You're patient with me, you're kind to me, you're nice to be around. And, well, I wouldn't be where I am today without you. I mean, I can value myself now.....I can have my own opinions, and defend them, and make decisions for my own sake. I can feel pride and desire and have that be okay.

But it's not just that. It's not only because you did something for me.

It's because.....you make me happy. You understand me in ways that other people can't, or won't. I feel safe when I'm with you.

I want you because I love you. That's the best way I can explain it.

[Sometimes the truth is cruel. But sometimes, it's blessedly simple.]