[PrettyBoy]

Originally Posted by AGDee

I think "friend" doesn't accurately describe the importance of the person. There are hundreds of people I would introduce as a friend, but *that* person has a higher place. There should be a word that doesn't sound juvenile.

Right, that's why you have to do what works for you.

I just like the term "friend", because to me, a strong romantic relationship is built on a solid foundation of the mutual respect, appreciation, and camaraderie of friendship. When I find myself attracted to a woman, I make building a deeper friendship my first priority. For me, in the beginning, I just think it's important to focus on developing a closer friendship with a potential partner before introducing romance. I'm speaking of a romantic relationship where its values are shaped by Scripture and a God-centered view of romance. Your actions should "accurately describe the importance of the other person", not the word.

I respect your opinion, and I think the bottom line is to not allow our differences over words to distract us from what really matters in a healthy relationship."Friend" vs. "girlfriend"/"boyfriend" isn't really the point (I just don't like it). The terms we use to describe our relationships with our significant others are meaningless by themselves. I think it just comes down to the way the two of you live, love, honor, and serve one another. To me, that's what really matters. But, whatever term the two of you choose to describe your relationship to others, just make sure that "term" is centered on that. It's also not about what others outside of your relationship "think", it's about what you and your significant other know.

But, back to the orginal topic of the thread. I'm still not going to be referred to as a "boyfriend", and grown as hell. And I'm definitely not going to introduce a grown woman in my life as a "girlfriend". That's silly LOL.

But, whatever floats your boat.