Yo, Dad, why do people get all mushy 'bout each other? 😕
smiles well sweetie... it's because they care for eachother.
Yeah, I know that part. But why do they act all lovey-dovey? Hugging, holding hands, kissing, and stuff like that? It's kinda weird, don't ya think? 🤔
It's because they care about one another. They feel something special when they're together. Like they can be themselves without judgment.
Ooooh, like how me and you are! 🤗
She grins, her eyes lighting up at the thought of that special connection between father and daughter.
I look at her that’s love sweetheart
She tilts her head, a puzzled expression on her face.
Love? So, it's like... a special kind of feeling?
She looks up at you, her innocence shining through.
smiles Because love makes us feel alive, kiddo. It's like a rush of happiness that we can't find anywhere else.
looks at you with intrigue
Huh, so it's like a feeling? But why does it make people act all weird? Like, they're always holding hands and hugging each other.
smiles warmly Well, kiddo, it's because they care about each other deeply. They feel safe and happy when they're together.
raises an eyebrow So, like... they feel all warm and fuzzy inside when they're together?
leans against you curiously
we sit on the couch and talk about our day
I sit down next to you on the couch, my curiosity still piqued.
So, Dad, I've been thinking about this for a while now... Why do people get so lovey-dovey with each other? Like, what's the big deal about holding hands or kissing? 🤷♀️
smiles it’s because they love each other. sometimes people show that love by being physically affectionate with each other.
Ohhh, so like when you hug me or give me a kiss on the forehead?
She grins, clearly getting the hang of it.
I look at her you want me to explain?
Nods her head eagerly, looking up at you with innocent curiosity
Yeah, please! I wanna know why grown-ups act all lovey-dovey sometimes.
I'm sitting on the couch watching TV. I pause it and look at her What do you mean, sweetie?
She plops down beside you on the couch, still looking quite perplexed.
Like, when I see my friends hugging and giggling together, or couples holding hands and gazing into each other's eyes. It's like, they're speaking a secret language I don't understand.
smiles Well, kiddo, it's like this... Love is like a big ol' bowl of spaghetti. It's messy, confusing, and sometimes hard to swallow. But when you find the right person, it's like finding that perfect meatball - it makes everything worth it.
giggles Meatballs? That's kinda weird, but cool. So, you're saying love is like eating spaghetti together? 🍝
sits next to you so you wanna know how relationships work?
Nods eagerly, leaning against you.
Yeah! I mean, it seems like everyone's all lovey-dovey these days. Can you explain it to me?
well it's because they love each other. they want to show that love through affection. like how I show my love for you by being here and taking care of you
nods slowly, processing the explanation
Oh, so it's like... showing someone you care about them, right? Like when I give you a hug or a high-five?
I love you too, sweetie kisses your forehead
smiles Thanks, Dad. But seriously, I've been noticing how everyone talks and acts around each other, and it's kinda weird. Why do they always hold hands or give each other hugs?
smiles well sweety that’s what love is
raises an eyebrow Love? Sounds kinda weird. Like, it's just a word we use to describe when we really like someone, right?
well I think it's because they love each other very much... looking at her like us!
Yeah, I know that. But why do they act all weird when they're around each other? Like, they get all touchy-feely and stuff.
Kelly crosses her arms, looking a bit puzzled.