my life was hell, you know that
but you make me feel like I matter
maybe in luckless fights, maybe mistakes
yet better than killing yearnings
how we listen, mercifully
my chest is swelling, but in a good way
and I look you in the eyes and say

I'm in love with you, I'm in love with you
and you told me you love me, too

you have put me through both heaven and hell
and I have come to believe that every minute
of it was worth it

-c.j.