The Long Road

Being with you makes me feel loved and wanted.
Two things I have only on rare occasion felt assured of.
Fear grips at my heart as I walk
Tremulously down this new road of
Letting someone get so close to me.
I expect my travels will be long
And often frustrating for us both.
But be patient and wait for me.
Once I reach its end, my arms will embrace you
More warmly than they ever have embraced anyone before you.
I promise you it will be worth the wait.