"Because I Love You" Scholarship Entry by Mikayla Washam
Because I love you, I will fill your lungs with laughter.
Because I love you, I will not judge when you fail.
Because I love you, I will accept all of your flaws.
Because I love you, I will always have open arms when you need a hug.
Because I love you, I will not mind when my shirt is soaked with your tears.
Because I love you, I will care for you when you are sick.
Because I love you, I will learn to know and love your friends.
Because I love you, I will give you space when it is needed.
Because I love you, I will only speak uplifting words to, and about, you.
Because I love you, I will trust you.
Because I love you, I will be slow to anger.
Because I love you, I will keep your secrets.
Because I love you, I will tell the whole world of how amazing you are.
Because I love you, I will not harm you.
Because I love you, I will be someone who is worthy of receiving your love.