What I Love about Love

Happy Valentine's Day, loves! I always have conflicted feelings about this holiday because I am adamant that men should not wait until this one day of the year to make their women feel special. Yes, I know that's not always the case and I know that sometimes flowers and candy make you feel special. My point isn't to bash Valentine's Day, but instead embrace this holiday by talking about some of the things that I love about love in general.

And I will admit that my ideas of love may stem from the fact that I am an English major. After all, if we can't believe in love then what has propagated from our valiant efforts?

I love it when . . .

1. I see couples holding hands in public.
This is probably the sweetest gesture that shows you two are really committed to each other. It can also make you feel safe just to have that other person's hand in your hand.

2. Men put their jackets on their significant other.
This is a clear sign that says: "I care about you more than I care about myself." I'm not saying men should freeze to death nor should women expect them to, but it's still a kind gesture to see men who are willing to part with their jacket for a few feet in order to see the person they love warm and safe.

3. Women reach out for their loved ones.
It's so cute to see women reach out for their significant other's hand when they step out the car or when they reach for their boyfriend's arm when faced with a huge crowd. Some people may say that this shows signs of a dependent woman, but I think it shows that we don't want to be separated and we want you to understand that we trust your lead and support you.

I love . . .

1. Sappy romance movies

2. Old romantic novels filled with Byronic heroes

3. Music that expresses love and heart break

4. Cavalier poetry 

5. Old romantic tales such as Tristan and Isolde or Lancelot and Guinevere

6. Poems about beauty as written by the most tormented souls (Poe and Dickinson)

7. Tales of star-crossed lovers *hint, hint*

8. Stories of poor souls who try to get over their loved ones

9. Modern novels with love triangles

10. The human heart and all it encases