Love is something that can happen regardless of the circumstances of the situation. Love is a very powerful force that can bring two strangers together and create happiness and joy; However, in certain circumstances, love can be very dangerous. Whether you're a poor boy chasing a princess or your families are hated enemies of each other, it's possible for love to take root and blossom. It could also be the simple attraction to what we cannot have. Whatever the reason, this love has given rise to some wonderful and inspiring stories. It is the dream that love, although forbidden or seemingly impossible, is achievable at the cost of great sacrifice. Is authentic romantic love respectful? Patient? Kind? Devoted? Are there any sacrifices? It makes more sense to start with a clarification of terminology: what do we mean by "romantic love"? Romantic meaning pleasant feeling of excitement and mystery associated with love. The first meeting of Romeo and Juliet. If I desecrate with my most unworthy hand This holy shrine, the sweet fine is this: My lips, two blushing pilgrims, are ready to smooth this rough contact with a tender kiss. (Ivline 96-100). In a strange way, romantic love is the least understood part of the human mind. Mainly because we are so happy to believe that it is a completely different experience for everyone, to the point that it is impossible to express it clearly. Yes, psychology books talk a lot about the factors that influence the formation of a relationship, but they generally don't have much to say about romantic love as something distinct from platonic friendships, that is. that is, a strong type of non-sexual love, like the love of a friend. But maybe under the mystical glow of love...... middle of paper ......d? Maybe because death didn't do it. The death of Romeo and Juliet puts an end to the feud between the two families. And depending on what you believe, death may not be the end of love, it may just be the beginning. After all, the lovers brought peace to their homes and died in each other's arms. Love has conquered distance, hatred, fear and perhaps death. Works Cited “Forbidden Love Quotes.” Love Stories Love Story Love Quotes Love Poems Love Calculator. Np, and Web. April 28, 2011.Nick. “Love in four acts: what is romantic love?. » Nick Yee's home page. Np, and Web. April 28, 2011. “Romeo and Juliet: historical context” eNotes: Romeo and Juliet. Ed Pennysatons. Seattle: eNotes.com Inc, October 2002. eNotes.com. March 29, 2011 Mole, Shane. "Love conquers all: a common theme in the works of Shakespeare - by Shane Mole - Helium." Helium - Where knowledge reigns. Np.