Those three words are said too much, its not enough.

Listen in when people around you say goodbye on the phone, and more often than not, they say "love you" or "love ya" or some other version  of the phrase. Sure it could be to their husband, child, parent, etc. but it also tends to be to a friend (either girl or boy) or someone other than a family member.

In relationships, when you say that first "I love you" it can be really nerve-wracking... but is also considered a huge turning point in a relationship. I know that when I've said it it's been a scary emotional experience but that is intended to express the emotions that are running through my head. And, girls love to gossip about who said "I love you" first, how it was said, and do you feel the same way towards the guy. It seems as if the guy is always supposed to express it first.

I agree saying I love you can be a big deal and definitely has emotional baggage, but as of recent I've been pondering the thought of whether those three words are enough. After listening to friend's countless breakups and heartaches I can't help but wonder if those three words can oftentimes be used to stand in for genuine emotion and affection.

I'd rather spend time with a loved one and see how much they care about me (and show them how much I care for them) rather than just tell them "I love you." It is much easier to say a sentence than demonstrate true emotions which gets to the core of things.

And back to my issue with social media and texting.... if we are constantly saying "love ya" and "I love you" on wall posts, via text, and through other forms of social media, are we abusing those terms? Are we just throwing around the words that are supposed to demonstrate and replicate an emotion that should be one of the strongest?

I think we need to stop using the three word phrase so casually and show those who we love (whether its a SO, family member, etc) how much we love them before just blurting out words.

So, here's to showing those who you love how much you really love them, and hoping they can do the same in return!

love.love.love
M

post title stolen from : this great song