In the halls of time, where memories dwell,

A story unfolds, a tale to tell,

Back to the days of crayons and play,

Where innocence danced in the light of day.

Grade two, a classroom, bright and alive,

With laughter like music, our spirits would thrive.

Amongst the faces, a spark caught my eye,

A crush so sweet, like clouds in the sky.

Her laughter, a melody, light as a breeze,

Her smile, a sunshine that put my heart at ease.

In secret, I cherished those moments so rare,

But words were a puzzle, too heavy to bear.

Years rolled on, like waves on the shore,

Each one a reminder of what I adored.

In the whispers of time, our paths drifted apart,

Yet she lingered softly, deep in my heart.

Then one fateful day, in the year twenty-four,

I spotted her there, as my heart began to soar.

A flash from the past, like a dream come alive,

Yet silence surrounded me, as I struggled to thrive.

How could I greet her, with time as my foe?

The words danced on lips, but refused to let go.

The little boy yearning, the one who felt shy,

Stood frozen in place, just watching her fly.

What if she remembered those days filled with glee?

What if those moments still sparkled like me?

But fear held me captive, a prisoner of doubt,

And the courage I needed was nowhere about.

Oh, secret crush, how sweet was your grace,

A treasure from childhood, a quiet embrace.

Though time may have passed, and we’ve both grown apart,

You’ll always remain, a soft beat of my heart.

So here’s to the memories, the laughter and tears,

To the innocence lost through the passage of years.

I may not have spoken, but deep down I know,

You’ll always be cherished, wherever we go.

In the tapestry woven of life’s grand design,

Our paths may entwine, or remain in a line.

Yet, I’ll carry your spirit, forever it’ll stay,

A secret crush, in my heart, come what may.