Growing up I was told that hate is a strong word. Ok, a lot of people use the term loosely, but I'm talking about the real deal. I don't think I've ever hated anyone, although I'm not sure because I'm not sure what it feels like. What I know is that I've never acted spitefully or maliciously, temptations notwithstanding. I guess that could be a good thing. 

On the opposite end of the scale is love. Growing up, no one warned me against it, because maybe they thought it is something everyone wants. I'm not sure if I've ever loved someone, because I'm not sure what it feels like, either. Maybe love is just caring deeply for someone. Although I [i]have[/i] cared for people in my life, I can't honestly say that I've cared [i]deeply[/i] for anyone: the type of care that causes you real pain when you know another person is in pain or brings you true joy to know they are happy. I've heard about it but can't say I've felt it, not to what I assume to be the fullest extent. Maybe I'm not capable of it, or maybe I just haven't met someone who affects me like that. From what I hear about love, and the hurt it can cause, I guess that could be a good thing. Nah... I hear a lot of nice things about it, more good than bad. I want to know what it feels like.    

Ramble over.