Because I Love You

Because I love you,

I kiss your forehead to make you smile,

I kiss your cheek and hand,

I try to make you feel loved and appreciated,

And try my best to be there when you don’t.

Because I love you,

I keep my phone on me,

I stay ready to help when you need it,

I stay up with you when you’ve had a rough day,

And I make sure you are okay and sleeping before I rest.

Because I love you,

I told you to call when you get home,

I waited patiently to hear the ding of a new text message,

I smiled when you remembered my small request,

And sent back an “I love you, goodnight”.

Because I love you,

I don't complain when you forget me,

I do my best to be happy you are,

I push back my feelings,

And remind myself your happiness matters most.

Because I love you,

I let you move on from me,

I stop smiling and waving when we pass,

You chose to forget and I let you forget,

And I faded into a ghost from your past.