When I was then.....
folding hearts from bus tickets, with name written. putting chocolates in a locker.
attempts at poetry. waking up early to just to accompany her on the walk to school. sweets in a bottle.
ah. puppy love.

then i progressed to......
you know what is interesting to note? we think that age comes with depth. the feelings felt are on a higher level than before. you love someone deeper at 18 than at 15 because you matured emotionally, not because you really love the person more.
your writings get more intense because you have an expanded vocabulary and increased writing flair, not because passion spurs you to write flawlessly.
not to mention that a criteria for being a teenager is that you tend to get caught up in a situation very easily.

and now....
cheesy dedication days are gone. there isnt a need for daily declarations of love because experience has told me it is best you tread carefully and not be swept up in the swirling vortex of emotions we equate to as love.
because with age, comes responsibilties. it isnt a teenager or high school relationship where being in a relationship is just part of growth.
it's at a point where you have to consider your consequences.

it's safe to say that emotions are deeper, not only because of age but also experiences you came through over time, which taught valuable lessons to aid your current state of mind.

practicality takes priority. but yes, sweetness is important too. i'll remember that.

but for now,
take me for the person i am and the things i do now,
instead of the person i was and the things i did then.