as i looked into his eyes

and found his longing stare

i stopped myself from saying words

that would show how much i care

i put my hand up to his face

to hold my feelings in

i wouldnt say the words again

to show my love for him

the last time i had told him

how much he meant to me

he put my hands away from him

and said to leave him be

i never spoke the words again

for fear of his deep fright

i thought it was the last time

until that blissful night

his fingers traced around my face

pushing hair away

and i was quite unprepared

for what he was to say

my heart beat quickly, my head raced on

i thought that i might cry

he looked as if he might faint-

imagine this strong guy

but never would i be more impressed

with anything he'd do

than when he took that heartfelt leap

and told me, "I LOVE YOU"