i love you because

you are braver + stronger than anyone I know
you never get impatient with all of my (our) self-portraits + picture taking
you are not afraid to take risks and go for your visions
I always feel the depth of your love when you hug me
you still charm the pants off me when you smile and close your eyes
there is beauty in seeing you as a brother and a son
you are calm + steady when I lose my marbles, you always meet where I am with gentleness and acceptance
because you are a great man with integrity, wisdom and kindness

*I believe in you