I Love You Because
I admire your work ethic, your patience, and your selflessness
Your ability to be honest in the most compassionate and beautiful way
And how you love me in the light and from all angles
I love you because you appreciate me even when you shouldn’t
I loathe when you’re upset
Especially if it’s because of me
I idolize your happiness
But yearn for its presence more often
I value you for your ability to show vulnerability
The effect you’ve had on my life cannot be matched by any other individual
Nor can your power, virtue, and kindness be replicated either
I respect you because you are strong-willed, thoughtful, and brilliant
A mirror of my ideal hero
You truly taught me how to be the greatest, most admirable version of myself
And continue to inspire me in every aspect of life
I cherish you for being the greatest woman I have ever known
Melissa