Nashville

I rewatched the videos

and realized that maybe the band

wasn't actually that good.

I looked at the photos

and realized that my makeup

was smeared

and my hair was a mess.

I saw the transactions

and realized those drinks

were not worth what I paid.

But if I close my eyes

and if I really focus

I can see the smile

on that girl's face when

I turned to her

to sing along with

the band together.

I can feel my best friend's

hand in mine

as we try not to lose each other

navigating the sea of people.

I can feel my limbs

get weak from all the dancing

we did that night.

So maybe the band

wasn't as good as I thought.

And maybe my outfit was a wreck

but if I close my eyes,

and if I focus

I'll never forget it.