Poker Face

You searched for me with just a name
Because you had to see me again
On a whim and a hope, you laid down your cards
Asking if I would join the game
I noticed your grit and your charm
And decided to take the chance
I looked in your eyes and knew
That you meant me no harm
As the game continued on,
The stakes rose just a little higher
I felt my poker face start to disappear
And I knew from there that it wouldn't be long
Until I lost all I had bargained for
You lead a different life away from the table
I was just a face that held your gaze only for a little while
You won the game and then some more
I will never be the same
I let down my guard and let you in
And it was bliss knowing that you saw through to my core
I do not regret playing the round
You showed me how to play it well
So take your earnings
Enjoy your life
And know that I will be here
With all my yearning
To play the game again someday
Maybe with somebody new
But I will never forget you
And hope someday that you may
Look at me from across the table
As we lay our hands down,
You'd smile and say,
"You win."