I don't believe I'm particularly unique in my ability to love those who are outside of myself. I actually believe that loving intensely is the norm for a lot of people. I am one of those people. I love deeply. If I love you, you will never wonder about it. Loving someone is actually a normal thing to do. Most people want to love and be loved. Most of us want to be treated, valued, and honored with respect. In American society, the romance/wedding industry is a huge business in which the majority of American girls are cultured and conditioned to aspire to be in love and married one day. Oftentimes, without the guidance and maturity needed to deal with the nuances of relationships, many mistakes are inevitable and bound to happen. In learning what love is over the years of my life, a main component has been for me to understand what love is and what it is not. Love is a beautiful thing. I believe in love. These are my experiences with the men I have loved. These are my love stories that have shaped my adult life.