@shroomyourmom I'm so sorry but I am the absolute wrong person to ask that question to
but allow me to attempt
To me, the lines between love and friendship are still sort of blurred, i'm not personally seeking romance in my life yet, but either way, in terms of affection, love to me is the loyalty I show those I hold closest, the way I am always there to help them with whatever troubles them, and always willing to lend an ear if someone needs to vent. So in effect, I would say it's commitment and will to provide, in my view, tho I also value those who can give opinions and views on subjects in ways I may never have seen otherwise, and set me back on track when I start to stray. In the end, love is, I think, up to the person experiencing it to decide and define. All we can do is offer our own experiences-or lack thereof in my case-and compare notes, so to speak.
Hope at least a little of this helps :)
