A Portrait of a Real Man

Miles below the surface others dare not go.
But you go.
Many see the danger and shy away. 
You don't
You have counted the cost and deemed it a worthy cause.
A risk you want to take.
You dig where others dare not dig and get your hands dirty, callosed even.
You see the value of what you seek and you don't stop until you unearth it.  Not just for you, but for the ones who dare not tread where you go.  Even for those who have no idea of the task that lay before you and the risks you take.  The cost you pay is great.
Sometimes soot coats your entire being and it's hard to separate you from the trail you bring with you.
Still, in spite of the dust that coats your skin, you radiate light and love.
You, are a portrait of a real man and I am forever grateful I am your girl.