Does Love Exist

A friend on Facebook posed the question: "Does love exist?"

Such a good question. I want to say yes. I know the love between my son and I is real, as is the love between my family and I and with my friends. But as far as romantic love goes, does it exist?

As 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 [NIV] states, "Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres."

..that says it all. I think it is extremely difficult to find that in a romantic relationship. There always seems to be mistrust, impatience, and recording of wrongdoings. And most of the time little lies are told when you know the other person will be upset by something, however small, you've done. This is common in almost every relationship, as far as the ones I've been in.

I think if both parties are willing to follow that mantra, the one that the Bible clearly states, then you can have love. But when does that happen, really?

I'm still searching for the person who is completely trustworthy. I'm still searching for the one who makes me be a better person for myself as well as them. I truly believe love exists, but I don't know that I've ever felt true, honest, trustworthy love. I hope it's out there.

Thoughts?

Sincerely,
The Girl Upstairs