I will never lose sight of the power of love. Nor will I ever forsake the gift of expression. That’s why I get excited when it’s time to unveil another segment of Love Quotables. In each installment, I get to honor those who also believe in the sacredness of self-expression, and who prove as much by pouring their heart out through their words.

You asked me the other day what I wanted in a woman, and I didn’t have an answer at the time. But it wasn’t like I was completely out of touch with my feelings … I just wanted to take some time to really grapple with the idea of what my perfect woman would look like.

Fly Note: I wrote this piece last year shortly after Michael Jackson passed away. Today, I wanted to share it again for those who never read it. Even a year later, the profound lessons still apply. Rest in peace MJ.

I’ve thought long and hard about this, and have come to the following conclusion: I love you. To be perfectly honestly, I’ve loved you for quite some time now… there’s simply no other explanation for the way that I feel. When we started out, we both agreed to take it slow, fully knowing that a strong foundation was needed for us to have any legitimate shot at love. But with that foundation now secure, I can no longer deny what I know to be true…

I have found myself increasingly impressed with the way people express their fascination with love and relationships. In fact, I believe I enjoy it more than gravity finds pleasure in tugging at Bobby Brown’s bottom lip. Well, my feelings and his hanging lip aside, I think it’s time for me to release the third installment of Love Quotables—a collection of my favorite love-based quotes from around the world.

In search of a memorable way to say I love you? Well there’s no need to worry as I’ve got you covered. Twice a week, we’ll begin featuring creative ways to express to your significant other just how much you love them.