| 1/8/2008 9:17:25 AM | What is Love ? | | 
jbutton3099
Mitchell, SD
age: 31
| What is love? It is one of the most difficult questions for the mankind. Centuries have passed by, relationships have bloomed and so has love. But no one can give the proper definition of love. To some “Love is friendship set on fire” for others “Maybe love is like luck. You have to go all the way to find it”. No matter how you define it or feel it, love is the eternal truth in the history of mankind.
Love is patient, love is kind. It has no envy, nor it boasts itself and it is never proud. It rejoices over the evil and is the truth seeker. Love protects; preserves and hopes for the positive aspect of life. Always stand steadfast in love, not fall into it. It is like the dream of your matter of affection coming true.
Love can occur between two or more individuals. It bonds them and connects them in a unified link of trust, intimacy and interdependence. It enhances the relationship and comforts the soul. Love should be experienced and not just felt. The depth of love can not be measured. Look at the relationship between a mother and a child. The mother loves the child unconditionally and it can not be measured at all. A different dimension can be attained between any relationships with the magic of love. Love can be created. You just need to focus on the goodness of the other person. If this can be done easily, then you can also love easily. And remember we all have some positive aspect in us, no matter how bad our deeds maybe. And as God said “Love all”
Psychology portrays love as a cognitive phenomenon with a social cause. It is said to have three components in the book of psychology: Intimacy, Commitment, and Passion. Also, in an ancient proverb love is defined as a high form of tolerance. And this view has been accepted and advocated by both philosophers and scholars. Love also includes compatibility. But it is more of journey to the unknown when the concept of compatibility comes into picture. Maybe the person whom we see in front of us, may be least compatible than the person who is miles away. We might talk to each other and portray that we love each other, but practically we do not end up into any relationship. Also in compatibility, the key is to think about the long term successful relationship, not a short journey. We need to understand each other and must always remember that no body is perfect.
Be together, share your joy and sorrow, understand each other, provide space to each other, but always be there for each others need. And surely love will blossom to strengthen your relationship with your matter of affection.  
| | 1/8/2008 9:22:25 AM | What is Love ? | | sunshinewm
Cleveland, TN
age: 44
| Wow..........simply beautiful!!!!!!!!!!!!!
| | 1/8/2008 10:15:28 AM | What is Love ? | | wiener67
Balsam Lake, WI
age: 41
| Maybe this could be the beginning!?!
What do ya think about that Romie??
| | 1/8/2008 10:21:52 AM | What is Love ? | | anniebrown57
Warrington, PA
age: 51
| I posted this before but just felt it fit in here too
WOW -READ THIS ONE ...brought a tear to my eye
>
>
> The person who did this was Jack Benny....
>
> You have to read this it is absolutely beautiful......
>
> Each year he sent her roses,
> and the note would always say,
> I love you even more this year,
> than last year on this day.
> My love for you will always grow,
> with every passing year.'
>
> She knew this was the last time
> that the roses would appear.
> She thought, he ordered roses
> in advance before this day.
> Her loving husband did not know,
> that he would pass away.
>
>
> He always liked to do things early,
> way before the time.
> Then, if he got too busy,
> everything would work out fine.
> She trimmed the stems and
> placed them in a very special vase.
>
>
> Then, sat the vase beside
> the portrait of his smiling face.
> She would sit for hours,
> In her husband's favorite chair.
> While staring at his picture,
> and the roses sitting there.
>
>
> A year went by, and it was
> to live without her mate.
> With loneliness and solitude,
> that had become her fate.
>
>
> Then, the very hour,
> The doorbell rang, and there
> were roses sitting by her door.
>
>
> She brought the roses in,
> and then just looked at them in shock.
> Then, went to get the telephone,
> to call the florist shop.
>
>
> The owner answered, and she asked him,
> if he would explain, Why would someone would
> do this to her, causing her such pain?
>
>
> 'I know your husband passed away,
> more than a year ago,'
> The owner said,
> 'I knew you'd call, and you would want to know.
>
>
> The flowers you received today,
> were paid for in advance.
> Your husband always planned ahead,
> he left nothing to chance.
>
>
> There is a standing order,
> that I have on file down here,
> And he has paid, well in advance,
> you'll get them every year.
>
>
> There also is another thing,
> that I think you should know,
> He wrote a special little card...he did this years
> ago. Then, should ever I find out that he's no longer here,
> that's the card that should be sent to you the following year.'
>
>
> She thanked him and hung up the phone, her tears now flowing hard.
> Her fingers shaking,
> as she slowly reached to get the card.
>
>
> Inside the card, she saw that he
> had written her a note.
> Then, as she stared in total silence,
>
>
> this is what he wrote...
>
>
> 'Hello my love, I know it's been a year
> since I've been gone.
> I hope it hasn't been too hard for you to
> overcome.
> I know it must be lonely,
> and the pain is very real.
> Or if it was the other way,
> I know how I would feel.
>
>
> The love we shared made everything
> so beautiful in life.
> I loved you more than words can say,
> you were the perfect wife.
> You were my friend and lover,
> you fulfilled my every need.
> I know it's only been a year,
> but please try not to grieve.
> I want you to be happy,
> even when you shed your tears.
>
>
> That is why the roses will be sent to you for years.
> When you get these roses,
> think of all the happiness that we had together,
> and how both of us were blessed.
>
>
> I have always loved you and
> I know I always will.
> But, my love, you must go on,
> you have some living still.
>
>
> Please...try to find happiness,
> while living out your days.
> I know it is not easy,
> but I hope you find some ways.
>
>
> The roses will come every year,
> and they will only stop,
> When your door's not answered,
> when the florist stops to knock.
>
>
> He will come five times that day,
> in case you have gone out.
> But after his last visit,
> he will know without a doubt!
> To take the roses to the place,
> where I've instructed him
> and place the roses where we are,
> together once again.
>
>
> Sometimes in life, you find a special friend;
> Someone who changes your life just by being part of it.
> Someone who makes you laugh until you can't stop;
> Someone who makes you believe that there really is good in the world.
>
>
> Someone who convinces you that there really is an unlocked door just waiting
> for you to open it.
| | 1/8/2008 10:46:22 AM | What is Love ? | | sweetromie2
Sunderland, MA
age: 46
| Think you took the words right out of my mouth wiener67
| | 1/8/2008 11:24:34 AM | What is Love ? | | 
italianlady05
Omaha, NE
age: 53
| ok, damnit...now you all have me crying!!!
I want a love like that!!!
Very potent posts...thanks for sharing!
| | 1/8/2008 11:30:34 AM | What is Love ? | | 
tomfreebird
Brownsboro, AL
age: 55
| and not only what is Love but why do we need so much, just to feel alive
could Love be the true life force
[Edited 1/8/2008 11:33:55 AM]
| | 1/8/2008 5:19:38 PM | What is Love ? | | buffmale63
Brooklyn, MD
age: 45
| is what im looking for is it out there please
| | 1/9/2008 8:50:10 AM | What is Love ? | | 
sinfulcharming
Fort Wayne, IN
age: 41
| Love is not a necessity, but it is life’s greatest gift and luxury.
Love is caring, kind, and patient.
Love does not expect anything but love in return.
Love knows when to put pride to the side,
Because the greatest thing one can be proud of
Is a love that is shared.
Love is or should be unconditional.
Love is giving and selfless.
Love is therefore unselfish.
Love is not arrogant, or does not insist in its own way,
It is a celebration of what is right.
True love never ends.
For the unperfected will pass upon
The coming of that which is perfect,
And Perfect love never ends.
Love is undying devotion (yes that too).
Love is not resentful and does not rejoice in wrong, but celebrates the right
Love is the desire to be intimate...physically and emotionally.
Love endures all, hopes all, bears all.
Love is believing, sharing, dreaming.
Love is Honesty.
Love is friendship, companionship, and more.
Love is completion.
Forgiving.
Understanding and inspiring.
Love is the attainment of life's greatest inspiration.
Love is supporting, but not overbearing.
Love is the free and complete expression of oneself to/for another.
Love is being open to an other's expression...
True friends, companion, lover, and mother (or father).
Love is faithful and loyal.
Love is the one thing in life (true love is), that man (as a whole race) longs for and strives for, and in many cases, more than anything else it can be the hardest to find.
Love can be strong, yet so fragile.
There are those out there who have not been lucky enough to find it...some never will. (Not all, but some)
In addition, what one would call true love...love in its best, purest, truest sense is even rarer and harder to find.
Not that no one ever does;
Many probably do.
It is still the hardest thing that mankind strives to obtain.
The dream of finding and marrying for true love exists and
Concludes by everything falling into place.
~Sin
| | 1/9/2008 8:59:40 AM | What is Love ? | | 
cats43injax
Jacksonville, FL
age: 44
| Wow. Great posts. Annie, your's left me crying! I remember what that was like. When he died, my world took such a hit, I really wondered if I would ever have the courage to seek that kind of love again. Really good thread.
| | 1/9/2008 10:00:34 AM | What is Love ? | | mmmbaby75
Aurora, CO
age: 33
| Non-exsistent.
| | 1/9/2008 6:58:08 PM | What is Love ? | | buffmale63
Brooklyn, MD
age: 45
| whew some one needs a hug
| | 1/9/2008 7:18:30 PM | What is Love ? | | momdivorced
Lebanon, TN
age: 33
| LOVE is to be completely fulfilled and understood by your mate. LOVE is to be wild and completely obsorbed by that special someone.
LOVE....A FOUR LETTER WORD THAT IS ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO DESCRIBE....IT LOOKS AS IF WE ARE ALL IN SEARCH FOR WHAT LOVE REALLY IS. ITS AMAZING HOW YOUR PERSPECTIVE OF LOVE CHANGES YEAR AFTER YEAR.
| | 1/10/2008 6:10:38 AM | What is Love ? | | 
stilwater4u
Riverview, FL
age: 58
| Thank you annie ,truer words were neve spoken ,a tear came to my ye as I read as my wife pased away whom I loved with all my heart .I thank you from my heart .I came on this post to tell what love ment to me but you have said it al.Marty
| | 1/11/2008 10:44:48 AM | What is Love ? | | 
prxf
Pittsburgh, PA
age: 51
| It's been a while since I've actually been in love and I miss it, having a woman to care for and who cares for me, the emotional support that each provides the other with and just being there for each other. Like that song from the group 'Foreigner' "I want to know what love is". The above posts pretty much answered it. I miss it.
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