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I cringe at the word "romantic."



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It seems to mean cheesy, cliche, grossly sappy. Maybe I'm just a cynic. I have been married a long time and I love my husband, but I'm not into "romance" in the popular sense.

by H2point0 in Six-Word Memoirs on Love & Heartbreak on Nov 18, 2012 | add favorite | T-shirt

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Dragonflower says,

I understand completely. Me too, Valentine's gives me the willies and I refuse to go out then. I've always felt that if you treat someone kindly and lovingly daily, then the big expression isn't necessary (and can seem a little sappy). I do like little, unexpected surprises though. Like bringing me home a donut.

Off topic slightly, but the word "slather" is one I physically cringe at and even mark out when its used in beauty magazines. Don't know how a benign word can cause such a stir.

H2point0 says,

I do love little surprises. Olives.

H2point0 says,

Also, sometimes big: electronics, rare books.

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