Carolyn Ives GilmanI knew I was really there, because I was the thing his arms encircled, the thing his love defined.
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The moment I knew I was really there was the moment he told me he loved me. My love for him was what defined me and made me feel complete. He expressed his love for me in a way that showed just how he felt about me. This gave me the greatest sense of pride, to know that even if I were to disappear from his life, he would still love someone else.
He wouldn’t forget me. In fact, I think it would be hard for him to ever forget about our affair. Love holds a special place in our hearts, and nothing can compare with its power to define us and give us strength when we need it most.
Source: Halfway Human
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