An exhibit of power and wealth,

Prominence without intent of acknowledgment,

Nothing short of prestige,

I gave it up, because I love you.

Thunder echoes, dim light streams near,

A torrential display as the clouds burst with rain,

Walking outside with no regret,

though I hate getting wet, because I love you.

Doing things I've never considered before,

Leaving narcissism in the past,

A sunrise bringing a better day, a more patient day,

I've been forever changed, because I love you.

We may argue, we may fight,

We can't help it, we're human,

Your silly laugh, the way you sing, the freckles scattered on your cheeks,

I love all these things, they're why I love you.