The love that made me real

The love that made me real

What was my life like without you? I don’t ever want to think about it.

My feelings weren’t returned, but they were not a waste.

Now I understand— how simple and pure it is. Our friendship means everything to me.

You never judged me. You listened. You stayed. You saw me.

Now I have motivation. I have hope. To live the life I’ve always dreamed of— so I can love myself just as much as I loved you.