does not feel very familiar with the concept of love.

Yes, it is.

You have to take the bad with the good.

well, I've done my fair share of horrible things in and to this world. I'd be stupid to hold grudges against someone for making flaws

earlier in their life. especially if they have a chance to change. but you have to A. make sure they are willing to die to themselves and

make that change from who they were to who they can be. and B. you have to make sure that not only are they willing to give things a chance,

but yourself as well. and the major part of that, i find, starts with forgiveness.

if you aren't familiar with the whole concept of love, it's very confusing sometimes. be sure of your feelings and make sure they're true.

definitely.

can't be sure of the feelings. that's half the point

if automatically being able to forgive stupidity might be an indication that the feelings are there/developing

imo, that doesn't necessarily mean falling in love, though it could. It could also mean infatuation.

if that makes sense?

it could also be an indication of maturity on your part if you haven't had to forgive anyone lately?

i agree with idgie. it doesnt mean you're falling in love with them right off the bat. take the time to make sure the feelings are true.

if it IS love though, tell the person. I know a lot of people don't like to be kept in the dark about things like that.

it is definitely part of it, but not sufficient to call it love

does not have a clue how to tell if/when it is Love.

would not want to lie

i have this nasty habit of saying it too fast.

so recently i've just not said it. probably better for me. i want to make sure the feelings are true before i say words like that anymore

I love my friends and know it. It's just romantic love I don't get

no idea how to tell when it turns from one to the other

that can be difficult.