After months of uncertainty, I finally found the courage to have the conversation with him. I truly believe this is the first healthy relationship I’ve experienced. I let him know how much I appreciate everything he does for me, and that none of it has gone unnoticed.
Over the time we’ve spent together, I’ve come to understand that expressing emotions doesn’t come easily for him. I’m not sure he’ll ever say the exact words, “I love you,” but during our long, honest talk, I admitted that I love him. His response — “I do too” — was simple, but deeply meaningful.
It was such an intimate moment, one I’ll hold close to my heart. I don’t want to change the pace or shape of our relationship — only to keep growing closer as we continue walking through life together.