I may not know the words
but this song sounds familiar
so I will hum along

I may not know the story
but the book cover reminds me of a memory
so I will keep reading

I may not know the painting
but the color and texture draw me closer 
so I will keep looking

I may not know the scent
but it reminds me of my grandfather’s pipe
so I will keep breathing

I may not know the person
but his smile and words speak to my soul
so I will keep listening

I may not know 
but I will open myself
and I will find a way to make it mine