You offering your scarf without hesitation was small and exactly what I needed.

You sending a photo of your lunch felt silly and warm; I liked that.

I appreciate how you point out the good parts instead of cataloguing the mistakes.

I love that you bring extra umbrellas and offer one without asking.

Your playlist recommendation has been on repeat; thank you for that small gift.

You telling me exactly what you need cleared up my muddled head.

You checking in at lunchtime is the simplest thing that changes my afternoon.

You noticing the plant was thirsty and watering it made me trust you more.

You make cold walks tolerable; I notice my hands reach for yours.

You saying 'stay' at the door changed my plans and I don't regret it.

Seeing your jacket on the chair made the whole apartment feel less empty.

I am grateful for how patient you are with my bad days.

When I forget my keys you are the calm I reach for without thinking.

I keep meaning to tell you I like the freckle near your left thumb.

I miss the sound of you stirring your tea in the morning.

You make falling asleep on the couch feel like a small, honest victory.

I feel proud telling my sister about the time you fixed the heater.

I promise to answer the door at midnight when you come home from work.

I will carry your heavy bag up stairs without making it a thing.

I feel a simple joy when your playlist starts and I know your mood.

I want to be the one who packs your lunch when mornings are rushed.

I notice your penmanship and the way you cross your t's; it feels familiar.

I like that you reheat coffee twice and still drink it, stubborn and human.

I want to learn to fix that squeaky door hinge you always ignore.

I notice the way you tighten your shoelaces and think about small rituals.

I want to sit with you in silence and have it be enough.

I love that your jacket smells faintly of rain even after weeks.

I feel grateful when you check my hand in a crowded room.

I like you when you're impatient and tapping your foot—it's honest.

I will pick the slower lane in traffic if it means we talk longer.

I notice the tiny scar on your knuckle and it makes me protective.

I want to wake up and make coffee for you even on Saturdays.

I love that you steal fries from my plate and I never stop you.

Your chipped mug on the top shelf makes the kitchen feel like ours.

I am relieved knowing you'll be there for the dentist appointment I dread.

I saved the receipt from the butcher because you picked the good cut.

I appreciate how you dry the coffee ring from the table without asking.

I want to be the one you tell the dumb details to at midnight.

I noticed your shoelaces were untied and I tied them for you.

I keep replaying your “okay” in my head and it comforts me.