to be loved by someone who notices your silence. someone who knows when you're hurt, upset, or sad. someone who doesn't need you to explain everything because they can already tell something's wrong by how quiet you get. someone who understands that sometimes you need space, but still makes sure you don't feel alone. someone who doesn't get angry when you shut down but instead waits for you to feel ready to open up. someone who reminds you that it's okay to be honest, that you don't have to hide your feelings just to feel loved. someone who reminds you that your quiet moments don't make you hard to love.