Because I know

When I say

I love your smile

I really do

Because I've seen people not smile at me.

When I say

You are so nice

You are.

Because I've known people who aren't nice.

When I say

I'm happy

I know I'm happy

Because I've also been sad.

When I say

I love you

I mean it with my whole heart

Because I've had it broken.

When I say

You are my best friend

You are

Because I know what it's like to not have good friends.

When I say

Thanks for listening

It's true

Because I know what it's like not to be heard.

And when I say

Goodbye

I mean it

Because I know it's best.

--December 27, 2001