“When he shields your eyes from the morning sun.”
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Updated 7 years ago,February 21, 2018
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When he shields your eyes from the morning sun.
Pablo Heimplatz
We were on the couch and I fell asleep.
Always thought that was a sweet gesture.
brttsky
2.
Pablo Heimplatz
When he pulls the covers over you and kisses your cheek when he thinks youre asleep.
When he pulls the covers over you and kisses your cheek when he thinks youre asleep.
jurassicfarts798
3.
When he buys you peanut M&Ms.
He makes small kind gestures.
Like buying you peanut M&Ms.
Medusas_nudes
4.
When he makes you coffee even though he doesnt drink coffee.
My boyfriend bought a coffee maker for when I stayed over.
He doesnt drink coffee.
One morning I was leaving and he came running outside to give me a hot cup for my drive.
Yep, hes pretty great.
VikingPug
5.
When you’re free to cry in front of each other.
He can cry in front of you and you might cry in front of him.
sad_throwawaaaaaaay
6.
When he cooks dinner for you every day, even though you didnt ask him to.
lina_bo
7.
When he does something nice for you and doesnt expect something nice/booty in return.
Does something nice for you and doesnt expect something nice/booty in return.
Felix_Kitty
8.
When you’re able to argue with him and still get along.
When you have a big argument, but it doesnt affect the things you normally do for each other.
InfringeOrange
9.
When it’s possible for you to argue with him and then feel closer than ever.
That, and 20 second hugs every morning.
WatchOutItsAFeminist
10.
When he helps you bury your dog.
We were about a year into our relationship when my dog passed away.
We got to my parents house, it was raining and miserable.
At one point my dad said something along the lines of you didnt sign up for this did you?
And he responded with, I signed up for anything in her life.
Both I and my parents knew he was a keeper that day.
Its been six years and happily going strong.
Narcoleptic Unicorn
11.
When he would rather be honest with you and risk upsetting you than lie to you.
Its easy to keep someone happy with lies.
Eshlau
12.
When you might feel how much he cares and hurts to see you hurt.
When you are going through something rough and he listens and comforts you without judgment.
When you’ve got the option to feel how much he cares and hurts to see you hurt.
Missteeze
13.
When he is your friend as well as your partner.
Earlyecho
14.
When he brings you breakfast in bed just because.
He does things just because, without an ulterior motive.
And he said No occasion.
I knew he was a keeper.
Glad I kept him.
;)
Ligamentary
15.
When hes kind to animals.
But my SO never got upset or impatient with them.
Its okay, lets clean it up… here you go buddy, have some food…
I knew after witnessing that, that he was a total keeper.
Cealdi
16.
When it’s possible for you to be politely frank about his shortcomings without him having a meltdown.
EddieEmicates
17.
When hes honest even when its hard to be or he knows I wont like it.
For me, hes honest even when its hard to be or he knows I wont like it.
I respect nothing more than honesty.
OptimumKitten
18.
When he faces lifes toughest challenges with dignity.
Hes the bravest guy I know and has a heart of gold.
:)
ItsMikasaa
19.
When he listens to what you say and remembers it.
I think it is in the tiny details.
For example, the guy I am seeing now listens to what I say and remembers it.
When I met him I told him I dont like Thing 1, and he remembers it still.
It is also in the way he shows he respects you.
And if he is interested in your interests, that is also a sure sign.
irmari01
20.
When he isnt afraid to be vulnerable around you.
poopscentedcandles
21.
When he makes sure you have a pillow even after youve had an argument.
hennessyybrown
22.
When he takes care of you when youre sick.
I remember when we first got together, I got a really bad kidney infection.
I was in so much pain it was unreal.
He took me to the ER and waited with me for hours.
I dunno, no one has ever done that for me.
mintoreoes
23.
When hes genuinely patient.
I grew up in a loud, hectic and often violent home.
He never takes it personally like I see a lot of people do.
Susim-the-Housecat
24.
When he believe you might do it, even if your parents dont.
My parents are lovely people but have never really believed in me.
I overheard him say, politely but firmly, if anyone can do it, she can.
He wasnt trying to insult them, he was just stating his belief in me.
It shocked the both of them into silence.
I dont think Id ever experienced that kind of loyalty before in my life.
14 years of marriage later and he still loves me more loyally and fiercely than anything Ive ever known.
I didnt know how much Id missed it until I met him.
CocoaMotive
25.
When he learns from his mistakes.
When you talk to them about something that bothers you and they actually never do that thing again.
yourhatishorrible
26.
When hes gentle with you, always, no matter what mood hes in.
When hes gentle with you, always, no matter what mood hes in.
When hes patient enough to reassure you again and again that hes not going anywhere.
Definitely a keeper :)
reireirein
27.
When actually listens to you and remembers what you say.
He actually listens to you and remembers what you say.
Also, generosity is a must.
polkdadottulip
28.
When you two can just sit and play a new videogame together and just enjoy it.
When you two can just sit and play a new videogame together and just enjoy it.
Other than is him having a clear view of what he wants in the future.
ZedasiriaDeRazz
29.
When he stands by you no matter how hard or difficult life gets.
When he stands by you no matter how hard or difficult life gets.
That is when I realized how thankful I was to have him in my life!
But you sometimes gotta put your guard down and trust.
You never know what you might have missed out on.
lorentedford
30.
When he loves spoiling you.
Oh gosh where do I begin with my boyfriend?
He always puts me first.
Four years in and he still does all of it.
When Im sad he plays with my hair and cuddles me.
I get little messages throughout the day reminding me of how pretty and talented I am.
Took care of his sick father for years while in high school despite making perfect grades and playing football.
Never once pressured me or made me feel awkward, just a oh of course!
and kiss on the forehead.
RBSchaf
31.
When he accepts the less appealing parts of you.
Accepting the less appealing parts of you.
He gave me very powerful answers.
And then I gave him mine.
Id gotten herpes from an unfaithful partner the year prior.
I tried to kill myself while in the most excruciating emotional and physical pain.
It was more awful and violent than anything Ive ever felt.
But my roommate saved me.
She took me to the hospital and proceeded to take care of me in the following weeks.
She was the best thing that ever happened to me.
He asked what the chances were of him getting it, and if I was okay.
Now here we are, almost 2 years later.
We have a house and a dog and a beautiful life together.
He has handled every challenged weve faced like a fucking champ.
Grilledcheese929
32.
When he holds and soothes you when youre crying.
I realized the first time I stayed over at his.
I had a really bad nightmare and burst into tears in my sleep.
He gently woke me up and I could not stop crying.
I feel so safe when I wake up next to him.
bags1980
33.
When hes willing to apologize and admit fault.
Being willing toapologizeand admit fault.
mallorymay16
34.
When hes genuinely happy for you when something good happens to you.
Rather than just giving you generic gifts, his gifts show that hes been paying attention toyou.
Things you like, or have been talking about, or wanting to do, etc.
He speaks up when he feels that something is wrong, instead of waiting for a big blow-up.
And hes able to discuss the issue(s) at hand like a civilized adult.
He knows that you give him your time/affection/sex/etc.
because you want to; he knows you dontowehim any of that.
He doesnt get all huffy or whatever if youre not in the mood.
He knows that you have gross or unsexy bodily functions, and hes OK with that.
He might not be turned on by it, but he accepts it as a fact of life.
He doesnt care how many people you have (or havent) slept with in the past.
His goals, hopes, and dreams for the future align with yours.
And he supports your aspirations and goals.
Hes genuinely happy for you when something good happens to you.
Hes learned to adult; hes not looking for a mommy or a meal-ticket.
He takes care of what he needs to take care of.
He apologizes sincerely when an apology is called for, and takes responsibility for his actions.
He doesnt invalidate or dismiss your feelings.
He does nice things without expecting anything in return.
He likes at least some of the same things you do.
Hes up for learning new things.
you might tell himanything.
He loves and accepts you for who you are, just as you are, right here and now.
He doesnt give a shot to change you, or fix you, or improve you.
And hes OK with that.
He doesnt feel he has to snoop through your social media/emails/phone/etc.
