Because I Love You...
Because I love you
I listen to your ongoing rants
about your girlfriend
who I so wish to be
but know I may never get the chance
Because I love you
my sleep schedule has been altered
staying up late every night
so your voice
is the last thing I hear before I sleep
Because I love you
I surprise you
with some of your favorite things
when I know you're feeling down
because I know
what makes you happy
Because I love you
I stop doing my homework
to help you study
which got you first honors
for the first time
and I am so proud
Because I love you
I feel warm inside
every damn time I see you
and I can't help but smile
each time I hear your laugh
or see your smirk of a smile
Because I love you
I'm leaving to go to college
but hoping
you will come with me
because I don't want to
imagine a life
without you nearby.