The note, and kisser.
A true story from my childhood
200 words.

The Note

I put these words
on a little sheet
"I love you sincerely,
you're really sweet."

Folded so neatly
sealed with a kiss.
(psst) pass this to Debby.
OH NO, what is this?

The teacher walks down,
from her desk to mine.
There on the floor,
my note, she did find.

"Come up here, Mr. Mike
and bring that with you.
I want the whole class
to hear it too!"

Breathless, they waited,
With my heart in my hand.
I stare at the back wall,
I just barely stand.

Then out of the blue,
I look to Deb's seat.
I see her pixi face,
her blue eyes so sweet.

Courage! Strength!
Feast on this, you churls!
I boldly proclaim,
my love for that girl!

The day soon over,
not embarrassed, but glad!
my love for my Deb
is driving me mad!

Then all at once,
from the mists, I see.
My beautiful Deb
is walking towards me.

Right there in public,
in the middle of the street.
On tiptoes, she reaches,
our lips touch, so sweet!

Oh, the memory,
nineteen-and-sixty-three,
in the third grade with Deb
and her there with me!!

God Bless you, Debbie, where ever you are!
:smitten