BILY
Because I love you,
I see things through a new filter.
Colors are brighter, the air seems sweeter,
and every touch feels like satin against my skin.
Because I love you,
Love feels tangible.
I don't feel like I'm chasing a dragon
that I never get to touch.
Because I love you,
It doesn't matter how long or dark
the tunnels are.
You are right there,
flashlight in one hand
and my hand in the other.
Because I love you,
I've written songs with the angels
to give to you
when your calloused hands
play me like your bass.
Because I love you,
Every moment is precious; captured:
photographed, and captioned,
“with love, us”.
I didn't think these feelings were real,
or even possible.
I didn't think that you existed.
All of a sudden my words belong
to someone else.
My voice rings, for the pleasure of your ears.
My smile beams,
because I know it will make you smile too.
I am better,
because I love you.