Imagine: in childhood, it seemed that love was always flowers, gifts and endless compliments. Then - the first serious disappointments, when you understand that sometimes love is patience and understanding. And, of course, faith in God always helps to see in this something more than just human mistakes. The Bible is also not about ideal couples, but about forgiveness, support and real feelings without embellishment.

I can say that with age you come to the idea - ideal love does not exist, but love with a capital TRUTH is quite possible. And this truth is not in bright words, but in quiet faith, in everyday actions that are not always romantic. This is when you pray together for something important and feel united, when there is support in difficult times, and not only when everything is good.

Often in youth you want big gestures and spectacular confessions, and over the years you understand - it is better when there is a person nearby who calmly holds your hand, even when there is chaos around. This is about the very love that is built on respect and trust, and not on the ideals created by Hollywood.

It is interesting how faith helps not to lose hope for a real relationship, because there is no room for illusions in it. With God you understand that love is work, and sometimes very difficult. It does not come like a flash of lightning, but grows gradually, like a seed sown with patience and care.

Just imagine if everyone was looking for this kind of love - not a fairy tale, but real, with faith, with an understanding of their own and others' weaknesses. How many people do you think would be able to find such happiness?

And you know, there is no boredom or monotony in this. On the contrary, over the years, you learn to appreciate every day what used to seem like trifles. For example, praying together or just a quiet evening without unnecessary words, when a glance is enough to understand each other.

I understand that everyone has their own path, and for someone this path is completely different, but for me, faith is not just words, but a light that helps to see the true meaning of love. Maybe it sounds a little old-fashioned, but isn't that the whole charm - to be able to remain true to your beliefs and at the same time not lose the smile on your face?

The question is: why do you think there are so many people in the world who are looking for an ideal, but so few who are ready to love with true faith and patience?

Masha