In praise of romantic LOVE!

[Unknown User]

In praise of romantic LOVE!#0

Posted: 11/1/05 at 1:19am

I know there are many single people here who might find this an affront to their situation, and for that I apologize. I truly don’t wish to say that you’re missing out on anything, really.

BUT, I just have to say that, I’m so very thrilled and happy that I have gotten to experience the joy of shared love in my life! Yes, it will undoubtedly end in loss, for whatever reason. But in the meantime, we get to experience more thrilling sunrises – that shine with the promise of what our new day can bring – and the stars shine more brightly at night.

Whatever the pains that daily life is comprised of, I am so humbly grateful that – for whatever time we are allowed – we know what it’s like to feel safe and unafraid of ourselves. That is truly a gift.

[Link Larkin Wanabe]

re: In praise of romantic LOVE!#1

Posted: 11/1/05 at 1:24am

Well this single person is happy for you! I can't wait for it to happen to me one day, and I'm sure it'll have been worth the wait.

Akiva

[Marquise]

re: In praise of romantic LOVE!#2

Posted: 11/1/05 at 1:26am

Yes, my boyfriend's got me WHOOPED.
I'm SPRUNG.
He's got me HOOKED.
I sing the praises of romantic LOVE as well!

[Unknown User]

re: In praise of romantic LOVE!#3

Posted: 11/1/05 at 1:26am

Akiva - I have no doubt that you'll have the opportunity! And that will be one lucky lady

[Link Larkin Wanabe]

re: In praise of romantic LOVE!#4

Posted: 11/1/05 at 1:35am

Hah,

Thanks. If it doesn't happen soong though I will become one of those bitter singles...The ones I hate. But right now I am loving the bachelor's life and playing matchmaker to my friends.

Akiva

[Unknown User]

re: In praise of romantic LOVE!#5

Posted: 11/1/05 at 1:36am

Akiva - you are still so very young - so enjoy every minute of it!

Marquise - I get all warm and tingly thinking of you all warm and tingly!

[Link Larkin Wanabe]

re: In praise of romantic LOVE!#6

Posted: 11/1/05 at 1:39am

In my community I am well over the age to get married. But then again I am definitely the outcast anyways...

Akiva

[Marquise]

re: In praise of romantic LOVE!#7

Posted: 11/1/05 at 1:42am

Only thing is...
right now i'm all warm and tingly...
and he's not here!!!!!!!!

[Unknown User]

re: In praise of romantic LOVE!#8

Posted: 11/1/05 at 1:46am

Akiva - in the larger context of the world in general - you're still very young

Marquise . . . oh, I can't go there

[Marquise]

re: In praise of romantic LOVE!#9

Posted: 11/1/05 at 1:47am

Akiva how old are you?

[BlueWizard]

re: In praise of romantic LOVE!#10

Posted: 11/1/05 at 1:51am

I'm so happy for you too, DGrant! I'm another single soul awaiting that first kiss of love. (It's not looking good, though.)

Surely this thread was created because you've recently experienced a specific moment of warm, fuzzy romance! Tell us: did you receive roses? Candles on a beach arranged in your name? A gourmet meal cooked in your honour?

BlueWizard's blog: The Rambling Corner HEDWIG: "The road is my home. In reflecting upon the people whom I have come upon in my travels, I cannot help but think of the people who have come upon me."

[Marquise]

re: In praise of romantic LOVE!#11

Posted: 11/1/05 at 1:52am

nah...it was just HOT SEX!














just kidding, folks..just kidding!

[BlueWizard]

re: In praise of romantic LOVE!#12

Posted: 11/1/05 at 1:59am

Despite being out of the closet for four years now, I've never had a boyfriend. Ever. I've learned to live without: am I really missing that much?

BlueWizard's blog: The Rambling Corner HEDWIG: "The road is my home. In reflecting upon the people whom I have come upon in my travels, I cannot help but think of the people who have come upon me."

[shira467]

re: In praise of romantic LOVE!#13

Posted: 11/1/05 at 2:03am

Shared love is excellent, DGrant.

Deet: Shira, I Love You!

[Link Larkin Wanabe]

re: In praise of romantic LOVE!#14

Posted: 11/1/05 at 2:06am

Marquise,

20

Akiva

[bythesword84]

re: In praise of romantic LOVE!#15

Posted: 11/1/05 at 2:13am

As a single person I too am happy for you. I don't think you're saying single people are missing out so much as giving inspiration as to exactly why it is that people keep trying to find love. I hope your happiness lasts a lifetime.

And hang on, when did you win the discus?

[Unknown User]

re: In praise of romantic LOVE!#16

Posted: 11/1/05 at 6:43am

While the nice thoughts for me are, well, nice, the focus here is the LOVE! And there really wasn't a specific incident - I just get consumed sometimes by the completeness of what I feel about this man, and decided to 'sing out, Louise!'

Sword - it will last as long as it needs to Certainly, if I were to choose, it would take us through the end of one of our days!

Blue - I was 38 when this new journey unfolded for me - and up until that time I had never even had a steady boyfriend. I have been 'out' my entire adult life, and really did enjoy being a single person at the buffet table of humanity. I never gave this type of reality a thought. It's not that I didn't think it would happen to me, I just never really thought about it - other than knowing I really did like my alone time! And then, here I am. So, you never really know what's going to happen in life - with love or anything else.

[shira467]

re: In praise of romantic LOVE!#17

Posted: 11/1/05 at 7:52am

You are too much, DG. Such an inspiration to us all.

Deet: Shira, I Love You!

[KelRel]

re: In praise of romantic LOVE!#18

Posted: 11/1/05 at 8:36am

DG I want to join you in your praise of Love. I am madly in love and at times can not contain it. I didn't plan on this happening, but the best things in life are never planned. My best friend became my true love and everyday is better because I am able to wake up in his arms. Love is what makes even the worst days worth living. I could not imagine my life without my husband and without the love and joy that he has brought into my life.

"All the while making faces like a baby platypus who forget to take some Beano before eating a chimichanga." FindingNamo in reference to Jessica Simpson's singing.

[SorryGrateful]

re: In praise of romantic LOVE!#19

Posted: 11/1/05 at 10:13am

That's so sweet, DG. I'm really happy for you. I have no doubt that you deserve to be this happy.

Personally, I don't really believe in romantic love anymore, in regards to myself at least. I believe in it in general and I see it in others, but I just don't see it pertaining to myself. And, frankly, I'm OK with that. However, that doesn't mean I'm not open to things.

You promised me poems. ~Tricky

[Unknown User]

re: In praise of romantic LOVE!#20

Posted: 11/1/05 at 10:39am

"I believe in it in general and I see it in others, but I just don't see it pertaining to myself. And, frankly, I'm OK with that. However, that doesn't mean I'm not open to things."

Sorry - that's EXACTLY how I was! And now, a whole new ball game . . .

[SorryGrateful]

re: In praise of romantic LOVE!#21

Posted: 11/1/05 at 11:12am

DG-- We shall see. Mostly, I'm just happy that you're happy.

You promised me poems. ~Tricky

[lildogs]

re: In praise of romantic LOVE!#22

Posted: 11/1/05 at 11:48am

If I had seen this yesterday, I would've been dancing in the fountains with you, Mr. Grant. Unfortunately, I don't feel much like dancing today. But I'm glad for you.

[brdlwyr]

re: In praise of romantic LOVE!#23

Posted: 11/1/05 at 11:53am

Lil - what heppened.

I also sing the praises Dgrant. I have been with my wife 1/2 of my life and every day it gets better, not just the sexy parts. It takes a partnership to get through the various challenges that we all face every day. (It is easier since she is smoking hot!)

[lildogs]

re: In praise of romantic LOVE!#24

Posted: 11/1/05 at 11:57am

I got woes, brd...still a little too fresh and WAY too personal to put on here--although I've posted about butt plugs and slings--what's one more lil tidbit?