How long can I hide this feeling?

Have you ever had this feeling of wanting to tell a girl how you are fond of her? But, you are scared of rejection or afraid that her friends find out as well and in the end, everyone just gives you the cold shoulder?

I'm facing the problem now, and I am seriously lost. She's like someone that I've finally found, someone who I feel can talk to and have a lot of things in common. I'm just afraid that in the end, when I confess my feelings, I'll get rejected. I hate this feeling, and I've felt that many times already. I do hope to face this problem with courage.

My friend did tell me not to put my hopes too high, but I cant help it. I do hope that in the end, I'll be able to bring her home for a meal with my family. I really really cross my fingers and pray to God that she'll be the one. I feel she's the one. But, will she?