Love is listening to the same story
because they forgot they already told it to you
but you don't care
because you love the way their eyes shine
when telling it.

love is bonding with their sibling
over anything you can manage
because family is important
and so are they.

love is watching them play the same games
and listening to the same explanations
about the game
because you love how excited and focused they get.

love is sitting with nothing to do
while they play
because cuddling and cracking a horrible joke
is more than enough.

love isn't not eating what they don't like.
love is getting them food they love
even if you hate the food itself.

love is making a pouty face
if only to make them smile.

love is witty banter
met with an understanding heart.

love is awkward explanations
that are met with sympathy and/or laughter.

love is picking up right where you left off.

love is taking the dive
off the cliff
only to find that you're flying.

love is trusting the other person,
no matter what situation or circumstance.

love is waiting patiently
and only rushing if necessary or if it plays into a joke.

love is laughter
love is resolving any problem through teamwork and a lack of doubt.

love is a learning experience
that lasts a lifetime.

love is
or it isn't.

and finally
love is.