Love is one of those things that you must fully commit too in order for it to truly work. You must be ok with standing their completely naked and vulnerable with all flaws and past exposed. If your partner still embraces you, makes you feel safe and continues to love you, then you must work tiredlessly to keep that love alive. Understand that you will make mistakes, but be honest, say I'm sorry, and remember to always put your partner first (sometimes even before yourself). No matter how mad or upset you ever get, remember that the love you two share will always bring you back to center.
In my 29 years of life, I thought I had this relationship thing figured out. I was so wrong. My partner today has taught me to listen, listen to understand, be gentle with my words because causing pain or hurt would bring me to my knees. I thought I knew what it was like to be in love, but he has redefined that for me. I am thankful for the ones who came before, who got me ready for this. We are building a unit that not even Donald Trump can shake. I run home every day to see him, I yarn for his touch and cuddles in bed and I quickly give a side eye when someone tries him. But for once I feel safe, safe to be me, safe to take a risk and safe to grow into the strong and loving man I so have always wanted to be. I now go to work everyday to not only do great but I always want to make him proud. Behind closed doors I am no different than I am with him next to me and that gives me peace and tells me that this is real. I don't need to retreat because everything I ever need is here with me. Baby I love you and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for being you, allowing me to be me, and stay committed to this unit. There are some big things ahead and I can not wait to see you continue to bloom and I am honored to be apart of you. I love you.
-Your Little Chicken
