When I say I want to love you,
it is more than just a cheesy phrase
or holding hands to claim your space.

It's soft and warm and full of wonder.
Like waking up in blanket forts
on lazy days past summer.

It's magical and colorful
with shining lights along the coast,
to clash with dust and thunder.

Sometimes it is just a giggle
Other times, a flood of words.
A simple sneeze, a silent bark
The things it takes to ease my heart.

Despite the miles ahead of us
The jungle of emotions
Your warmth is spreading through my life
The softest shades of summer.

Sometimes I wonder how it could be
That someone so close to my heart
Part of my soul - would just fade away

But then I remember that shadows exist
That we leave behind
The parts you won't miss.

Because you, you are made of light.
So full of love for those to come
You, whom I can't wait to become.