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Missed Connections in Orange County, CA: I Hope I’m Not Just Fireworks In Your Sky

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Missed Connections in Orange County

S. João 2009 by Feliciano Guimarães

I Hope I’m Not Just Fireworks In Your Sky
Missed Connections in Orange County

…I don’t want to fade that fast.

Sometimes I wish you knew that you were the first.
Maybe not my first kiss, the first crush, or even the first love;
But you did something more than anyone else.
I know I told you that you were the muse behind almost everything I had written,
But when life left me on the verge of ending it,

You inspired me to live.

Maybe that doesn’t mean as much to me as it used to,
But you’re the only one who makes my heart skip a beat anymore.

Come to think of it; you’ve always been the only one.

NOTE FROM THE MISSED CONNECTIONS CHIEF BOTTLE FINDER:

When I first read this missed connection, I interpreted it as a message to another adult, but when I discovered Feliciano Guimarães photograph I realized that it could also have been written to a child. When viewed in this light, the words take on a different meaning and the expression of love is deeper and more powerful. Wherever the source may lie, here’s to fireworks, love, and creative inspiration! Have a great weekend…

 

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Comments

  1. Bridget says

    This is, this photo and the words, the most beautiful display of parenthood. So lovely, so amazing; the duality to whomever it expresses affection.
    B

  2. lovelornpoets says

    Thanks Bridget! I couldn’t agree more – isn’t it interesting how the words could have many meanings when read alone, but when they are combined with such a strong image, you can’t imagine there being any other interpretation. The photo perfectly captures the emotional bond between child and parent – when I look at you can’t help but feel something. 🙂

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