You are why I stay.

I see you grow into a strong and confident person.

I see you grow as a leader.

I listen to your struggles.

I hear your doubts.

And with a word, or a connection, or a resource…

I see the light shine in your eyes.

And years later you share the moment…

Or the words or hugs that helped.

And I know it all is worth it.

All the hours.

All the frustrations and heartaches.

All the doubts and challenges and disrespect.

All the micro and macro aggressions.

All of it is worth it because of you.

You are worth it.

And thus I stay.