It has been so long…
Since someone has consumed my thoughts, without a sense of guilt
Since I have had someone to turn to for help, without a sense of burden
Since I’ve proudly stood next to a man that I am able to call my own
Since I’ve let down my guard and allowed someone to see the rest of me that I hide from the world
Since I’ve unconditionally loved, without judgment, and received the same from another
Since I have felt such comfort in the arms longing to hold me
Since I have not feared another holding my delicate heart
Since I have felt butterflies in my stomach from a smile so sincere
Since I have daydreamed of a future with another by my side
Since another has bought the flowers that fill my vase
Since I have poured such emotion into every intimate touch
Since someone has made me feel so beautiful, inside and out, I am starting to believe it myself
…but the truth is, it has not been so long. It has never been before. A love so kind, so appreciative, so sincere; I am in love with a love I’ve never known before. I have learned from my past, I am in love with every moment of my life and am hopeful that this love will continue to fill my heart and ease my scars.
So, I'm here... 