I promise...

Sean, I promise to be faithful to you
In body, in mind, and in spirit
As long as we live.
I never imagined I would find a companion
As wonderful as you,
Much less that such a marvelous person
Would return my love
I will work hard to keep my love strong.
I will strive to remain your friend and confidant.
I will give you the space you need,
And encourage your individuality.
I promise to remember that neither of us is perfect,
So that I will be more understanding when we disagree.
I will respect your opinion, even when it differs from my own.
I will say, “I’m sorry” when I disappoint you.
I will remember to say, “Thank you” for the love and kindness you show me.
I will not let you forget that I love you.
I promise to love you with my actions, as well as with my words.
I will marvel at your beauty.
I will hold you in affectionate embraces.
I promise to do everything I can to protect you from harm.
I will never stop praying for you, or for us.
I will laugh with you and cry with you.
I will grow old with you.
I, Jeffrey, promise you, Sean, that I will be your partner for life.