She couldn’t believe she was actually doing it
Everything that came before has led to this moment
There she was waiting at the terminal for the plane
To take her on a journey that began many months prior
When an unexpected encounter blossomed into more
Until one day she decided she would plan something grand
A trip to meet someone whom she has never met before
She never expected to be taking such risks like this
Yet it became more difficult to ignore as time passed on
This stranger was so intriguing to talk to from day one
At first it was just like any other conversations she had
But soon the laughter, care and passion kept thriving
The little sweet nothings and caring thoughts he’d say
It was hard not to develop a crush for that and all
But no this was so silly she thought constantly
He might not even be real she would proclaim
Eventually that same sentiment came from her friends
But for every wall she’d raise he would knock down
Phone calls, photos, videos and more he’d send to her
He went above and beyond to prove he is the real deal
To show that it truly doesn’t matter where one is now
It’s where one can be in the future that’s at the nucleus
Rather than settle for only what’s around someone
There is a whole world with infinite possibilities
That is what he’d tell anybody he crosses paths with
It’s what he told her along with other insightful things
He never really fit his age as if he’s lived much longer
Frankly he never fit himself as she still couldn’t believe
There was still something about him that felt amiss
Like not all of him was being shown through the screen
Which made sense given the situation but still a mystery
And that enigma is what intrigued and annoyed her
Some months passed and her loved ones could see it
Something or someone was causing her to have a glow
Eventually some cracked the case and were happy
A few in the family were cautious saying be careful
No one ever said very negative things directly to her
Perhaps a few were hoping she’d find someone closer
So she knew it was time to squash all doubts around
The mystery, other’s thoughts, his presence and more
It was finally time to meet this stranger at last
She’d worry so much about not knowing each other
And he’d always respond that they have time to do so
Well now is the time to put that to the test and see
All of this would occur during the Christmas holidays
He always said this time of year was lonely for him
What better moment to meet than this she felt
She’d take a friend along for the ride with her
Not just for safety but it was a promise they made
Both always wanted to visit this place and vowed
That whenever the timing was right they would
They were always there for each other in anything
Just like she was hoping he would be there for her
Plus if somehow worst came to worst she had a friend
A familiar face to keep her company in foreign land
Tickets bought, bags packed, and away they went
Her heart beated fast multiple times during the flight
Once for takeoff and another crossing countries
The last major one was when the plane descended
This was actually happening with no going back
Not many people dare take such chances in life
Or the ones who do rarely are noticed by others
But they make great stories to hear when found
Due to schedules she wouldn’t meet him early
It will be on Christmas Eve as he had family affairs
This left her with a day and a half to explore
Allowing her and her friend to enjoy the sights
However the thought of him occupied her mind
He was here, she is here, and now they’re both here
She couldn’t believe the distance is much closer
All that is left is time standing in her way
He was less talkative she noticed upon arrival
Was he getting cold feet or planning something?
The date was set for at night to be in downtown
There would be a big Christmas party with folks
Not only to alleviate stress of being alone for her
But also enjoy the night with her friend and others
There’ll be plenty of chances to spend time alone
He’d say that and she again loved that caring side
Thinking of her, her friend, and enjoying Christmas
8:00 PM has come on Christmas Eve here in the city
Despite being cool it was not frigid cold that night
She was dressed elegantly for their first meeting
As the small crowd gathered and chatted she looked
Searching for this man she long waited to see
The party itself was fun with music, food, and drinks
All alongside a big river flowing through the city’s heart
And a bridge that led across to a courtyard nearby
But she was very preoccupied with finding him
She paced around the event looking for this man
Even tempted to ask people if they knew who he was
It’s slowly approaching 9:00 PM and she got scared
Could she had been duped this entire time by him?
Did something terrible happen to him along the way?
He wasn’t answering his phone as she tried to call
The fireworks were about to go off into the dark sky
She did not want to enjoy any of this festivities
Nor were her friend’s words any help to her
She needed to be alone to think what to do next
There was the bridge she saw all lonely and quiet
Scurrying past the crowds she made her way to it
The music started to fade softly into the distance
Her eyes were beginning to water with sadness
Coming so close only to end in complete failure
She wanted to go to the bridge to let herself cry
Suddenly the fireworks flared off into the night sky
Illuminating the river flowing and the bridge ahead
She turned to gaze up in awe at the colorful site and sound
As she drew closer to her destination she felt something
A sense of courage and hope returned to her body
She would need it as she peered over towards the bridge
For suddenly a man appeared from behind the crest of it
Slowly ascending and dressed dapper for the occasion
There he was standing alone over there on Christmas Eve
The moment she saw his eyes and smile she knew it was him
As she approached the butterflies returned in her stomach
She was happy he finally made it and they can be together
No longer was he alone as they watched the fireworks fly
It isn’t how it began but where it can go next from here
As they walked back to the party holding hands she thought
They may not fully know each other but it’ll come to them
As he always said, and now her too. . . “We’ve got the time.”
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