intensely, recklessly
loyal.

patiently, painstakingly
prepared words
to tell you
why.

i think about merit.
i think about me.
i think about
you,

what you deserve and
how you’ve earned it:

my intense, reckless
loyalty.

i wonder if it matters
that i’d have your six
here or there,
or anywhere.

any time.
 
 
 
 
it matters to me.

and i’ll patiently,
painstakingly,
prepare the words
to tell you:

i’ve got your back
for life.