from the moment that we first met

i knew you would become an incredible

part of my life, my very being

you've not only been a part of my laughter

but also my smiles and my tears

you've shown me both happiness and sorrow

and guided me through some intense emotions

you held my hand gently, yet firmly

and assured me that what i felt was okay

you looked beyond my tough exterior

and reached into my heart and my soul

the sound of your voice creates a magic inside of me

the excitement chases butterflies around my stomach

it sends spirals of happiness through my entire body

all i ever want is your happiness as well

i want you to feel as incredible as i do

you deserve to be loved the way that you, yourself love

with no boundaries, no inhibitions, no secrets

i reached beyond your tough exterior

and touched places that were never before explored

i have given you myself, completely and genuinely

the way that you have given yourself to me

if ever there come a day i do not make you as happy

when I do not give you the same feelings in return

i will happily step aside for someone who can

just as you have shown me unconditional love

i only wish for you to have the same experience

no matter where I ever am - how near or how far

no matter what happens, i will remain close...

because i will always be your angel.

10/13/99