@wordswithruss's reel — transcript & breakdown

The speaker starts with a direct, emotional address to 'you,' immediately drawing the viewer into a personal narrative.

“I hope you know that I notice you.”

The poem unfolds with tender promises and a commitment to understanding and supporting the other person.

“I hope you let me close enough, so on the days that you forget the beauty of your own eyes, I can remind you.”

The speaker contrasts the fast-paced world with the enduring nature of love and the recipient's worth.

“Because in a world where we all move on so quickly, love will choose to remember, and that you are worth what it takes.”

The speaker's vulnerability and willingness to sacrifice are highlighted, emphasizing the depth of their affection and commitment.

“I will sacrifice every piece of me, if it meant that I can starve the ache that makes you cry for every time I wait, I break, I swear I'm good for your sake, and I pray that you never become too busy to notice me trying to stay in your life.”

The poem concludes with a poignant admission of a life that never happened, yet reiterates the speaker's lasting observation of the person, even if unreciprocated.

“And please, if it's not meant for me, then please let me stop yearning for it because there are days where noticing every piece of you is exhausting. And now, as I grieve a life that never happened, I hope you always know that I noticed you, even if you never noticed me.”