All around us the world is proclaiming what love looks like. Love is getting what you want. Love is fancy restaurants, bouquets of roses, and diamond rings. But nobody stops to see what love IS. Love is patiently waiting for the person who is running late. Love is smiling and saying "it's not a big deal" (and meaning it) when a favorite dress is shrunk in the wash. Love is communicating how feelings were hurt or how important something is. Love is the random hugs or shoulder squeezes just because someone cares. Love is an action, not an item. When we truly love someone we realise that, that person sometimes loses track of time, or gets stuck in traffic, or can't find the perfect outfit because they want to look spectacular for you. We realise that they aren't perfect and make mistakes. They were simply trying to help out. You remember times that very person has forgiven you for messing up. We also realise that sharing our thoughts, concerns, and dreams is important because it means we care. We are willing to compromise to keep the relationship healthy. While there is nothing wrong with fancy restaurants, bouquets of roses, or nice gifts, they aren't what defines love. Love is defined by your actions.
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