For Him

There’s just something about you, in the deepest part of you that
makes me want to be better; and not for you – for me.

I see what a graceful mess you are; pieces falling out, but into place.
No idea where you’re going, but your travel’s full of peace.

When you talk it’s full of purpose, though you’re not sure what it is.
So still and strong and sturdy in something you’ve never known.

I wish I could be better, not so you and I would ‘work’.
You just make me feel like it’s ok to be lost as long as I keep moving.

For eventually things fall into place and someone will fall in love with
my train wrecked dreams and the way I see the sky.
And I’ll thank you, for showing me I’m worth more
than crossroads and train tracks and could’ve-beens,
for believing enough to take a step closer.

For making me better.