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What Is Love?


Patient

You will wait for them.

Kind

You only act pleasantly with them.

Pleased

You are glad that you have them and that you get to watch the good things they do.

Humble

You don't parade yourself in front of them.

Respectful

You respect all their wishes just because they desire it.

Helpful

You assist them with anything and everything they need.

Unselfish

You put their needs above yours.

Calm

You don't lose your temper with them.

Forgiving

You forgive all the mistakes they have made, without holding a grudge.

Truthful

You tell them what they need to hear, even though it might hurt.

Protective

You would fight for them, and watch over them, and even lose your life for them if it came to that.

Trusting

You would trust them, even if many other signs pointed against them.

Trustworthy

They can count on you for anything and everything.

Hopeful

You will always hope for the best for them, no matter the situation.

Persistent

You won't give up on them.

Unceasing

Your feelings for them will never end.

Everlasting

No matter how much time goes by, your love for them will never fade.

Unconditional

There is nothing in the universe that could stop this love.

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