X years ago I could never have imagined I would be in this place. A place where I look into the eyes of my best friend and pledge to you my love.

You are the sweetest, most loving, caring and kind person I have ever known, and I have no doubt that you make me a better man/woman and father/mother.

You believe in me and have shown me how to love with unconditional acceptance and every day you reaffirm that you are my soul mate. Together we are an unbreakable pair, bound by our love.

I'm not sure that a lifetime is long enough for me to return all that you have given me but I promise to spend my days by your side. To inspire you, laugh with you, cherish you, confirm you, share your dreams and grow with you.

I believe in what we are and I will always love you with every beat of my heart.