Because I love you I was inspired to be better than I was, growing mentality to contribute to our intellectual discussions.

Because I love you I put up with Disney movies and realized I was missing out on a whole lot of very witty and fun films.

Because I love you I learned to bake desserts and cook your favorite food.

Because I love you I realized that mentoring kids afterschool could be fun.

Because I love you we went to a vegan restaurant and began to think about the animals and the benefits of being vegetarian.

Because I love you we went on a date to Barnes and Noble; shortly after my love for reading was rekindled.

Because I love you I went to your religion's bicentennial and my horizons were expanded on how religions could be unified.

Because I love you I told you when I felt like I couldn’t anymore but you told me I was being stupid and needed to clear my head and see what I was saying.

Because I love you I spilled to you my desires, my fears, my hopes, and you did the same; now we know that we compliment each other.

Because I love you I will make sure that we have the spookiest house on the block.

Because I love you I showed you who I really am and for once I wasn't afraid to be judged.

Because I love you I will always stay by your side.