I'm afraid to speak
Those three simple, short words
That will tell you how I feel.

I'm afraid to think
Those three small, insignificant significant words
That will acknowledge my true feelings.

I'm afraid for what they will mean.
They will make me vulnerable, susceptible to your choice
Your feelings unknown to me.

I'm afraid that you will not repeat
Those three affectionate, tender words
That speak of how much you care.

All I want
Is to hear you say
*I love you