,” they called it. Call me selfish, but I felt more pride in myself than my country after reaching the peak. It was no easy feat to do (especially the waking up early part lol).

After returning, I had a quick turnaround of events that led me to today. 

An old friend. 

A new kiss. 

A new kind of kiss. 

A date the next evening.

With someone else.

From the wilderness to something even more wild. The wilderness must be explored, right? RIGHT? A mistake? A safe bet? It had been years since we spoke last, but last night we spoke with as much honesty as ever. A mistake I think not, but a learning experience?  Absolutely. 

There is so much to be learned. I am learning of my feelings, how deep they are, and how they affect my moods, decisions, and personal being. But I shall never forget this moment, however brief, and set within a bigger story. 

A step. To where? I am not sure. But as microcosmic as that one night was, I hope to speak again in many more years.

-s

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