Unreachable 

I look her way—
she turns aside.

I take a step—
she drifts away.

I sit beside her—
she finds another seat.

I send a gift—
it’s returned, unopened.

So I move on,
seek another flame.

And suddenly—
she’s looking my way.

Why now? I ask.

“I was just playing hard to get.”

Really?
I’ve found something hotter.

So if you don’t mind,
let me enjoy my bounty in peace.