If I Could Speak

If I could speak, I would tell you that I love you.
I promise this is true.
As the world speeds past me, 
I know that it is me who you truly see.

When no one else seems to understand what I want to say,
You laugh and tell them that it is clear as day.
You whisper in my ear 
A secret that is only for us to hear.
You know when I am happy, angry, or sad,
And for this, I am glad.

When those around me seem to have given up all hope
You shake your head and tell them, "Nope!"
"Our girl will do great things!" you proclaim.
I laugh and hold your arm because this is our little game.

You don't let me sit in the corner, allowing me to be forgotten,
But instead, you spoil me rotten.
You do not let my wheelchair limit what I can do.
And we constantly prove that anything is possible, it's true.
I lean my head in, and with my hand I touch your cheek - 
What I  would say is "I love you forever," if I could speak.