marriage

you once told me that you are afraid of growing old.
you told me then that to grow old means to be alone, and it frightens you.
But I want you to grow old.
I want you to grow old with me.
I want to watch the wrinkles form on your face
and every strand of your hair turn white,
because to me you would be the most beautiful,
even when you are all wrinkled and gray.

You do not have to fear being alone,
because I shall be with you.
Grow old with me.
I promise to love you faithfully,
to care for you and to cherish you,
to provide you with support and everything that you need,
to respect and honor you.

All my days left to me,
I vow to spend them all loving you.