Opinion Outpost:
Do YOU Believe in Love at First Sight?
"Of course I believe in love at first sight. In fact, I have had a first hand experience. My boyfriend and I can easily relate to Romeo and Juliet. Some may say they do not believe in love at first sight because they have not experienced it. However, when you do, you know. I knew as soon as I saw my handsome husband for the first time that he was the one. I could not picture my life without him. Our love was instant just like Romeo and Juliet. I love how Romeo and Juliet developed such a strong connection that they could not stand living without each other.
Those who disagree most likely believe that one cannot judge another based soley on looks. I understand this statement. However, this is where love begins. The initial attraction between two people is the start of a relationship. If there is no physical attraction then it is not love. Romeo and Juliet are perfect examples because if they never made eye contact, they never would have considered each other to be husband and wife. They would not have taken the risks that they did to be together. They would not have disobeyed their families or hide their love. But they were happy together."
-Crystal M.
"I absolutely do not believe in love at first sight. It does not exist. In my opinion, love is much more than physical attraction. Love is developed over time as a couple shares common interests, discovers each others' personalities and spends time together. I do not believe Romeo and Juliet were in love but rather physically attracted to each other. A few days is not enough time to develop a connection with anyone and certainly is not enough time to fall in love. Perhaps if Romeo and Juliet took their time, there would not have been a tragedy."
The saying "don't judge a book by its cover" supports my opinion. When someone makes an assumption about a person based on their visual appearance, their assumptions are often incorrent and inaccurate. This is very similar to love at first sight. It is impossible for anyone to look at someone and assume they are destined to be together for the rest of their lives. This is dangerous and unrealistic. Love at first sight has already claimed two victims--poor Juliet and her Romeo. It often results in heartbreak, and rarely in happiness."
-Rachel C.
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