Shane's Vows to Tommy.

Tommy,

Going on almost 12 years ago, you asked to try my suspenders on at a bar after knowing each other for 45 minutes and then asked if I wanted to go and watch The Little Mermaid. If that wasn’t a clear clue, Tommy, quiet and simple, you are my forever person.

In the years following, you have made me laugh, you have made me think, you have supported my crazy dreams, and you have understood my pains. We have grown together, both as individuals and as a couple.

From this day forward, I vow that you will never face this world alone. We will continue to face whatever challenges or adventures we encounter – together. I will hold your hand through this life, and I promise to never let go.

I vow always to appreciate you and to never let a day go by where I’m not reminded of how lucky I am that we have each other.

I vow to cherish everyday moments that we’ll remember, love, and laugh about for years to come, like obsessing over what our holiday card and sparkle envelope will be every year, our spontaneous wig parties, and, of course, the late-night Dolly Parton dance sessions.

I vow to learn from you – even if I have difficulty accepting that I’m wrong (which I rarely am  ). I will hold myself accountable for my faults, and I will always strive for compromise. I vow to inspire and challenge you, and I will always be right by your side.

I vow to love and support the man you are today and the person you hope to become... and to love every part of you... just like you have supported and loved every part of me all these years. I vow never to forget that this is a once-in-a-lifetime love, and I will choose you every day for all the days of my life.

I love you, Tommy.