From a Poetry Writing class project in Fall 2015. The title was just one that I picked because I couldn't think of a good one, but people loved it. Go figure.

Stellar Love
By C. Randall Nicholson

I’ve grown to love the kindly way you treat me
And quite enjoyed the friendly times we’ve shared.
That’s why, right here and now, I make this promise:
When my race comes to conquer, you’ll be spared.

Although I've tried to fit in here, the others
Have treated me like slime since my arrival.
But you've accepted me despite my weirdness
And that's what's now ensuring your survival.
 
The other Earthling scum won’t know what hit them –
They’ll have no time to scream before they’re dead.
But you’ll be safe with me aboard my cruiser
With worlds of fun and romance straight ahead.
 
We’ll simmer in the steaming tubs of Vorxis
And hike through Ogbu’s rugged mountain ranges.
And then let’s ski the luscious fjords of Baldor
(At least unless the ticket pricing changes).
 
But all those sights will pale beside your beauty;
And none will fascinate me like your mind.
So maybe we’ll just sit and talk and stargaze
And cruise around to see what we can find.
 
We had three million light years in between us
But now we’ll never spend a day apart.
My dear, I can’t find words to share my feelings.
I love you from the bottom of my splanch.
 
These loud, shrill sounds you’re making now perplex me.
I realize that you must be speechless too.
Your bulging eyes and shaking frame, however,
Say “Yes, I feel the same way about you.”
 
We’ll have more time to talk this over later.
For now, stay close and follow my advice.
The ships are here, but I won’t let them fry you.
Now aren’t you glad you opted to be nice?

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