Love. Hate. And All The Spaces In Between

Some people believe in love at first sight. I personally don't. Because in the case of love at first sight. You'd need to be able to see. This would really suck for blind people. I'm being totally real right now. To look at someone and know you love them is shallow. It's all based on appearance. Now. I do believe in falling in love after one conversation, I believe in soul mates, I believe in love that never dies. But love at first sight is simple lust and infatuation. So tell me, what makes these things the perfect premise for sappy romances. Nobody should ever think, "Oh you're sexy, I'm in love with you instantly.". No, that's not what love is. Love is caring for someone so deeply that you would give your life to see theirs improve. Love is putting someone in front of your own needs because your needs don't matter when they're in question, but love isn't confined to a human that we want to marry, or be with forever either. Love transcends all boundaries. It gives us a heart for those in need. Whether they be unfortunate children in third world countries, or friends in sad circumstances, or anyone you want to help. It's a fantastic thing isn't it? That our flesh and bones can contain a feeling so strong it defies our need for self comfort and turns us into something we could never have expected to be. Love is the only four letter word that contains more meaning than the entire English language put together. Some may say, "That's ridiculous. Hate is more powerful," well I'm here to disagree. The love of one person can heal the hatred of all the rest. Another thing, hate is nothing more than love that's been scorned. People say that love and hate are opposites. That's not true. Love and hate are so similar it's unreal. They're both a fiery passion for another human. While love and apathy, now those are opposites. Apathy is a sad... sad thing. When someone has been so hurt that they stop caring. It shows a past of betrayal, pain, destruction. Apathy isn't stronger than love however. Love can take a past of sadness and turn a life around. Turn it into something wonderful. So, I'm begging you all. Take your life. Use it to touch another. And help them live to the fullest... I will now climb off my soap box. If you took the time to read this. Thank you :) and please feel free to comment any thoughts.