“Oh Luke, you are exactly what I have been searching for all my adult life do you know that? There’s absolutely no way I am ever going to let go of you, never! I don’t think either of us can be monogamous and that’s not what I am asking for but I do know that you’re the only person that I have ever loved or am ever likely to. You had better get used to the idea of having me in your life from now on.” He announced emphatically.
I could think of nothing to say in response but my actions spoke louder than words as I gave him a big long hug before drifting off to sleep.