becoming united

as one

mind, body

heart and soul

two people

with separate

lives

learning to live

together

as a whole

sharing everything

the good, the bad

the happy and the sorrow

learning to forgive

and forget

even that which

hurts the most

acknowledging

both the good and bad

and being able

to love

through it all

encouraging and supporting

someone else's

thoughts, ideas

creativity and dreams

even when you

don't fully agree

or you only

partially understand

bringing laughter

to replace tears

and smiles

to replace frowns

no matter what

you

yourself feel

being able to care

for someone else

even in your weakest

moments

living one life - together

and yet maintaining

your own individuality

and knowing in your

heart

that the other person

would never

intentionally hurt you

that's when you know

you've found

true, honest

sincere and pure

love.

11/9/99