Speak Louder

To my friends whom I love. I won't tell you in words. Not because I don't value The words' power to move Not because I lack appreciation For your friendship. Quite the opposite I find words An insufficient representation. The love I feel For your acceptance - No - That isn't it. Not simple acceptance but, what you provide is a feeling A feeling that I'm not a burden. And, on my good days, A feeling that I'm wanted, even celebrated, for who I am and what I bring. No, I will not tell you in words. Because I lack the words. All I have is the hope That actions truly do Speak louder