"I Do..."

       A certain choice of words can have meaning a similar wording doesn’t.  Not long ago in bed, side by side, holding hands, Connie said, “I do love you,” and I instantly responded, “I do love you too.”

       We had our emotional reasons for speaking this way, both experiencing recent help and support as well as the long-term relationship we have between us.

       The “do” adds something.   I recalled later “do” in the traditional marriage vows:  “Do you take this man/woman...” “I do.”  It asks for and asserts the firmness of intention.  In these latter days of marriage, “I do” confirms fruition of that early resolve.