I promise

I remember, now,
what I missed before,
what I could not have
anymore.

I smile at her
and hold her tight;
I hold on to her
with all my might.

I love the way
she looks at me.
It reminds me of
how I should be.

The way she smiles
when I come near
makes me feel like
I've nothing to fear.

All seems right
when I am in her arms.
I feel like
I'm not reached by harm.

I always want
to see her smile,
and be here for her
all the while.

She means so much,
a diamond in the rough.
I turn to her
when I have had enough.

She is so beautiful,
like a rare jewel.
To leave her again,
I would be a fool.

I made you a promise,
to this I will stay true.
No matter what,
I will be here for you.