I found that as I flipped the days on the calendar, the worries I had about our relationship had began to diminish.

What mattered most was knowing that love was mine to give, without strings or expectations.

That he would love her no matter what she told him, and that he was the kind of man who loved her already and would love her forever.

When we first met, I didn't want to get involved with anyone. I didn't have the time or energy, and I wasn't sure that I was ready for it. But you were so good to me, and I got swept up in that. And little by little, I found myself falling in love with you.

I was in love, and the feeling was even more wonderful than I ever imagined it could be.

I've come to understand that arguing with [my wife] about it has never solved anything. So instead of denying it, I've learned to take her hands, look her in the eyes, and respond with those three magic words every woman wants to hear: "You're right, sweetheart.

It took strength to hold on to inner passion, and Noah had done that.