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Years ago, I made a pledge, to never let my guard down.  

To live as if I'm always ahead, a skeptic to kindness and the likes.

Years ago, I made a pledge, to never jump if he's not there, 

To wait for him in a lost street, with nothing but my weary hands - 

Tired of grabbing my past, denying help, succumbing to fire. 

Years ago, I made a pledge, to never force anyone to stay,

To never give too much, to never fight alone!

So much time is gone, I need not any promises anymore. 

My weak knees finally got stronger.  

My tainted eyes finally see clearer,

And my heart - now ready to surrender. 

I see the mountains ahead, the strong rivers at the west,

The burning stare of the sun - 

And the deafening dance with the moon. 

But, I see you and you see me - 

I feel you in every air I breathe. 

I need you, and I choose you... 

I'm finally ready to say, "I Love You."