I felt glad today remembering the way you corrected my pronunciation and laughed.

I feel steady when you say my name, nothing dramatic, just steady and real.

I loved how you defended that small idea in the meeting; you sounded sure.

I appreciate how you organized the bookshelf; your orderliness is useful and real.

I’m thinking of how you hummed while cooking and feeling quietly happy.

I felt lighter after your message today; thank you for that ordinary kindness.

I’ll bring you the blanket you like from the closet without being asked.

Your patience with the cashier made me notice how gentle you are.

I like texting you bad puns because your groan is worth the effort.

I’m glad you asked for help today; asking is brave and I noticed.

You were right about the new route home, and I’ll admit it without drama.

I kept the napkin you doodled on; the crooked heart is my favorite mess.

Can I be the person who brings you tea when the migraine hits?

I’m thinking of you and feeling steady and warm, no grand words, just steady.

I noticed your chipped mug and kept it—small evidence you were here.

I miss your laugh in the kitchen while you argue with the oven timer.

I made a note to buy your favorite ice cream for when you need a small rescue.

I like knowing you’re on the other end of the line when I lock up at night.

I want to hear about the sandwich you made because your taste choices amuse me.

I noticed the scuff on your phone case and thought, that’s where you live a little.

I kept the parking stub from the night we laughed badly at the movie; tiny souvenir.

I want to text you random updates about my day because I like including you.

I like the freckle near your left eyebrow; I can point to it when I want to feel close.

I kept your jacket when you left it here because I wanted to smell you later.

I want to be the person who remembers your dentist appointment so you don’t worry.

I love the quiet way you fold your socks; it makes me think of small care.

Your coffee went cold while you read the label; I warmed it and watched you smile.

I’ll wash the dishes tonight so you can finish that book.

I miss your hand in mine on the sofa, simple and exactly what I want now.

I still have the receipt from the sweater you tried on and bought; it makes me smile.

I like that you fall asleep with your phone on silent; it makes me feel trusted.

I want to hear about the dream you had this morning before you forget it.

I’m proud of how you handled that meeting today, even if you don’t notice it.

Tonight I’ll pick up the extra milk you forgot so we don’t run out tomorrow.

Tell me what song is stuck in your head so I can hum it badly until you forgive me.

You made the toast a bit too dark and I loved that tiny stubborn thing about you.

I kept your blue travel mug on my desk because I like having a reason to think of you between calls.

I scheduled a detour on your route home that ends at my door.

Hide your glasses; I want you to squint at me until you laugh.

I’ll beat you at the game if you promise not to sulk about it.