for you

you are a warrior

i wish that life
was better for you
at home

i wish
i could whisk you away
from that place
and take you
on an adventure
of our own

we will start one
someday
just us two
and we'll travel the world
or maybe
sit at home
cuddle and watch anime
either would be fine
as long as i'm with you

i hope
that your parents
can learn to trust us
and not limit you
because of your sexuality
and i'm proud of you
for dealing with everything
even if it's hard

you are a warrior
so strong
even if you don't think so

you say
sometimes you can't stand yourself
but you haven't seen
the look on your face
when you come across a kitten
or when you talk about voltron

you haven't seen yourself
from my perspective
only from the mirror
where you scrutinize your looks

i'll do my best
to help you see the warrior you are
it will take time
i know
but i'll be with you
through all of it