Spec. C.L.S,

I’m writing this because you are currently laying in a bed across the country from me, and I haven’t found the words to tell you how I feel. Three years ago, we met via an add on Craigslist, we went on our first date to Castles and Coasters, and even though I chickened out, we remained friends. Every date and guy since, I’ve thought about you.

Last year, you were deployed for nine months in Afghanistan, and we talked every day. Then you came home, and everything I had been denying came out. This past summer we both finally admitted to one another how much we cared for each other, and then this Christmas we made it official. Even though I’ve been wanting and waiting for this for three years, I never realized how much this would mean.

The other day you mentioned moving home, sooner then we thought you would, and suddenly I realized just how much I love you. There is not one ounce of my being that doesn’t care truly and deeply for you; the simple sound of your voice calms me and I cannot help but smile when I see your picture. I was raised with the idea that you should never need someone in your life but instead want them in your life, and I truly believed in that philosophy, until now. I know I need you here with me, and I know I have you here with me. I never thought at 22  I would be so happy to fall in love with someone I can truly see myself marrying. I love you, and I thank you for being my best friend. Thank you for showing me just what I deserve and what love is truly capable of. You are an amazing man, I cant wait till you come home.

Love you always,
S.Renee, age 22