Love Described by Children

“When my grandmother got arthritis, she couldn’t bend over and paint her toenails anymore. So my grandfather does it for her all the time, even when his hands got arthritis too. That’s love.”—Rebecca, age 8

“When someone loves you, the way they say your name is different. You just know that your name is safe in their mouth.”—Billy, age 4

“Love is when you go out to eat and give somebody most of your French Fries without making them give you any of theirs.”—Chrissie, age 6

“Love is what makes you smile when you’re tired.”—Terri, age 4

“Love is when my mommy makes coffee for my daddy and she takes a sip before giving it to him, to make sure the taste is OK.”—Danny, age 7

“If you want to learn to love better, you should start with a friend who you hate.”—Nikka, age 6

“Love is when you tell a guy you like his shirt, then he wears it everyday.”—Noelle, age 7

“Love is like a little old woman and a little old man who are still friends even after they know each other so well.”—Tommy, age 6

“My mommy loves me more than anybody. You don’t see anyone else kissing me to sleep at night.”—Clare, age 6

“Love is when Mommy gives Daddy the best piece of chicken.”—Elaine, age 5

“You really shouldn’t say ‘I love you’ unless you mean it. But if you mean it, you should say it a lot. People forget.”—Jessica, age 8