Thank You

I was feeling alone
and you comforted me
expecting nothing
in return, ever.
You gave music
you gave words
wisdom, advice,
and laughter.
Your humor is magnificent
and unapologetic.
The way you quickly know
what's best for anyone
and the way you stand up
for things you believe.
Your eyes could be cold
from the things that you've seen
but they are unsure
and they deserve more
just how you deserve more.
You might deny appreciation
for your work
and time
and passion
because you know no other way
but you don't ever give up.
You keep expecting a better world,
pushing yourself every day
into the cracks of this place
to fill them up with wonder
and maybe make the world a little
less shitty.
You may not be perfect.
I know you think you're flawed.
But you are real
you are honest.
And that's perfect.
I love your bravery,
your selflessness,
and attention to everyone.
You make others comfortable,
turn sadness into change
and tears to loud laughter.
The times you spend improving
yourself for everything
you think you need to know.
How your compassion is the kind
that gives real strength
.
Your love for what makes someone unique,
that devotion, you always respect.
I love your energy
and I love the things you hide.
You might be afraid
that you didn't live up to expectations.
But I tell you now;
you live for more than anyone else
that I have ever, forever known.
These words cannot do justice.
You might think it's funny
or shield yourself inside your walls,
yet you should always know
you are loved.
Thank you, my friend,
for being you
and know I mean it with all my heart
when I promise that I will always
be here for you.
You are loved very much.