"Does Love Have a Reality?"

I believe very strongly that love has a reality. It is the very essence of reality. The capacity to love is obtainable to every human being, and it is a vital thing because it lies deeply at the core of basic human need. Have you ever held a newborn child in your arms, or felt the touch of your loved one's hand in yours? Then you know that love has a reality. Pleasure, joy, hope, …

…For these individuals, perhaps love does not possess a reality. They may be afraid of the responsibility that comes with commitment, or perhaps they simply never met the person that they wished to commit to. I believe, however that being able to connect deeply with others is necessary for personal happiness. Love is simply one of God's greatest gifts, and a basic and essential part of life itself. Therefore, it very much has a reality.